Category: Personal Injury

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Work-Related Motor Vehicle Accidents — Workers’ Comp & Third-Party Claims in Minnesota

Quick answer: When you are injured in a motor vehicle accident while performing job duties in Minnesota, you may generally be entitled to pursue both a workers’ compensation claim against your employer and a separate third-party liability claim against the at-fault driver under Minn. Stat. § 176.061. Workers’ compensation typically covers medical expenses and a …

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Wrongful Death Claims in Minnesota

An overview of Minnesota wrongful death claims under Minn. Stat. § 573.02, including who can bring a claim, what damages may be available after the 2023 amendments, and important time limits families should know.

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Dealing With Insurance Adjusters After a Minnesota Injury

Quick answer: Insurance adjusters work for the insurance company—not for you. When you make a personal injury claim in Minnesota, the adjuster’s job is to settle your claim for as little as possible. You are not required to give a recorded statement, sign broad release forms, or accept an early offer. Under Minn. Stat. § …

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Slip and Fall Injury Claims in Minnesota

A slip and fall claim in Minnesota requires proving a property owner failed to maintain reasonably safe premises. Learn what the law requires, how comparative fault works, and what steps to take after a fall.

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Motorcycle Accident Injury Claims in Minnesota

Quick answer: If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Minnesota, you may be able to pursue a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. Unlike car accident victims, motorcyclists are generally excluded from Minnesota’s no-fault system, which means compensation is typically sought through the at-fault party’s liability insurance. Minnesota’s modified comparative fault rule …