Legal

The legal landscape in Minnesota is constantly evolving. This section highlights important court cases, legislative updates, and consumer protection laws that shape the rights of Minneapolis and St. Paul residents. Stay informed about legal trends that impact your safety, finances, and justice.

Primary Homemaker Services: Minnesota’s Unique Benefit

The Benefit. Minnesota auto law requires insurance benefits for injured people, as this blog has discussed in detail. Most benefits repay things like money lost at work or bills owed to the doctor. But one benefit is very different, because it doesn’t require any money lost or spent: If a…

By Joe Crumley

/ 13 Jun 2017

U.S. Bankruptcy Court Sets Deadline for Crosier Survivors

Survivors of sexual abuse have until Sept 28th, 2017 to seek justice against their attackers. That is just a little over four months away. The Window that has been limited due to bankruptcy by the diocese is part of a federal court order. Anyone who was…

By Mike Bryant

/ 13 Jun 2017

275 Crashes in I-94 Construction Zone Leads to Speed Change

We’ve already been spending early summer in start and stop traffic. Sure, it can be a hassle, but the reality is, that a better road will make the trip easier come fall and winter. The unfortunate sight, is to see the number of collisions that…

By Mike Bryant

/ 12 Jun 2017

Bicycle Fall: Helmet Tested

So, I have been getting ready for the American Diabetes 29 Mile Bike Ride. Not so much to ride well, just to make it to the end. Getting ready has included riding enough to get my seat used to the trip. Despite the rain recently,…

By Mike Bryant

/ 30 May 2017

More Than Day Off: Memorial Day

Not just a day off. Not just hamburgers, hot dogs and picnics. It is so much more It’s Memorial Day. Thank You to every solider that has served this country and to all those that continue the work today. It is a…

By Mike Bryant

/ 29 May 2017

Mothers Day or Mothers Memory

It is not unusual that we represent clients who are mothers and we see how much the injuries can change their lives. I was moved by the client that had to send her child to foster care, after she had surgery. It was a horrible time…

By Mike Bryant

/ 14 May 2017

Facebook Live Press Conference at 11:00AM CT

Streamed via Facebook Live from Facebook account of Jeff Anderson & Associates. St. Paul, attorney Jeff Anderson, a child sexual abuse survivor, and a Minnesota priest will announce the filing of a lawsuit on behalf of the survivor naming a current Minnesota bishop and…

By Mike Bryant

/ 9 May 2017

Practice Pointers for Lawyers

No-Fault Insurance in the Age of Uber. About 25 years ago, your editor put together a little flow chart to help remember the no-fault priorities when asked to do research on the subject. After a few drafts, Version 1.0 was floated around the office for…

By Joe Crumley

/ 27 Apr 2017

Getting Minnesota’s Household/Replacement Services Paid

There’s a car insurance benefit that is misunderstood and missed by many people and their lawyers. Called “Household Services” or “Replacement Services” benefits, it pays for loss of the injured person’s services to the household. It’s like wage loss for missed chores and household duties. Here’s w

By Joe Crumley

/ 19 Apr 2017

Getting Car Property Damage Claims Paid

Getting property damage paid after a car crash should be simple, but sometimes it’s not. What if you have your own collision coverage, but the other driver caused the crash? You have some choices, so let’s untangle this. Admitted fault. If the other driver is insured,…

By Joe Crumley

/ 16 Apr 2017

United Airlines Fiasco – Wrong on All Counts

There’s a right way and a wrong way to handle overbooked flight. United screwed up in almost every way imaginable. First, overbooking. Overbooking is the practice of selling more seats than you have on the airplane. What!? That sounds crazy to inexperienced travelers, but it’s legal,…

By Joe Crumley

/ 14 Apr 2017

Car Crash Injury – What You Need to Know

After a car crash injury, there are some important things you need to know. These articles will explain your rights in Minnesota. Almost everyone hurt in a Minnesota crash has a right to No-Fault (or PIP) Benefits. Anyone, regardless of fault. At least $40,000 Coverage: at…

By Joe Crumley

/ 13 Apr 2017