Minnesota drivers must be extra careful in 2011 when it comes to facing gridlock traffic. Blocking an intersection will become illegal in 2011 with a new law recently passed. The new law aims to stop intersection gridlock and the car accidents that follow. Minnesota intersection gridlock prevention will make it illegal to run through a yellow or even green light if they cannot make it out of the intersection. What this means is that drivers must stop if they cannot make it through the entire intersection, regardless of what color the traffic light is.
Blocking Intersection Law
The new law, known as “intersection gridlock” is referenced as Minn. Stat. §MS 169.15 and came into effect in January 2011. For drivers out there, the main catch of the new law is simple: Do not enter an intersection until you can make it all the way through
Car Accident Injury
Rush hour traffic brings more than just an overflow of vehicles and a city of angry and frustrated drivers; it also produces more car accidents. Even though you may only be inching one foot at a time, because there are so many vehicles in a concentrated area, there is a greater chance for multi vehicle accidents including bumper-to-bumper accidents and t-bone accidents. Car accidents can result in devastating and serious injuries, regardless of the speed of the car. Even minor traffic jam accidents can result in whip lash, serious back pain, paralysis and other medical conditions.
New Law, Less Accidents?
With the new law passed drivers should be more aware of the dangers involved in blocking an intersection as well as the consequences of getting caught. However, if you are injured in a serious car accident involving a blocked intersection, you may require more than just the assurance that the driver at fault will pay a fine. In fact, you could be looking at several unexpected costs including medical costs, loss of income and other damages. A car accident lawsuit can help you acquire financial compensation for any damage, loss, pain and suffering you have experienced due to your traffic accident.
Traffic Accidents and Injuries
The blocking intersection law has also been put into effect to help reduce the number of other road accidents including:
Pedestrian injuries
Bicycle accidents
Motorcycle accidents
With the ‘intersection gridlock’ law in place, hopefully more drivers will slow down and take their time getting home from the office.
This information is provided as a service of TSR Injury Law, a personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, and the state of Minnesota. Our attorneys have years of experience handling car accident injury claims and other motor vehicle accidents. For more information or to schedule a free consultation call 612-362-0000.
In spite of the weather, the Walk Like MADD 5K Event was a success. There was a great turnout and a significant amount of money was raised to help increase awareness for MADD Minnesota’s programs and services in their mission against drunk driving. TSR Injury Law was once again the top corporate sponsor. For more information contact612-362-0000.
TSR Injury Law Walk Like MADD 5K Team
Walk Like MADD 5K Walk
TSR Injury Law Booth at Walk Like MADD Event
The Fatal Vision Goggles are a powerful tool used to demonstrate how it feels to be at different levels of impairment and how those different levels affect your senses and your reflexes.
Minnesota Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
If your family is suffering from a drunk driving accident injury, contact an experienced and caring Minnesota Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer today at 612-362-0000. We will fight for justice in your case.
A fatal motorcycle accident is tragic. If a loved one was killed in a fatal motorcycle accident, our hearts go out to you. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law would like to help you receive justice and fair compensation. Call 612-362-0000 today or submit our free consultation form. We will be aggressive with them, gentle with you.
About Fatal Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents have been on the rise nationwide. In Minnesota, there were 72 motorcycle accident fatalities recorded for 2008. This is an 18% increase from 2007. Yes, the number of registered motorcycles has doubled; but, this increase is still disturbing. Motorcycles should be safer with all of the technological advances, including better tires, brakes, suspension, frames, helmets, and clothing.
About half of the time motorcycle crashes involve another vehicle. Frequently, these accidents result from a car driver turning in front of or pulling out into a motorcyclist’s path, violating their right-of-way. The motorcyclist then has two options: crash into the vehicle or crash trying to avoid it. In these cases, most of these motorists never saw the motorcycle, or saw it too late to avoid the crash.
Many fatal motorcycle accidents occur as a result of debris on the roadway. If the offender can be identified, the family can pursue a claim against their insurance company. If the offender cannot be identified, an uninsured motorist claim can be filed against the motorcyclist’s insurance policy. Our Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Lawyers would be willing to explain your legal rights and options, as well as how the victim’s car insurance policy would apply to an accident resulting from roadway debris.
Fatal Motorcycle Accident and Wrongful Death Claim
When a loved one’s death has been caused by the negligent behavior of another; as a survivor, your grief may be heightened by anger and a desire for justice. An experienced Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer can explain the best strategies for winning fair compensation from negligent parties, including inattentive drivers, drunk drivers, speeding drivers, manufacturers of defective parts or equipment, and those responsible for creating road hazards.
If you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash due to negligence, you should not have to face financial difficulties in addition to your grief. You could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, loss of future earnings, loss of companionship, and other damages.
TSR Injury Law has recovered millions in compensation for victims of semi truck accidents.
Contact a Minnesota Semi Truck Accident Attorney today, at 612-362-0000, to ensure your rights are protected and you obtain deserved compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Truck Car Accident: Insurance Issues
Is is vital to be proactive in protecting you and your family following a truck car accident. The insurance companies will be calling immediately to obtain information. They may even ask you to sign an accident form or agree to a payment value.
Before you talk to anyone about your semi truck – car accident, contact a Minnesota Truck Accident Attorney at TSR Injury Law. Anything you say can be used against you and anything you sign is binding. We will guide you through the legal process and fight for your rights against the insurance companies.
Semi trucks are covered by many types of insurance coverage and they are required to carry a higher level of coverage. It requires the expertise of an experienced truck accident attorney to determine which policies to pursue.
Truck Car Accident: Investigation and Evidence
Timing is everything. Federal laws govern the trucking industry — the types of records to keep and how long to preserve them. A Minnesota truck car accident attorney will obtain a court order immediately in order to preserve the data to build your case.
Truck Car Accident Lawyer & Attorney
It can take a long time to resolve a truck car accident case. Our Minnesota Truck Accident Lawyers will negotiate with the insurance companies, trucking companies, and any other entities involved to protect your interests and maximize your compensation. Call us today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
During the lazy days of summer, the number of dog bites increases as kids and dogs play and romp outside — many times unsupervised. We encourage all dog owners to be vigilant about dog bite prevention.
