Personal Injury Attorney in Minnesota

How Our Firm and Our Co-Counsels Help the Injured in Minnesota

The Goldwater Law Firm is among the country’s most widely recognized personal injury firms. We partner with qualified law firms in every state, including Minnesota, to connect victims with legal representation backed by a proven track record of success. We also have a vast network of experts, from doctors to accident reconstructionists. Their insights help our co-counsel gather the evidence needed to build a strong case.

Working with the Goldwater Law Firm and our partner law firms offers additional benefits:

• We will match you with an attorney who focuses on your type of accident.
• Our co-counsel works on a contingency basis; there are no upfront costs, and you only pay if they win.
• They understand Minnesota law and have litigation experience in local courts and districts.

Our Minnesota Co-Counsels Handle Many Types of Cases

Our Minnesota law firm partners handle a wide range of personal injury cases, but most have one thing in common: negligence. People get hurt when others don’t take reasonable steps to prevent accidents. With 6.2 million registered vehicles, 4.6 million licensed drivers, and over 57 billion miles driven in Minnesota in 2022 alone, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, it’s no surprise that many people are injured.

Car Accidents

According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, approximately 30,000 people are injured on Minnesota roadways each year. We believe you should not have to pay out of pocket for injuries and damages due to someone’s negligence or wrongdoing. Our Minnesota car accident lawyers work with clients injured in car accidents, including those involving:

• Drunk driving
• Distracted driving
• Speeding
• Failure to yield
• Reckless driving
• Improper lane change, merge, or turn
• Drowsy driving

We understand how a crash affects your financial, physical, and emotional well-being. If you were hurt in a car accident and want to know if you qualify for compensation, call today for a free consultation.

Truck Accidents

Large, heavy trucks travel through Minnesota via Interstates 35, 90, and 94 and other highways and roads. Their massive size and weight mean that any crash between a truck and a passenger car will likely result in severe injuries. Pursuing compensation after a truck accident is complicated, but a truck accident lawyer has the resources and knowledge to fight for every dollar.

Motorcycle Accidents

Minnesota offers enticing places to ride, including Lake Superior’s North Shore Scenic Drive, the Great River Road following the Mississippi, and the St. Croix Trail. Riders have little protection, so the likelihood of a serious or fatal injury increases when motorcycles are involved. A personal injury attorney with one of our co-counsels can help riders in many types of motorcycle crashes, including:

• Left-turn accidents
• Lane-change collisions
• Tailgating accidents
• Blind-spot accidents

Potential Compensation in an Injury Case

When an accident results in catastrophic injuries, Minnesota has several Level 1 trauma centers offering immediate care. These include Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis, Regions Hospital in St. Paul, and Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth. Emergency care, surgery, and follow-up treatment can easily cost tens of thousands of dollars.

Our Minnesota law firm partners fight to recover expenses related to the accident and their impact on your life, including:

• Medical care, present and future
• Rehabilitative care and support
• Lost wages from time missed due to injury
• Reduced earning capacity for permanent injuries or disability
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Property damage

What Our Minnesota Co-Counsel Can Do for You

When you’re injured, you deserve the time to rest and recover. The Goldwater Law Firm partners with Minnesota personal injury law firms that handle the details. While you’re getting better, our co-counsels can:

• Obtain and examine evidence
• Identify the responsible party
• Gather receipts, bills, and expenses
• Provide proof of your injuries and their impact on your life
• Submit a detailed claim to the insurance company
• Negotiate a fair settlement

Many personal injury cases settle without the need for trial. However, we work with law firm partners prepared to fight for every dollar.

Minnesota Laws That Impact Personal Injury Cases

Our law firm partners in Minnesota ensure they file every case correctly and on time. There are several laws concerning personal injury claims:

Comparative Fault

Minnesota follows a modified comparative fault rule (Minnesota § 604.01). If you are less than 51 percent responsible for your injuries, you can still qualify for compensation. However, your percentage of fault will reduce your compensation.

For example, if a court finds you 20 percent at fault for a car accident and awards $100,000 in damages, you would receive $80,000.

No-Fault Insurance Laws

Minnesota is a no-fault insurance state. Regardless of who caused the accident, your own car insurance pays for medical bills, lost wages, and related expenses (Minnesota § 65B.41–65B.71).

If your injuries meet specific thresholds, you could pursue a personal injury claim to pay for expenses above and beyond your policy. These exceptions include:

• Medical expenses and treatment exceeding $4,000
• Permanent injury, disfigurement, or death
• 60 days or more of disability

Statute of Limitations

You have six years to file a personal injury lawsuit in most cases, including car accidents (Minnesota § 541.05). However, waiting too long can mean the loss of evidence, witness statements, and other documentation that could help your case.