Personal Injury 101: Factors Impacting the Value of Your Settlement
When you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, we always recommend that you seek and focus on your medical treatment. But when bills...
“I Had A Recent Car Accident- Should I Take The Settlement Offer From The Insurance Company?”
Picture this: you were in a car accident, you are injured, you are feeling all types of emotions—scared, worried, concerned—you don’t know what...
Bruising, scars, stitches, and other physical blemishes in your injury case
Your body and your health are your greatest investments. You may have seen advertisements and videos explaining how exercise, foods, and even...
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...
Are gunshot injuries covered under the Minnesota No-Fault Act?
In previous articles, we have covered what to do (or not do) when you are injured in a motor vehicle accident. We have also outlined what benefits...
Attorney-Client Privilege
You have probably heard the term “attorney-client privilege” on television, but what does this phrase really mean? At the most basic level, the...
Workers’ Compensation Permanent Partial Disability Benefits
The Minnesota Workers’ Compensation statute provides for four types of benefits that can be paid to people that were injured while on the job: Wage...
Evaluating your slip and fall
Anyone who has spent time in Minnesota knows how difficult it is to avoid slipping when everything is covered in ice. But falling is not unique to...
The insurance company is asking that I give a statement. Should I do it?
What is a statement? After an accident, the insurance companies will likely ask for your statement. This can be in writing or verbally. The purpose...
Evaluating Property Damage
How is my property damage claim determined? The two basic categories of damages are: total loss (sometimes called “damaged beyond repair”) and not...
Personal Injury 101: Multi-vehicle Accidents
Some of the most highly publicized and destructive car accidents are multi-vehicle accidents. You may have heard of the recent pile-up in Texas that...
Workers’ Compensation 101: Functional Capacity Evaluations
Sometimes, a worker that has been injured on the job may need to look for a new kind of work due to the effects of their injury. Such injuries can...
How long will it take to get my case settled?
After you have been injured, it is likely that you have seen multiple doctors, participated in many therapy sessions, and accumulated numerous...
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...
Mediation Basics
If you have been injured in a car accident and are unable to settle your case, you will undoubtedly go through a process called “mediation.” The...
Alternative Dispute Resolution in Minnesota - Mediation and Arbitration
The vast majority of injury cases are resolved before ever stepping foot in a court room. In most cases, the injured claimant and their attorney are...
Personal Injury 101: Documenting Information Vital to Your Claim
Getting into a car accident is often abrupt, shocking, and stressful. After checking on the safety of everyone involved, you may find yourself...
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...
Property Damage Deductibles After a Motor Vehicle Accident
One of the greatest concerns after a car accident is determining how your car will be fixed. You may be worried about how you will take your kids to...
Helpful Tips Before Buying Auto Insurance
Auto insurance is required in Minnesota. It is a form of protection if you are involved in an accident. It can cover damage to your vehicle, cover...
Should I take the check? No!
If you are involved in an automobile accident and sustain property damage or personal injuries, insurance companies often try to resolve claims...