Here are a few questions for you to answer to determine the probability that your dog will bite:
Is your dog trained and socialized? Dogs that are not taught proper social skills are more likely to bite.
Is your dog scared and fearful? Anxious, fearful dogs may bite as a defensive action.
Is your dog easily annoyed? A dog with lower tolerance is more apt to bite.
Is your dog spayed or neutered? A dog who has not been spayed or neutered may exhibit more aggressive behavior.
Are you an alert, observant dog owner? It is important to keep your dog away from others if it becomes too excited, too tired, is eating, or is tending to puppies. Never leave your dog alone with young children.
As a dog owner it is important to remember that no dog is 100% safe in every situation. Ultimately, owners are responsible for how safe their dog is.
If you have suffered a dog bite, call TSR Injury Law at (612) TSR-TIME or submit our free consultation form. Steps need to be taken immediately to protect your rights. The Minnesota Dog Bite Statute is one of the most favorable to dog bite victims. With expert representation, you can obtain compensation for your injuries and pain and suffering. Call us today. We care and we can help.
Minneapolis has done it again! The city has been named the Best City for Bicycling by Bicycle Magazine. Local government has been key.
Minneapolis has a framework in place to promote bicycling for transportation and leisure. The city has designated bicycle lanes, bike lockers, and trails. Then on June 10th, a new program was initiated called, Nice Ride, Minnesota. This is the largest bicycle sharing program in the nation with 1,000 bicycles in 75 kiosks strategically placed around the city.
Minneapolis has been receiving many accolades recently:
#1 bicycling city in the United States (Bicycle Magazine)
#6 most eco-friendly city in the world (Mercer)
#2 most fun city in the country (Sperling)
one of the United State’s smartest cities (The Daily Beast)
one of the 15 coolest cities in the United States (MSN Travel)
one of the most sustainable cities in the U.S. (SustainLane)
one of America’s safest cities (Forbes)
With all of that going for the city of Minneapolis, let’s make our city not just the safest city — but the safest bicycling city. It can be done. If everyone becomes more educated about bicyclist’s rights and responsibilities, fewer bicycle accidents will occur.
Bicycle Safety Video
Minnesota Bicycle Accident Lawyer
We are pleased to be a part of such a progressive city and we strive to provide information and assistance to anyone in need. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, please contact an attorney with TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000 We care about people and we want to help.
4-vehicle chain reaction crash in Lakeville, Minnesota killed two Monday. A semi truck and 2 cars were stopped in the northbound lanes on I-35, near Highway 70, when another semi approached and was unable to stop, slamming into the vehicles. The force of impact pushed the two cars into the lead semi truck, crushing them. The semi truck was carrying beehives with millions of bees.
A driver of one of the cars was pronounced dead at the scene. The other car driver was air-lifted to North Memorial Hospital where she died Monday evening. Recovery attempts were hampered by the swarm of bees at the scene.
According to the State Patrol report, 50-year-old Pamela Brinkhaus, Elko, died at the scene and 24-year-old Kari Rasmussen, St. Anthony, died as a result of her injuries, at North Memorial Hospital. It was reported on the news that Ms. Rasmussen was pregnant.
The driver of the semi involved was Jason Styrbicky, 36, Buffalo. The accident is still under investigation.
Minnesota Semi Truck Accident Lawyer
Many semi truck accidents occur due to driver negligence — inattentiveness, driving while texting, or excessive speed top the list. That makes the loss of a loved one in a semi truck accident even more heart-wrenching and tragic.
Semi truck accident lawsuits are complex and require a high degree of legal expertise to investigate and access every avenue of recovery. The Semi Truck Accident Attorneys at TSR Injury Law are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience. We care and want to fight for justice for you and your family. Call us today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Tragedy struck early Sunday morning near Cambridge, Minnesota. A newly-licensed, 16-year-old-driver hit another vehicle at 2:40 a.m. The teen driver survived, but the four passengers in her vehicle died; as did the the two occupants of the other vehicle.
The 16-year-old was traveling east on Hwy 95, driving a 1998 Pontiac Grand Am, when she struck a westbound 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada. The roads were wet at the time of the crash. The name of the teen driver has not been released, because she is a minor and there is the possibility of criminal charges being brought against her.
The passengers in the Grand Am were: Kelsee Blackledge, 15; Stephen Kendryna, 16; Travis Buchan, 17; and Travis Gryczkowski, 21. The names of the deceased in the Bravada have not been released pending identification.
The Minnesota State Patrol was on the scene with the Braham Police Department, Cambridge Police Department, Isanti County Sheriff Office, and the Isanti Police Department. The driver of the Grand Am was wearing a seatbelt, but it appears that the other occupants were not buckled up. The accident is under investigation to see if alcohol played a role in the crash.
This was the third crash this weekend involving teen drivers on Minnesota roads. All three of the crashes involved fatalities.
Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
Our hearts go out to the families of the victims of these crashes. Nothing can be done to change the outcome of a tragic accident, but counseling, education, and getting involved with proactive, safety groups (like SADD or MADD) can help those left behind work through grief and benefit others.
If you want any information about your legal rights, call TSR Injury Law at (612) TSR-TIME or submit our contact form. Our lawyers are skilled, aggressive litigators. They would be glad to talk you through your options and help in any way. The phone call is free.
The MADD Minnesota Annual 5K Walk Like MADD event will be June 12th, on Raspberry Island. Walk Like MADD is a fun-draising event to increase awareness for MADD Minnesota’s programs and services as they work toward the day when no family has to be torn apart by drunk driving.
The Walk Like MADD event includes a:
Health and Safety Fair
Survivor Area
Kid’s Area
Pet Area
Hospitality Area
Who Can Participate in the Walk Like MADD Event?
