Fatal Accident in 35W Construction Zone Reminder to Use Caution
A tragic accident on 35W in Burnsville is a reminder that drivers need to use extra caution in construction zones.
Today, two electrical workers for Egan Co. were killed by a car that left the road and hit them as they were working alongside northbound Interstate 35W in Burnsville. According to news reports, the men were working on electrical lines buried along the freeway.
The driver of the car was Kirk Daemos, a 21-year-old from Ramore, Missouri, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. He was not injured. The worker who survived, critically injured, was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center.
According to the State Patrol, Daemos lost control and struck the workers partway down the embankment on 35W at McAndrews Road. The State Patrol has not stated whether alcohol played a role in the accident. At this point, the investigation of this fatal accident is only preliminary.
The families of these workers should interview attorneys as soon as possible to determine who to hire to represent them. A good accident attorney will immediately begin an independent investigation of the accident and do the following:
- Visit the scene of the accident
- Inspect the car to determine if there were any defective parts that contributed to the accident
- Determine if the driver had been drinking, and if so, if a bar, restaurant or liquor store had sold him alcohol before the accident
- Determine if safety measures could have been taken to prevent the accident
- Obtain copies of relevant documents, including the accident report, medical records, etc.
- Obtain insurance information.
One of our attorneys can meet you where it is convenient with no obligation. We want you to be comfortable with the attorney you hire, and that often means interviewing a few attorneys to determine who you trust. Contact our attorneys for a free consultation.
Source: http://www.twincities.com/ci_19109622
Chrysler Recalls Dodge Ram Trucks
Chrysler recalled certain model Dodge Ram trucks because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the driver is making a tight turn. The condition could result in the loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
Chrysler has yet to provide an owner notification schedule for the 242,780 vehicles affected by this recall. Once notified, the owner will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the tie rod ends inspected for relative orientation, to have the left outer tie rod replaced as required and to align the front end toe as needed, free of charge. Information on this and other recalls may be found at safercar.gov.
| Vehicle Make / Model: | Model Year: | Manufacture Date: |
| Dodge Ram 2500/3500 4X4 | 2008-2011 | February 14, 2008 through March 28, 2011 |
| Dodge Ram 3500 Cab Chassis 4X2 | 2008-2011 | February 14, 2008 through March 28, 2011 |
| Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4X4 | 2008 | February 14, 2008 through August 15, 2008 |
Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer
When we are retained in a Minnesota car accident case, we investigate to determine whether there is a product liability angle. The product liability angle needs to be pursued for the following reasons:
- to hold those responsible accountable for wrongs suffered by innocent victims
- to have another avenue of recovery to provide additional compensation
PritzkerOlsen, P.A. attorneys have a record of success handling complex product liability cases nationwide. We have won tens of millions on behalf of people hurt or killed by defective products. For a free consultation about a product liability lawsuit, call 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) or submit our online contact form.
GM Recalls 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon Vehicles
General Motors recalled certain model year 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.9 or 3.7 liter engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. These vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 102, titled “Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock and Transmission Braking Effect,” and FMVSS No. 114, titled “Theft Protection.”
The 6,768 vehicles affected by this recall may have been built with an automatic transmission adjustment clip that may not retain the shift cable in the correct position. If the shift cable is not in the correct position, the PRNDL shift lever may not accurately reflect the position of the transmission gear. The driver may mistakenly think that the car is in park and exit the vehicle. The vehicle could roll away striking a person around the vehicle or could result in a crash without prior warning.
The recall is set to begin on or about July 19, 2011. At that time, GM dealers will install a new automatic transmission adjustment clip at no cost. Go to safercar.gov for more information.
If you have suffered personal injury due to a defective motor vehicle, contact one of our product liability and car accident lawyers for a free consultation by calling 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) or submit our online form. Attorney Fred Pritzker has recovered multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts in product liability cases. He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America.
