Torgenson Law Blog

Article Summary Dog bites can range in severity, from a slight bruise or scratch to injuries that require surgery or even lead to death.  The severity of a dog bite, measured by the Dunbar scale, influences the level of compensation a dog bite victim can...

Article Summary A rear-end collision is one of the more common accidents on the road, but they shouldn’t be taken lightly. Many of these types of accidents can cause serious injuries and vehicle damage. When someone is rear-ended, they do have the right to collect...

Article Summary Million-dollar settlements for accidents are possible but they are determined by fault and the severity of the injury.  Injuries for all types of accidents are split into three categories to reflect their severity. Average settlement ranges are based on those categories.  Personal injury...

Article Summary Car accident cases may go to trial to avoid an expiring statute of limitations, because of liability disputes, or because of severe or catastrophic injuries resulting in extraordinary compensation demands. An attorney can help you navigate the settlement process even if a case...

Article Summary Shannon’s Law criminalizes what is deemed as a reckless discharge of a firearm in a populated area. The crime is generally charged as a Class 6 felony. Criminal cases do not always cover the financial losses a victim experiences after being involved in...