Anyone can get involved and we encourage everyone that participates to invite others, including:
friends
family members, including children
co-workers
Ways to Participate
There are multiple ways to support the 2010 Walk Like MADD event:
walk the 5K by forming your own team, joining an existing team, or be an individual walker
sponsor someone who is walking
be a virtual walker by joining us in spirit
donation of time and/or money
TSR Injury Law Walk Like MADD Team
TSR Injury Law has had a long-standing relationship with MADD Minnesota, including doing a public service announcement together. TSR Injury Law partners Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen will be at the 2010 Walk Like MADD event and will participate in the annual 5K walk. Come and meet your favorite personal injury lawyer — see for yourself their compassion and concern for the victims of drunk drivers. If a drunk driving tragedy has impacted your family, talk to one of them about a free consultation or call 612-362-0000.
A Dassel-Cokato school bus crash near Kingston injured 8 students Friday morning. The State Patrol reported the crash occurred at 7:15 a.m., at Highway 15 and County Road 21, north of Dassel.
There was dense fog with visibility less than 200′ at the time of the accident. The Dassel-Cokato School Bus, driven by John Rokala, 78, stopped at the stop sign, then proceeded to cross Highway 15. The school bus was hit by a 2004 Chevrolet pick-up truck driven by Daniel Schneider, 28, of Kimball.
According to the State Patrol report, there were 17 students on the bus. Two students were taken to a Litchfield hospital and six were taken to a hospital in Hutchinson. None of the injuries were life-threatening. The drivers of the bus and pickup truck also had minor injuries.
Meeker County Sheriff’s office and the State Patrol were on the scene investigating the crash. Because the crash involved a school bus, investigators will thoroughly inspect the bus. Personnel from Dassel Fire and Rescue squads, Watkins – Cokato ambulances, and Gold Cross Ambulance also responded.
Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
It is scary to have your child injured while riding on a school bus. When you entrust your child to the care of the school bus driver, you never expect that your child will be injured in a school bus crash.
If you have a child who has who has sustained an injury in a school bus accident, you need an experienced personal injury lawyer. The Minnesota School Bus Accident Attorneys, at TSR Injury Law, have years of experience and will work tirelessly to ensure you receive fair compensation for your child’s injuries. Call (612) TSR-TIME or submit our contact form.
Toyota — the company that stood for quality — the company that could do no wrong — has major problems. Their seemingly invincible reputation is at stake. Xinhus News agency reported Saturday that Toyota of Japan has issued a mandatory recall of 270,000 units of its third-generation (2010) Prius hybrid car. It has officially been recalled in the United States now. The Lexus HS 250h is included in this recall because it has a similar component design to the 2010 Prius.
There have been more than 100 complaints and 4 accidents related to Toyota Prius brake failure. Toyota has admitted to a design failure in the anti-lock braking system. The brakes were designed to prevent skidding. Now the company is on a skid, with no end in sight.
Many 2010 Prius owners have reported that the brakes do not consistently engage when the brake pedal is pressed. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is assessing the scope of the problem. The NHTSA will look into reported momentary loss of braking capabilities.
The investigation comes as safety questions surround Toyota, which has already issued broad recalls for millions of its best-selling vehicles, including the Corolla and Camry, initially labeling the problem as being with the floor mats moving forward to press on the accelerator pedal. Ultimately, the recall was due to a design flaw with the gas pedal that allowed friction to build and the pedal to become stuck.
Toyota said it would unveil safety measures relating to the Prius brakes as soon as a new design is available. Most auto and safety experts are questioning Toyota’s integrity. They feel that Toyota has not disclosed the full extent of its safety flaws.
Minnesota Toyota Recall Lawyer
Having a recall on your car is unnerving. It can undermine your confidence in the integrity of your vehicle. It may even change the way you live and drive — making you stay home more often, making you drive more tentatively, and even altering how you react in a crash-avoidance maneuver.
We want to help you in your fight for justice with the Toyota design defect, especially if the design defect led to a car accident. Call (612) TSR-TIME | No Fee Until We Win
Truck driver training has made a technological leap into the 21st century. Technology, especially the driving simulator, is helping fleets to improve safety and performance by making it easier to train and monitor truck drivers. Many large, commercial fleets are adding tools such as computer-based training, driving simulators, and onboard video monitors to their driver education programs in an effort to deliver more and better training and performance feedback. The results are very encouraging.
In an effort to reduce semi truck accidents, “we’ve focused on brakes, we’ve focused on tires — all those things — but the Crash Causation Study shows us that we clearly need to focus on drivers and the issues surrounding them.” ~ Administrator Annette M. Sandberg, head of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Why computer-based training is so effective:
Content can be quickly updated from a single source, so that training content is always current.
Audio and vibration systems are designed to add accurate driving noise and feel to the experience.
It can create all types of challenging driving situations, such as dark, rain, snow, fog, or ice. This will allow the driver to learn how to react in dangerous situations without crashing a truck or causing personal injury.
A closed-circuit television allows observers to watch the drivers from the operator console.
The simulator allows for taping the drivers so that they can see how they reacted and do a self-critique of their performance.
Online training is suited to introduction, refresher, or remedial training.
Why drive cam is so effective:
It provides routine performance feedback — clear information as to how well drivers are actually doing on the highways.
Global positioning satellites, engine data recorders, and collision avoidance systems provide glimpses into the world of the truck cab.
Risky behaviors (speeding, hard braking, poor shifting habits) are identified.
It encourages truck drivers to be more attentive to their driving skills, by making them accountable for their behaviors.
Using technology to help monitor driver performance and deliver more personalized training is enabling fleets to improve safety and reduce costs. These new tools will help the industry take the next important step — to reduce the number of crashes and crash-avoidance maneuvers. Ultimately this will save lives.
Minnesota Semi Truck Accident Lawyer
If you have been involved in an accident with a semi truck, contact our Minnesota Semi Truck Accident Lawyers at (612) TSR-TIME. We have helped hundreds of victims recover millions in compensation. Our personal injury lawyers have received many awards for their litigation skills, including being named Minnesota Super Lawyers. Do not delay. In a semi truck accident, time is money. Records must be subpoenaed and preserved, eyewitnesses interviewed, and the accident scene investigated.
