If you have suffered a catastrophic injury in a motorcycle crash on one of South Dakota's scenic highways, you may be facing mounting medical bills you cannot pay. In exchange for quickly processing your insurance claim, an adjuster may ask you to execute a blanket...
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Charged with assault? Learn how to cope with your anger
Maybe you have always been hot-tempered — but this time you crossed a line with your anger and you wound up arrested on assault and battery charges.You don't have to go through life in a constant state of fight or flight. There are better, and far healthier, ways to...
South Dakota outlaws all forms of marijuana
Marijuana is a drug that is treated differently depending on which state you are in. In some states, it's possible to legally use certain forms of marijuana with a prescription. This can lead to many people having a false sense of security when it comes to the...
The top defenses to consider after a DUI charge
All drivers know that they should not get behind the wheel when they are under the influence of alcohol. However, many drivers who consider themselves to be responsible get behind the wheel after one or two light beers, convinced that they are within the legal driving...
Fight charges if you’ve been arrested at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
You love riding, so you've made a habit of attending rallies around the U.S. One of the best events for motorcyclists is the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which brings in thousands of riders to the city. This year, it's between August 7 and 16, giving riders just over a...
Driving under the influence charges can arise without alcohol
Getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) does not always involve the use of alcohol. Indeed, a South Dakota driver could be charged with DUI without ever drinking a drop of alcohol.That's because any substance that impairs a driver's ability to operate...
Marijuana penalties remain strict in South Dakota
Research suggests that attending festivals and rallies can impact how we feel about ourselves and our individual identities. Many people feel a sense of belonging and relative freedom when they are away from home and around people with the same interests. This notion...
Never represent yourself in a DUI case
Whether the police arrest you for your first or eighth DUI offense, you always want an experienced attorney in your corner. Eight DUI offenses is certainly a possibility, as is the case with one South Dakota man whom police arrested on May 29th. If you do not have the...
Can officers search for drugs during a traffic stop?
As a South Dakota driver, you know that traffic stops are not all that uncommon. Whether you get "busted" for a broken tail light, speeding, failing to signal when you change lanes, or some other relatively minor traffic offense, things can get out of hand rather...
4 things to know about women and DUIs
Men are generally far more likely to be arrested for DUIs than women are. This does not mean that women are exempt from such charges, though. According to the Traffic Resource Center, in fact, arrest rates for women have been on the rise while rates for men have been...