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South Dakota: You can recover only if your own negligence was "slight" compared with the other side's "gross" negligence, and your payout is reduced by your share.
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Beardsley, Jensen & Lee
4.9 · 111 reviews · Free consultation
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Skinner Law Office, P.C.
4.8 · 84 reviews · Free consultation
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Rensch Law Office A Professional Law Corporation
4.7 · 65 reviews · Free consultation
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With over 100 years of combined experience, Beardsley, Jensen & Lee handles personal injury and other legal matters with a team-based approach focused on clear communication and strategic planning. Clients appreciate their thoroughness and responsiveness, though a few note occasional delays in email replies during busy times.
Known for its 25 years of experience in criminal defense and personal injury, Skinner Law Office, P.C. offers personalized legal representation with a focus on clear communication and client support. The team handles cases involving DUI, drug offenses, and family law, with clients appreciating their professionalism and thoroughness, though some have noted issues with billing.
Rensch Law Office A Professional Law Corporation focuses primarily on criminal defense, handling cases with a sense of urgency and clear communication. The team works on a variety of legal matters, often praised for their dedication and thoroughness, though some clients have noted occasional communication issues with certain staff members.
Pick how serious the injury is. Each point shows the average medical bill for that body part at that severity; bigger point = costlier injury. Tap a point to compare it with the average workers’ comp claim for the same body part, which also pays lost wages. Then run the calculator for your own number.
The Law Offices of Loos, Sabers & Smith, LLP focus on personal injury and family law, with notable experience handling car accident cases that involve ongoing medical treatment. Clients appreciate the team’s clear communication and compassionate support during difficult times, though some note a reluctance to take cases against the state.
Bangs McCullen Law Firm offers a broad range of legal services, including personal injury and family law matters like adoption and quitclaim filings. Clients often note the team’s professionalism, responsiveness, and fair billing, though some outside parties have found communication less accommodating. The staff is generally described as helpful and punctual.
Lowe Law Group focuses on handling car accident cases with clear communication and consistent updates throughout the process. Their team assists clients by explaining complex legal matters in an understandable way, and many clients appreciate their responsiveness and supportive approach. Some find the process lengthy, but the group stays attentive from start to finish.
Known for their focus on car, truck, and motorcycle accident cases, Thomas Braun Bernard & Burke, LLP offers personalized legal support throughout the recovery process. Clients appreciate the team’s thorough communication and dedication, though some note the firm’s busy schedule can affect response times. Their work often extends to insurance and medical debt settlements.
With over 80 years of combined experience, Whiting Hagg & Dorsey, PLLC focuses on personal injury and car accident cases, offering thorough investigations and tailored legal strategies. Clients appreciate their compassionate communication and steady guidance through complex processes, though some note the firm’s detailed approach can take time.
With over 50 years of experience, Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore LLP provides legal services including personal injury, business law, and estate planning. Their team is known for knowledgeable and friendly support, though some clients note occasional communication delays. They focus on thorough case analysis and client-centered advocacy across South Dakota.
With over 20 years of experience in personal injury law, Robert J. Rohl’s firm focuses on motor vehicle accidents and complex injury cases throughout South Dakota. The team provides personalized attention and thorough case evaluation, often praised for clear communication and relentless advocacy, though some cases may require patience due to their complexity.
In 2024, 4 fatal crashes involving a car, SUV, pickup or van killed 5 people in Rapid City, SD (3 in 2023), according to NHTSA’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). The city had 5 fatal crashes of any kind that year.
Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), 2022–2024 data, compiled by TrustAnalytica. FARS covers crashes in which at least one person died; injury-only crashes are not included.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Starting price | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beardsley, Jensen & Lee | 4.9 | 111 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 777-7466 | Visit |
| 2 | Skinner Law Office, P.C. | 4.8 | 84 | Free Consultation | (605) 388-0242 | Visit |
| 3 | Rensch Law Office A Professional Law Corporation | 4.7 | 65 | No Fees Unless We Win | (605) 341-1111 | Visit |
| 4 | The Law Offices of Loos, Sabers & Smith, LLP | 4.7 | 55 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 453-4400 | Visit |
| 5 | Bangs McCullen Law Firm | 4.5 | 51 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 343-1040 | Visit |
| 6 | Lowe Law Group | 5.0 | 37 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 570-5264 | Visit |
| 7 | Thomas Braun Bernard & Burke, LLP | 4.9 | 37 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 348-7516 | Visit |
| 8 | Whiting Hagg & Dorsey, PLLC | 4.4 | 39 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 640-5711 | Visit |
| 9 | Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, LLP | 4.5 | 35 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 342-1078 | Visit |
| 10 | Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer | 4.7 | 27 | No Win, No Fee | (605) 519-7750 | Visit |
This calculator uses the multiplier method, the starting point most insurance adjusters and personal injury lawyers use. It adds your financial losses (medical bills and lost wages) to a pain-and-suffering figure, which is those losses multiplied by a factor set by how serious the injury is: 1.5 to 2 times for minor injuries, up to 4 to 5 times for catastrophic ones. The type of accident adjusts the result, and it is then reduced by your share of fault under South Dakota law.
General information about South Dakota law, not legal advice, and the estimate is not a guarantee of any outcome. A lawyer can tell you how these rules apply to your case.
General information, not legal advice — consult a licensed South Dakota attorney.