Have you had a problem with your Toyota vehicle? Has the accelerator pedal stuck? Did you have a car accident as a result of the sticking accelerator pedal?
In an accident involving a defective product (product liability), you have legal recourse against the manufacturer of the vehicle as well as the manufacturer of the part itself. Our personal injury and litigation lawyers handle Toyota Car Accidents. With our expert legal representation, you can maximize your settlement with Toyota and the insurance companies.Contact a personal injury lawyer for your Toyota Car Accident at (612) TSR-TIME.
Why TSR Injury Law is the best car accident law firm for you:
We are a personal injury law firm — that is all we do.
We have decades of combined experience handling car accident-related personal injury cases.
All of our partners graduated with honors and / or Magna Cum Laude from esteemed law schools.
All of our partners are consistently named Minnesota Super Lawyers, a distinction awarded to only 5% of all personal injury lawyers in the state.
Our partners are frequent speakers on various subjects associated with personal injury law and litigation.
We have extensive trial experience. If an acceptable settlement cannot be obtained, we are not afraid to go to trial.
Lawyer for Toyota Car Accident
By hiring an experienced lawyer for your Toyota Car Accident, you will ensure that you are being dealt with fairly and that your rights will be preserved. Don’t delay, call today or submit our contact form.
Scott Heckel, 44, of Pine City, was driving his 1995 Chevrolet GMT-400 east on Hwy 70 and attempted to pass in a no-passing zone. He crashed into a westbound 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, killing the driver and passenger. The deceased are Michael Moris, 50, and Robin Moris, 48, both of Pine City.
The GMT-400 then slid into the eastbound lane and side swiped a 1999 Dodge Caravan, sending it into the ditch. The driver, Patricia Denn, and passenger, Matthew Denn, sustained minor injuries. Heckel is in serious condition.
The accident is under investigation by Minnesota State Patrol and Pine County Sheriff’s Office. Alcohol is suspected and charges are pending.
Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
When a wrongful death has occurred due to reckless driving, there is the possibility of punitive damages being awarded in addition to compensation for the loss of life. Minnesota wrongful death laws are complex. In order to receive fair compensation, it is necessary to retain a personal injury attorney with extensive experience handling wrongful death cases.
Three things have to be substantiated before filing a wrongful death claim:
that a wrongful death has occurred
that the death was caused by negligent, reckless behavior
that there was monetary loss involved
If you think you have a case, contact a Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney at 612-362-0000. We will work tirelessly for justice for your family.
A car collided with a light-rail train in Bloomington Monday afternoon. The driver of the car and a train passenger were transported to the hospital with neck and back injuries.
A spokesman for Metro Transit reported that the driver of the train was able to slow down before the crash, but could not stop the train in time. The Chevrolet Malibu was exiting from eastbound Interstate 494, toward 34th Avenue South, when the brakes failed. The woman driving was not able to stop and crossed the path of the southbound Hiawatha Line train.
Metro Transit is investigating the incident, but it appears the car’s mechanical failures are to blame.
Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
A car – train crash is a very traumatic experience for everyone involved. If a vehicle malfunctioned, there may be a case for product liability. A product can be found deficient if it has a manufacturer’s defect or a design defect. It takes an aggressive litigator to investigate, persuade, and win deserved compensation. Contact a Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience handling complex crash cases.
Jeffery Arthur Martin, 37, was charged for driving drunk and causing a collision that led to the death of an 88-year-old man on Christmas Eve.
The accident took place at Dodd Blvd and Gerdine Avenue, Lakeville. Martin was driving a Dodge Durango, and turned left onto westbound Dodd, crashing into the Cadillac driven by Susan M. Shaffer, 69, of Prior Lake.
Shaffer was taken to Regions Hospital in St. Paul, where she is still in serious condition. Her husband, Everett Letterly, 88, was taken to Regions and died on Christmas Day. Martin was not injured nor was his 9-year-old child, who was in the car with him.
Martin failed the preliminary breath test and was arrested at the scene. Monday he was charged in Dakota County District Court with drunken driving and child endangerment in connection with the collision. Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom said more charges may follow.
The accident is under further investigation by Dakota County Officers.
Minnesota Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
Contact our Minnesota Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers at 612-362-0000. We support the mission of MADD Minnesota and we aggressive pursue justice in drunk driving accident cases. Our personal injury lawyers are consistently named Minnesota Super Lawyers and have a reputation for being able to establish fault and prove liability in complex drunk driving cases. When there is a wrongful death due to negligent drunk driving, punitive damages can be pursued in addition to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
There was a serious head-on car crash near Gilbert early Christmas morning. Three people were involved in the two car crash.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol website, a 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier was traveling eastbound on Minnesota Hwy 135 west of Gilbert, at 12:20 a.m. The Cavalier was in the westbound lane, passing vehicles, when it struck a 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche heading west.
At least one person was seriously injured in the car crash. Officials have not released their identities or conditions. The website classified the crash as a serious injury accident.
There were multiple police departments working at the car crash site, including officers from Eveleth, Gilbert, and Virginia. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol were also called to the scene. The car crash did not appear to be weather-related.
Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have questions about your legal rights following a car crash, contact a Minnesota Car Crash Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We provide all of our clients with the strong and reliable representation they need to recover damages successfully.
Three people from one family were killed Saturday night in a head on collision. The accident occurred about 7 p.m. on County Road 50, near Kenwood Trail, Lakeville.
The crash involved a Hyundai Elantra, driven by Debra Buhmann, and a Chevy Silverado, driven by a 17-year-old from Dundas, Minnesota. It was reported that the Silverado was being driven with its lights off and went over the center line, crashing head on into the Elantra.
The car was carrying three generations from one family; Shirley Iverson, 71, Debra Buhmann, 34, and Alexis Iverson, 8. They all lost their lives in the crash that occurred just miles from their homes. The driver of the pickup truck was airlifted to HCMC, his condition unknown.
Lakeville Police and the Minnesota State Patrol are investigating the accident. Alcohol is not suspected.
Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney
In this type of car crash, if the truck was being driven with its lights off, there is a strong case for a wrongful death suit due to negligence. A wrongful death suit must be filed by a family member and brought to court by a trustee. The compensation is limited to financial losses suffered by the surviving family members and includes: loss of companionship; loss of assistance, advice, and protection; and loss of monetary contributions the deceased would have made had they lived.
The laws dealing with a wrongful death suit are complex. Therefore, it is important to retain an experienced, knowledgeable law firm to represent you in your Minnesota wrongful death claim. Our personal injury lawyers have decades of combined experience. We will fight for justice in your case. Contact a Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney at 612-362-0000.
Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) December 9, 2009 — Minnesota Law & Politics has released their annual list of Rising Stars, the state’s top up-and-coming attorneys. TSR Injury Law is pleased to congratulate Erik Willer, personal injury attorney with our firm, for being selected as a 2010 Rising Star.
Rising Stars are limited to attorneys who are 40 or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less. Only the top 2.5% of Minnesota attorneys are named Rising Stars, based on votes from attorneys throughout the state who nominated the best attorneys they have personally observed in action, of that 2.5% only a few are personal injury lawyers. The attorney-led research team then reviews the credentials, licensure, and standing of potential candidates, assigning points based on predetermined evaluation criteria. The list is compiled and the lawyers with the highest point totals are named Minnesota Rising Stars.
Minnesota personal injury attorney Erik Willer received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan where he was awarded class honors. Before starting law school, Erik worked at a large law firm in Washington, D.C. and with the D.C. City Attorney’s office in the area of child abuse and neglect. In 2000, he entered the University of Minnesota School of Law where he served as Managing Editor of the Minnesota Intellectual Property Review.
Since entering the practice of law, Erik has worked tirelessly as an advocate for his clients, focusing his entire career on the representation of injured people. Erik has successfully represented clients at the trial court, Court of Appeals, and Minnesota Supreme Court in cases ranging from auto accidents, dog bites, and premises liability claims to traumatic brain injury claims and wrongful death actions. He is actively involved with Minnesota Association for Justice, serving on its Board of Governors and numerous committees.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the state of Minnesota. We are committed to providing excellent service to our clients and our goal is to handle every facet of the legal claim to allow our clients to concentrate on healing. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in deserved compensation. For more information, visit www.tsrinjurylaw.com. TSR Injury Law is located at 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820, Bloomington, Minnesota, 55435.
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Bloomington, Minnesota 55435
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TSR Injury Law Partner and Minnesota Top 40 Plaintiff’s Attorney Charles Slane spoke at a Litigation Arbitration Continuing Legal Education Seminar for the Minnesota Association for Justice. The seminar was entitled “No Fault Arbitrations” and was chaired by TSR Injury Law attorney Erik Willer and Jamie Sonsteby.
Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) November 24, 2009 — TSR Injury Law Partner and Minnesota Top 40 Plaintiff’s Attorney Charles Slane spoke at a Litigation Arbitration Continuing Legal Education Seminar for the Minnesota Association for Justice, on November 13, 2009. The seminar was chaired by TSR Injury Law attorney Erik Willer and Jamie Sonsteby. These legal education seminars are held to share the knowledge of the profession to improve the quality of advocacy in the state of Minnesota.
The seminar was entitled “No-Fault Arbitrations” and featured 6 speakers. Chuck Slane opened the seminar with the topic “Why and When to Arbitrate, or Not.” Erik Willer gave the final presentation entitled “New Defense Tactics Seeking to Strike Plaintiffs’ Attorneys as Arbitrators.”
Chuck’s 30-minute presentation addressed the strategies of using rule 68 offers of settlement, collecting penalty interest, and imposing penalties for failing to handle claims in good faith. He shared insight developed from his practice on how to hold insurance carriers accountable when they fail to pay benefits. Specifically, Chuck discussed the benefits of litigating no-fault benefit denials rather than submitting the claim to arbitration.
Chuck Slane is on the board of governors for the Minnesota Association for Justice and is a sought after and frequent lecturer on topics regarding litigation in the personal injury arena. He has extensive trial experience in many different types of personal injury claims including automobile accidents, premises liability, dram shop, wrongful death, and insurance coverage cases.
TSR Injury Law is fast becoming one of the most prominent personal injury law firms in Minneapolis, St. Paul and the state of Minnesota. All three partners are highly regarded speakers and considered experts in litigation and personal injury law. For more information, visit http://www.tsrinjurylaw.com or call Chuck Slane at 612-362-0000 for a free consultation. TSR Injury Law has offices at 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820, Bloomington, Minnesota 55435.
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Chuck Slane
Rich Ruohonen
7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820
Bloomington, Minnesota 55435
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At 4 p.m. today, a minivan crashed into a line of vehicles stopped at a red light, setting off a chain reaction. In total, seven vehicles where involved in the crash. One woman died and the driver of the minivan is in critical condition at Regions Hospital, St. Paul.
According to Roseville Police, six vehicles were heading west on County Road C and stopped for a red light at Snelling Avenue. A white minivan, also heading west and driven by a man who is suspected of having a medical problem, approached at a high rate of speed and was not able to stop.
The first vehicle that was hit by the van was being driven by a woman from Montrose. That woman died at the scene.
The Roseville Police and Minnesota State Patrol were on the scene. The accident will be reconstructed and investigated. Alcohol is not suspected in the crash. Names of victims have not been released.
Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer
Any accident is traumatic. A multi-car crash is terrifying. With a rear-end collision, very frequently victims sustain soft tissue injuries. Soft tissue injuries can be difficult to proof. The insurance companies will do everything in their power to destroy your claim — they will question your integrity and the competency of your doctors. You need legal representation to ensure that you receive fair compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
TSR Injury Law now represents several people injured in the bus crash that happened near Austin, Minnesota, November 18th.
The bus was owned and operated by Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach Tours in Rochester. It was making its weekly Wednesday casino shuttle to Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood, Iowa. There were 23 people on the bus, 21 were injured and 2 were killed in the crash.
