C. Jeremy Lagasse, Esq.

The Importance of Updating Your Attorney During Your Recovery Journey

Understanding Your Rights and Goals When you retain an attorney after an injury, you are making a conscious decision to get help in pursuing your...

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Location! Location! Location!

In real estate, some folks will tell you that the value of a property is always determined first by "Location! Location! Location!" and that is also...

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No-Fault: Ride-Sharing: Who Is My Insurance Company? (Or: Uber v. UberEats)

With the advent of new enterprises that rely on cutting-edge technology, the landscape of insurance coverage is getting shaken up. In 2015, the...

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How to Be Proactive if You Happen to Fall/Trip/Slip/Twist and Get Injured

Every year, at all times of the year, almost anywhere we go, we all face the risk of getting injured while going about our daily lives. We typically...

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Workers Comp 101: I've settled my case - now what?

First off, allow me to congratulate you on reaching a settlement. A settlement is a compromise, which means you likely didn’t get everything you...

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Being Your Own Advocate: Do Your Part and Ask Questions

I often say to clients, “you are your own advocate,” because I want them to understand that they are fighting for their rights when they decide to...

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Will My Injury Claim Make My Auto Insurance Go Up?

In the state of Minnesota, we have a No-Fault system which dictates which insurance company must pay out benefits for the first $20,000 of medical...

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Should You Tell Your Employer About a Minor Injury?

If you have been hurt at work, you may be able to make a claim against your employer for workers’ compensation benefits. If you have broken a bone or...

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Workers’ Compensation 101: What is a QRC?

Injured workers are entitled to a variety of benefits known collectively as Workers’ Compensation. The law in Minnesota provides for medical, wage...

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How to Hire an Attorney: Meet Face-to-Face

If you were injured and want to protect your rights, it is a good idea to find an attorney early in the process. In order to protect your interests,...

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So be good for good(faith) sake!

Many people will agree with the statement that insurance companies don’t hold up their end of the bargain when it comes to paying out claims. What...

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How to be proactive at the scene of a crash: use your phone!

Being involved in a collision can be a simple inconvenience or a life-altering tragedy. When we see or are involved in a car crash, we often recall...

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Help! They didn't have insurance! Solution: Uninsured Motorist Benefits

Scenario: you and your loved ones are coming home from a great day. You are minding your business, driving normally and savoring the drive. While on...

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Handling PTSD: New Developments in Minnesota Workers’ Compensation

What’s happening? On May 4, 2020, new rules went into effect governing treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The Minnesota Department...

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