Knowledge

Resources.

Plain-English tools, deadlines, definitions, and answers — the working reference we wish every client had bookmarked before they called.

Quick tools

Interactive calculators and lookups.

Estimates, not legal advice. Use these to orient yourself, then call us for the specifics of your matter.

Statute of limitations

South Dakota deadline lookup.

Deadline

3 years

SDCL 15-2-14. Runs from the date of injury.

Workers' comp deadlines

From your date of injury.

Written notice to employer

Fri, Jun 19, 2026

3 business days (SDCL 62-7-10)

Outside claim window

Fri, Jun 16, 2028

2 years — sooner is better

Collections estimator

Recovery odds by account age.

Recovery odds

78%

Projected recovery

$3,900

Illustrative industry curve. Actual results depend on the debtor, documentation, and venue.

These tools are general references for South Dakota law and do not establish an attorney–client relationship. Always confirm deadlines with counsel.

Plain-English glossary

Legal terms decoded.

2026 dates to know

Court holidays & filing deadlines.

  • Jan 1New Year's Day — courts closed
  • Jan 19MLK Day — courts closed
  • Feb 16Presidents' Day — courts closed
  • Apr 15Federal & SD tax filing deadline
  • May 25Memorial Day — courts closed
  • Jul 3Independence Day (observed) — courts closed
  • Sep 7Labor Day — courts closed
  • Oct 12Native Americans' Day (SD) — courts closed
  • Nov 11Veterans Day — courts closed
  • Nov 26Thanksgiving — courts closed
  • Dec 25Christmas Day — courts closed

Minnehaha County and federal courts. Confirm with the clerk before relying on a closure.

Client checklists

What to bring, what to do.

FAQ

Common questions, direct answers.

If you don't see your question, call the office or send a short note — we respond to web inquiries within one business day.

Working with us

Call (605) 336-8234 during business hours or submit the consultation form on this site. We respond to web inquiries within one business day.

Collections

Workers' Compensation

Personal Injury

Payments

When in doubt, call the office.

A five-minute conversation usually clears up a deadline question that no online tool can.

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