There are many guidelines, both federal and state, that regulate common carriers. If the common carrier has broken any regulations, they may be found liable for 100% of your personal injuries. A common carrier is obligated to provide for the safety of their passengers by:
maintaining their vehicles
hiring qualified drivers
making sure driver’s maintain qualification
driving skills
medical records
Minnesota Bus Crash Attorney
TSR Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis, St. Paul and the state of Minnesota. Our partners have decades of combined experience fighting for justice. If you have been injured in a bus crash, you need expert legal representation because you can be sure that the bus company already has attorneys and insurance adjusters working to delay or deny your claim. Contact a Minnesota Bus Crash Attorney at 612-362-0000.
A St. Paul fire truck hit a Mini Cooper early Friday morning at the intersection of Randolph and Cretin Avenues. The 3 people in the Mini Cooper were taken to Regions Hospital where they were treated and released. The seatbelts and airbags protected the occupants from more serious injury.
The ladder truck was heading west on Randolph shortly after 5 a.m., responding to a call related to an electrical outage in the area. The traffic lights were not working and the fire truck hit the car in the intersection. At the time of the crash, both vehicles were going about 25 mph, according to Dave Galbraith, deputy chief of the St. Paul Fire Department.
The intersection was dark because of a downed wire at Cretin and St. Clair Avenues. 2,500 Xcel Energy customers were without power Friday morning, according to Mary Sandok, a spokesperson for Xcel Energy.
Minnesota Truck Accident Lawyer
This type of accident can be pretty straight forward, but other times there may be extenuating circumstances. When an airbag explodes, it can cause an eye injury called anisocoria or it can damage the ears — hearing loss or tinnitus. Any of these conditions can be permanent, leading to long term medical expenses and possible loss of income.
In any motor vehicle accident, it is good to contact a reputable Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer to determine your options and protect your family from financial loss. Call 612-362-0000 for assistance or submit our free consultation form.
A 91-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Highway 12, in Cokato, Minnesota. She died before she could be airlifted from the scene.
Ruby Voight had just gone shopping. She was walking home at about 5:15 p.m. with her packages in the basket of her walker. The 1996 Chevy Tahoe, driven by 55-year-old David Rostomily, was driving westbound on Hwy 12. Ruby was in the crosswalk at Johnson Avenue NW when she was struck.
Wright County Sheriff’s Office and the State Patrol were at the scene. They will continue to investigate the accident. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor. Mr. Rostomily stopped and is cooperating with authorities.
Minnesota Pedestrian Accident and Wrongful Death Lawyer
In pedestrian accidents, especially when a wrongful death has occurred, it is vital to interview eyewitnesses and protect evidence. The loss of a parent or grandparent is very difficult and if the estate was not in order, a significant amount of money could have been lost to taxes.
The courts will frequently take this into account when calculating damages in Minnesota wrongful death cases. Other factors taken into consideration in determining damages are:
loss of companionship
loss of guidance
loss of affection
the age of the decedent
whether the decedent experienced pain and suffering
The attorneys with TSR Injury Law have years of experience handling pedestrian accidents and wrongful death cases. We will support you through this difficult time by providing legal counsel, doing all of the paperwork, and filing your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Last weekend brought to light again the need for stiffer penalties for drunk driving. There was another needless death. A multiple repeat-offender was apparently driving drunk again, crashed into a vehicle, killing the 17-year-old driver.
Todd Lifto, 44, drove his 2001 Chevrolet Silverado pickup the wrong way on County Road 35, with no headlights — and speeding. He crashed into the 1998 Toyota Camry that Jonathon Kramnic was driving. Jonathon was airlifted to North Memorial Medical Center, Robbinsdale, where he died Sunday.
The crash occurred on Saturday about 6:30 p.m., on County 35, near Jamison Avenue, in St. Michael. Lifto was charge on Wednesday with two counts of criminal vehicular homicide. One of the counts is based on the use of alcohol before the crash, according to Tom Kelly, the Wright County Attorney. The drunk driving charges have not been filed, pending the test results.
Minnesota Drunk Driving and Wrongful Death Lawyer
In a case like this, the victim’s family can file for punitive damages as well as a wrongful death beneficiary claim. The laws regarding Minnesota Wrongful Death are complex. It is vital to retain an experienced, knowledgeable law firm to represent you in your Minnesota wrongful death claim.
The basis for a wrongful death claim is not about the damages to the deceased, but the resultant loss for the surviving spouse, family members, or parents. The losses include most factors that place burdens on the survivors, including:
loss of salary
health benefits
pain and suffering
funeral expenses
burial expenses
Pecuniary damages can also be included in the claim to receive compensation for:
loss of services, protection, care
loss of companionship
loss of advice
Contact a Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney at 612-362-0000. Our partners have decades of combined experience and are consistently named Minnesota Super Lawyers.
A 1997 Toyota Tacoma crossed the I-94 median and struck a GMC Envoy head on near Melrose. According to Minnesota State Patrol traffic incident report, the driver of the pickup died at the scene. The driver of the SUV sustained non-life threatening injuries.
The collision occurred shortly after 4 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. The pickup was eastbound, lost control on the wet road, and crossed the median. The driver was identified as Cedar R. Bryan, 23, of Wildomar, California. The driver of the SUV was Michelle Evavold, 42, of Ashby, Minnesota. There were no passengers in either vehicle.
Minnesota Truck Accident Attorney
In an accident like this, you wonder if there was a mechanical defect. Just today a Toyota recall was expanded to include the Tacoma pickup truck, from 2005-2010. Could earlier pickup trucks have had accelerator issues?
If you have been injured in a truck accident due to the negligence of another, or you suspect mechanical defect, you should seek legal representation immediately. Evidence needs to be preserved and eyewitnesses interviewed. Contact a Minnesota Truck Accident Attorney at 612-362-0000.
TSR Injury Law is currently representing a person injured in the Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach Tours bus crash that happened near Austin, Minnesota, November 18th.
The bus was eastbound on I-90, crossed over into the westbound lanes, rolled, and landed on its side in the ditch. Two people died at the scene and the other 21 passengers all sustained injuries. The interstate was closed for hours. Seven ambulances and six helicopters were on the scene and the State Patrol commented that it was not enough.
