Jan 01/15/2018

What types of personal injury claims do you handle?

2018-01-15T20:09:00+00:00January 15, 2018||

At Sieben & Cotter, PLLC we handle a wide variety of personal injury claims. These include wrongful death, auto accident, boating accidents, burn or explosion injuries, fire loss and products liability. Call us at 651-455-1555 we can discuss your injuries and determine if we are the right fit for you.

Jan 01/15/2018

Do I need an attorney?

2018-01-15T20:07:22+00:00January 15, 2018||

It is generally a good idea to contact an attorney.  These types of cases can be very complex and may involve several defendants, insurance companies, hospitals, doctors and law enforcement.  Not to mention the attorneys for the defendants and insurance companies.  A skilled attorney can assist you in conducting a thorough investigation, gather the information that [...]

Jan 01/15/2018

How long does the process take?

2018-01-15T19:59:42+00:00January 15, 2018||

It depends on the specific circumstances of your case.  Before discussing any settlement it is important to fully understand the extent of your injuries, including their life-long effects and permanency.  This can take up to a year in many cases.  If you try to reach a settlement too soon then there is danger that your claim [...]

Jan 01/15/2018

What damages will I be awarded?

2018-01-15T19:53:25+00:00January 15, 2018||

Typical damages awarded in a personal injury case include: • Past medical expenses • Past loss of income • Compensation for past pain, disability and disfigurement as a result of your injury • Future medical expenses that are reasonably likely to be incurred to treat your injuries • Future loss of earning capacity that is reasonable [...]

Jan 01/15/2018

What are “damages?”

2018-01-15T19:50:58+00:00January 15, 2018||

Damages are the award, usually monetary, paid to a person as compensation for their loss or injury.  Personal injury cases may involve financial, physical, emotional, and property damages. Financial damages include your medical bills; travel costs for appointments; lost wages; etc.  Physical damages are the injuries to your person.  Emotional damages include trauma, pain, and suffering. [...]

Jan 01/15/2018

What are the statute of limitations for personal injury actions?

2020-09-28T16:17:53+00:00January 15, 2018||

Cause of Action Time Limitation Minnesota Statute Auto Accident Boating Accident Burn Injury Assault and Battery Wrongful Death Product Liability 6 Years 6 Years 6 Years 2 Years 3 Years 4 Years (strict); 6 Years (Negligence) Minn. Stat. § 541.05, Subd. 1(5) Minn. Stat. § 541.05, Subd. 1(5) Minn. Stat. § 541.05, Subd. 1(5) Minn. [...]

Jan 01/15/2018

What is a “personal injury?”

2018-01-15T19:12:57+00:00January 15, 2018||

A personal injury is harm to a person's mind, body or emotions caused by either the intentional or negligent actions of another person or corporation.  Another term for personal injury law is "tort" law.

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