Recall on 2011 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep Vehicles
On June 7, 2011, Chrysler issued a recall on certain 2011 models of Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep. The Chrysler recall potentially affects 11,351 units. The recall was issued because some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
A missing or incorrectly installed pivot rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash. This could decrease the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system, increasing the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
This recall includes the following 2011 models:
- Chrysler 200
- Chrysler 200 Convertible
- Chrysler Town & Country
- Dodge Avenger
- Dodge Caliber
- Dodge Grand Caravan
- Dodge Journey
- Dodge Nitro
- Jeep Compass
- Jeep Liberty
- Jeep Patriot
- Jeep Wrangler
The safety recall is expected to begin in June 2011. At that time, dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and do needed repairs on the steering column pivot, free of charge. For more information on this Chrysler recall, visit safercar.gov.
Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer for Product Liability Lawsuit
Every car accident needs to be investigated to determine if there is a product liability angle to the case. This is important for two reasons:
- to hold responsible parties accountable for wrongs suffered
- to have another avenue of recovery (more liable parties increases access to additional compensation)
Product liability claims are complex, requiring diligence and expertise. Pritzker Olsen law firm has a national practice with a record of success handling product liability cases. We have won tens of millions on behalf of people hurt or killed by defective products. Call 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) for information about a Minnesota car accident involving product liability issues.
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Head On Collision Wrongful Death
Rural highways, mostly two-lane highways, are dangerous. According to the Federal Highway Administration, rural roads have more that 50% of Minnesota’s fatalities with only 25% of the population.
If you have been injured in a head on collision or a loved one has been killed in an accident on one of Minnesota’s dangerous highways (Highway 8, U.S. 14), you need legal representation to obtain a measure of justice and maximize your compensation. Pritzker Olsen car accident personal injury and wrongful death lawyers have won tens of millions for accident victims and their families. Call today: 1-888-377-8900 (toll free).
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Head On Collision Wrongful Death Compensation
When someone dies in a Minnesota head on collision due to the negligence of another, the family can recover monetary damages for the head-on collision wrongful death under Minnesota no-fault law and Minnesota’s wrongful death statute, Minnesota Statutes, Section 573.02. Under the MN wrongful death statute, damages are limited to financial loss resulting from the death. Damages may include:
- Reasonable funeral expenses
- Medical expenses
- Loss of potential earnings
- Loss of advice, assistance, comfort, counsel, protection and society
In Minnesota, damages for pain and suffering and emotional stress are not available in a car accident wrongful death case. However, with an experienced attorney, this will not prevent just compensation for the spouse and next of kin.
Head-On Collisions on Rural Two-Lane Highways
Many variables may contribute to rural highway dangers and head on collisions. As rural population and traffic increases, there are usually very few safety improvements made to rural highways to accommodate the additional flow of traffic (e.g., traffic lights, left turn lanes, right turn lanes). Other factors that may contribute to rural highway dangers and head on collisions include:
- speeding
- alcohol use
- more teens and seniors on two-lane roads
- complacent drivers (Drivers may feel safer closer to home and drive inattentively or without a seat belt.)
- road rage (Impatient drivers may attempt to pass slow-moving traffic in an unsafe manner and cause a head on collision and death.)
- blind intersections
- growing congestion
Highway 14, between New Ulm and Rochester, may be the deadliest rural highway in Minnesota. Over the last 20 years, more than 125 people have died on Highway 14.¹ In 2008 the University of Minnesota launched a new interactive website where people can find and view the deadliest roads in Minnesota and the United States.
Highway 8, from Forest Lake to Taylors Falls is another death trap, especially in the Lindstrom area which has over-capacity traffic levels.² Although the number of accidents have dropped in recent years on Highway 8, due to the addition of traffic signals and dedicated right and left turn lanes, every year there several serious and/or fatal accidents.
Minnesota Attorney for Head On Collision Wrongful Death
Minnesota car accident attorneys Fred Pritzker, Elliot Olsen and Eric Hageman were named Minnesota Super Lawyers by Minnesota Law & Politics magazine. Our attorneys are actively involved in the legal community, frequently speaking on car accident issues, including traumatic brain injury, use of expert witnesses, pain and suffering compensation, presentation of evidence in court and other matters. Attorney Fred Pritzker has also been named a Top 100 Minnesota Super Lawyer and is listed in The Best Lawyers in America. Put our expertise to work for you. Call our toll free number, 1-888-377-8900, or submit our online contact form.
¹ ushighway14.com/
² www.dot.state.mn.us/