If you or your loved one was injured in this bus crash or a different motor vehicle crash call TSR Injury Law. Our lawyers have significant experience in handling bus crash cases and are respected by their peers and feared by insurance adjusters for their ability to establish fault and prove liability in complex legal cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The U.S. Department of Transportation released an action plan to improve motorcoach safety across the board nationwide on Monday, November 16. That was not in time to help the occupants of the Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach.
The Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach was involved in a crash and rollover on I-90 near Austin, Minnesota on November 18th. Capt. Matt Langer of the Minnesota State Patrol reported that it was a “tragic accident because everyone on the bus was either injured or killed.” In addition, Capt. Langer reported that commercial vehicle inspectors and reconstruction specialists would be on the scene examining the evidence of the crash. The cause of the accident will probably take weeks to determine. According to some news sources, there is the possibility that the driver of the bus, Ed Erickson, may have suffered a ruptured aneurysm in his chest and lost consciousness before the crash.
The FMCSA Action Plan
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the bus and truck safety Agency for interstate travel and is part of the Department of Transportation. Their new action plan encompasses addressing the major issues in transportation safety:
driver fatigue
requiring electronic on-board recording devices on all motorcoaches to better monitor drivers’ duty hours
driver inattention
prohibit texting
limit the use of cellular telephones
vehicle rollover
establishment of performance requirements for enhanced roof strength, fire safety, and emergency egress
electronic stability control to prevent rollovers
occupant ejections
requiring the installation of seat belts
unsafe carriers
enhanced oversight of unsafe carriers
Motorcoach travel is comparatively safe in the United States. Approximately 750 million passengers ride annually with an average of 19 occupant fatalities in crashes, according to data collected by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. “We are committed to making sure that bus travelers reach their destinations safely,” said Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. “These improvements will not only help reduce the number of motorcoach crashes, it will also help save lives and reduce injuries.”
Minnesota Bus Accident Attorney & Lawyer
If you have questions about your case, contact a Minnesota Bus Accident Attorney at 612-362-0000. We will answer your questions and help you navigate the legal system.
A Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach crashed and rolled on Interstate 90 Wednesday afternoon. Initial reports are that at least 23 people were on the bus at the time of the crash and that at least 2 people died at the scene.
The crash happened at about 3:30 p.m. on eastbound I-90. The bus crossed over into the westbound lanes, crashed, and landed on its side in the ditch. The interstate was closed to enable medical crews to assist. Seven ambulances and six helicopters responded from the area including, Mayo Clinic, Mercy Hospital, Austin Medical Center, St. Mary’s Hospital (Rochester) and Naeve Hospital (Albert Lea).
According to Freeborn County Chief Deputy Gene Arnold the driver of the bus was critically injured and transported to St. Mary’s Hospital. Arnold also stated that there were not enough ambulances to transport all of the victims.
The bus was owned and operated by Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach Tours, Rochester. It was making its weekly Wednesday shuttle from Rochester, Byron, Kasson, and Blooming Prairie to Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood, Iowa and back. The passengers were mostly senior citizens.
As recently as August of 2008, the bus had some mechanical issues. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Strain Bus Line has not had a fatal crash for the past two years, but they have had a higher percentage of buses that have been taken out of service compared to other bus companies.
Bus Accident Liability
If you have been in a bus accident, you may be able to file a claim against the bus company or the owner of the bus to receive compensation for:
medical expenses
lost wages
loss of earning capacity
pain and suffering
disfigurement
disability
There are federal and state guidelines that regulate common carriers. As common carriers, bus lines are obligated to provide for the safety of their passengers by maintaining their vehicles, hiring qualified drivers, and providing additional training. If the accident is the result of non-compliance with any federal or state safety regulations, the common carrier may bear 100% of the liability for your personal injuries. Liability may involve any of the following issues:
poor maintenance
driver negligence
driver training
defective products
drunk driving
Minnesota Bus Accident Lawyer
Our Minnesota Bus Accident Attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators. We have recovered millions for victims of motor vehicle accidents. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Time is critical. Evidence needs to be preserved and witnesses interviewed.
Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) November 18, 2009 — Chuck Slane, TSR Injury Law Partner and Minnesota Top 40 Plaintiff’s Attorney, represented William Kieper for injuries suffered in a car crash in Burnsville, Minnesota, January, 17, 2006.
Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney Chuck Slane tried the case of Kieper v. Shea to a Dakota County jury in October (case #19HA-CV-09-61). The case involved a client who underwent spinal fusion surgery as a result of a car crash. The crash was caused by inattention; Defendant Shea simply drove into the back of Kieper’s vehicle.
Shea and her insurance carrier, State Farm, claimed the crash was caused by ice. Furthermore, they claimed the crash was unavoidable. However, on the eve of trial, that defense was abandoned and liability was admitted. Instead they argued that the surgery was the result of pre-existing degenerative changes rather than the crash.
The insurance company offered only $15,000 until the eve of trial at which point they raised the offer to $90,000. After a week-long trial, the jury provided $200,000 of compensation to Kieper.
TSR Injury Law is a personal injury law firm with experience resolving and litigating a broad spectrum of personal injuries. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in deserved compensation. For more information, visit http://www.tsrinjurylaw.com or contact Chuck Slane at 612-362-0000. TSR Injury Law is located at 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820, Bloomington, Minnesota, 55435.
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Chuck Slane
Rich Ruohonen
7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820
Bloomington, Minnesota 55435
612-362-0000
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There was a fatal motorcycle crash on Tuesday in Sherburne County. Jeff Skoglund, 49, of Anoka, was killed when his motorcycle was struck by a flat-bed tow truck being driven by Brett Johnson, 44.
The accident happened at the intersection of County Roads 38 and 19. Mr. Skoglund was driving northbound on County Road 19. The tow truck was going east on County Road 38. The accident occurred about 12:05 p.m. The truck driver was not injured according to the County Sheriff’s Office.
The accident is still under investigation.
