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Car Accident Lawyer in Minnesota
Helping injured Minnesotans recover compensation after serious car, truck, and motorcycle accidents.
After a collision, insurance companies move quickly to limit what they pay. We help make sure your medical bills, lost wages, and pain are fully accounted for.
Legal Help After an Auto Accident
Auto accident cases move quickly — insurance companies start building their position within days. Here is how we approach yours.
The Reality After a Collision
A serious crash affects more than your vehicle. Medical bills, lost wages, and insurance pressure can arrive before you've had time to recover.
Minnesota's No-Fault System
Minnesota requires your own insurer to cover initial medical costs, regardless of who caused the accident. Knowing when you can step outside that system matters.
Our Role
We handle the investigation, the negotiations, and the paperwork so you can focus on your recovery.
How a Car Accident Claim Works in Minnesota
Minnesota's insurance rules are different from most states. Here is the order things usually happen in.
Your Own Insurance Pays First
Minnesota is a no-fault state. Your own auto policy pays your medical bills and part of your lost wages up front, no matter who caused the crash. This is called Personal Injury Protection, or PIP. Every Minnesota policy includes at least $20,000 for medical bills and $20,000 for lost income and other costs.
When You Can Claim Against the Other Driver
If your injuries are more serious, you can step outside no-fault and bring a claim against the driver who caused the crash. Minnesota allows this when you have more than $4,000 in medical bills, 60 days or more of disability, a permanent injury, permanent disfigurement, or when someone has died.
If the Other Driver Has Little or No Insurance
Every Minnesota policy includes uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. If the driver who hit you has no insurance, not enough insurance, or leaves the scene, your own policy can help cover the gap. For a hit-and-run, a police report is required.
Settlement, and What You Take Home
Most claims resolve through a settlement. Medical liens and fees come out of that amount, so the settlement figure is not always what you take home. Here is how that works, and how we work to reduce those liens.
Just had an accident? Start with our step-by-step checklist. For more on PIP, adjusters, and coverage, read Minnesota car insurance, explained.
Common Situations We Handle
Every crash is different. These are some of the situations we see most often across Minnesota.
Rear-End Collisions
Often caused by tailgating or distraction, these can cause significant whiplash and spinal injuries even at low speeds.
Distracted Driving
Phone records and vehicle data can help show the other driver was texting or distracted at the time of the crash.
Drunk Driving
We pursue claims against intoxicated drivers and seek punitive damages to hold them fully accountable.
Multi-Vehicle Pileups
Complex liability cases involving three or more cars. We untangle the web of negligence to find the root cause.
Commercial Trucking
Collisions with semis require knowledge of federal trucking regulations and corporate liability laws.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders face severe risks. We advocate for motorcyclists who are often unfairly blamed by insurance adjusters.
How We Help After an Accident
Our structured approach helps ensure no detail is overlooked.
Case Evaluation
A thorough review of your accident and injuries to determine the best legal course of action.
Investigation
Gathering evidence, witness statements, and expert testimony to build a clear, well-supported case.
Negotiation
We handle the insurance companies directly and work toward a settlement that reflects your full losses.
Litigation
If a fair settlement isn't reached, we are trial-ready and prepared to take your case to court.
Recent Case Results
View Additional Case Results$695,000
Motorcycle
A semi-truck turned left in front of a motorcyclist. The client suffered a compound leg fracture requiring two titanium rods, a fractured back, and five broken ribs.
$600,000
Auto Accident
Settlement for a man struck by another driver weeks after major surgery, undoing his recovery.
$546,000
Auto Accident
Jury award for serious neck injuries after the insurer's final pre-trial offer was $5,000.
Representative results. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Minnesota
Identifying what caused the crash is critical to proving negligence and securing compensation.
Distracted Driving
From texting and phone use to adjusting navigation systems, split-second distractions lead to catastrophic results.
Speeding or Reckless Driving
Excessive speed reduces reaction time and increases the force of impact, often indicating a disregard for public safety.
Driving Under the Influence
Alcohol or drug impairment remains a leading cause of severe injury accidents across Minnesota roads.
Poor Weather or Road Conditions
Icy roads and poor visibility require extra caution; failure to adjust driving to conditions can constitute negligence.
Commercial Trucking Negligence
Fatigued drivers, overloaded trailers, and inadequate maintenance create extreme hazards for passenger vehicles.
Mechanical or Vehicle Defects
Brake failures, tire blowouts, or steering malfunctions may point to manufacturer liability or owner neglect.
Understanding Minnesota Personal Injury Law
Minnesota's Comparative Fault Rules
Minnesota follows a "modified comparative fault" rule. This means you can still recover damages as long as your fault is not greater than the fault of the person you are suing. However, your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Filing Deadlines
Minnesota has different filing deadlines depending on the type of claim, and some are short. Claims involving a death or a government vehicle, for example, follow their own rules. Evidence also fades quickly, so it's best to talk with a lawyer soon after the crash.
Types of Recoverable Damages
Victims can seek compensation for economic losses like medical expenses and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of consortium.
Talking With Insurance Adjusters
The other driver's insurance company may call soon after the crash and ask for a recorded statement. You are not required to give one. Their job is to protect their customer, so it's best to talk with a lawyer first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call 911 if anyone is hurt, get medical care even if you feel okay, take photos, and exchange insurance information with the other driver. Don't admit fault or give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer. Our step-by-step checklist walks through the hours, days, and weeks after a crash.
It depends on the type of claim. Minnesota has different deadlines for injury claims, wrongful death claims, and claims involving government vehicles, and some are short. The safest step is to talk with a lawyer soon after the accident.
In Minnesota, your own auto insurance pays first, no matter who caused the crash. This coverage, called Personal Injury Protection (PIP), pays medical bills and part of your lost wages up to your policy limits. If your injuries are serious, you may also have a claim against the driver who caused the crash.
Most personal injury cases settle before trial, but not all. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which often leads to stronger settlement outcomes. If a fair resolution cannot be reached, we are ready to take the case to court.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no upfront costs and no fees unless we win your case. Consultations are always free and confidential.
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