Minnesota Motorcycle Accident
Statistics from 2006 showed that the fatality rate for bikers was 5.5 times that of motorists. Nationwide that year, 4,810 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents, most of them preventable. The lawyers at TSR Injury Law believe that one way to reduce the rate of these accidents is by holding negligent drivers responsible for their actions. We believe this will send a clear message that drivers need to be more alert on the road.
Contact a Minnesota Motorcycle Accident at 612-362-0000. Partner Steve Terry is an avid motorcyclist. He knows how to get victims of motorcycle accidents the compensation they deserve. He will fight for justice in your motorcycle accident case.
A fatal accident occurred Sunday morning about 11 a.m. on I-35 and Highway 8, near Forest Lake, Minnesota (Washington County). A Chevy pick-up truck was northbound when the driver lost control and started to roll. It rolled into a southbound Toyota Camry. The car flipped and landed upside down.
The two people from the car were pronounced dead at the scene. They were James Holland, 45, of Chanhassen and his son, Jude Holland, 4.
The driver of the pick-up truck, Eric Sprouse, 19, was ejected from his truck and sustained critical injuries. He was airlifted to North Memorial Hospital where he later died from his injuries. The passenger, Dustin Covey, 20, sustained non life-threatening injuries and was transported by ambulance to Fairview Hospital, Wyoming.
The Minnesota State Patrol, Chisago County Sheriff’s Office, and Forest Lake Police Department were all on the scene. Interstate 35 was completely shutdown for two hours. A medical helicopter landed on the freeway to assist and transported the driver of the truck. Traffic was rerouted to Highway 61. The northbound lanes were reopened about 1 p.m. Southbound lanes were finally cleared and opened about 4 p.m.
Alcohol is not suspected in the accident.
Minnesota Car Accident and Wrongful Death Attorney
After a tragic car accident, everything is difficult. Your world is shattered. It takes everything you’ve got to just put one foot after the other to get through the day. It is vital to takes the steps necessary to protect what is left of your future. Evidence needs to be gathered, witnesses interviewed, and your rights protected. If someone dies in an accident due to the negligence of another, the next of kin may file a wrongful death claim to receive compensation for:
medical expenses
funeral expenses
loss of companionship
loss of advice
loss of potential earnings
Contact a Minnesota Wrongful Death Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our consultation is free and there are no fees involved. We do not receive payment until your case is settled.
There was a two-car crash Saturday night in West St. Paul. All six occupants were taken to Regions Hospital where one woman died from her injuries.
At about 9 p.m., a 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier pulled out from the mall parking lot at Robert Street and Marie Avenue, into the path of a 2000 Mercury Mystique. The Mercury broadsided the Cavalier and 2 people were ejected from the broadsided vehicle, including 26-year-old Leslie J. Garvia who died from head and abdominal injuries. Ms. Garvia was not wearing a seat belt.
Another passenger, 26-year-old Jorge Zuniga, was also ejected and suffered non life-threatening head injuries. Zuniga was not wearing a seat belt either. The driver of the Cavalier, Fabio Dierings, and 2 other passengers sustained non life-threatening injuries. Lynette Landrum, driver of the Mercury, of West St. Paul, suffered minor injuries.
Four of the six people involved in the car accident were wearing seat belts. Alcohol is not suspected, according to police.
List of Names Released by Minnesota State Patrol:
Leslie J. Garcia, 26, St. Paul, MN
Jorge R. Zuniga, 26, Columbia Heights, MN
Kimberly J. Fuentes, 8, St. Paul, MN
Breidy Garcia, 19, St. Paul, MN
Fabio R. Dierings, 23, St. Paul, MN
Lynette J. Landrum, 40, West St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Car Accident and Wrongful Death Attorney
Minnesota is a No Fault Insurance state; but in the event of a wrongful death due to the negligence of another, which includes inattentive driving, the next of kin can recover compensation. The monetary damages may include:
TSR Injury Law Partner Rich Ruohonen was singled out to receive the Minnesota Association for Justice 2008-09 Excellence Award. Each year this prestigious award honors an attorney who has given outstanding contributions of time and effort on behalf of the organization, has a personal commitment to excellence, and is diligent in community service.
Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) October 27, 2009 — TSR Injury Law Partner Rich Ruohonen received the Minnesota Association for Justice 2008-09 Excellence Award at their Annual Convention held in Alexandria, in August. The Minnesota Association for Justice annually recognizes a distinguished attorney who exemplifies the highest standard of personal and professional excellence in Minnesota.
“I am honored to be recognized for the work I have done for the organization over the past 13 years, but there are many other deserving members that also work tirelessly to help consumers and those injured by the negligent acts of others. Together we are trying to ensure that each and every citizen is guaranteed the right to justice. MAJ is an important organization for my clients. All the effort I put forth in that organization ends up directly benefitting injured persons in the long run. I intend to continue this effort and work with MAJ in the future,” said Rich Ruohonen in response to receiving this award.
Rich is a frequent speaker in continuing legal education seminars for the Minnesota Association for Justice. He is also on the Board of Governors and is involved in several committees for the organization including the Continuing Legal Education Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Legislative Committee. The Minnesota Association for Justice is an organization dedicated to the Constitution’s guarantee of justice for all. TSR Injury Law is a firm whose attorneys and employees share the same goals in helping those injured by the negligent acts of others.
Rich Ruohonen has dedicated his entire legal career to the practice of personal injury law, focusing on cases involving car accidents, traumatic brain injury (TBI), food poisoning, premises liability, medical malpractice, and product liability. He is a sought-after speaker and published writer on matters related to personal injury litigation.
At TSR Injury Law, we are committed to providing excellent service to our clients and our goal is to handle every facet of the legal claim to allow our clients to concentrate on healing. Since we focus on one area of the law, we feel we give the best representation possible. For more information, visit tsrinjurylaw.com or call 612-362-0000 for a free consultation. TSR Injury Law is located at 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820, Bloomington, Minnesota 55435.
Steve Terry
Chuck Slane
Rich Ruohonen
7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820
Bloomington, Minnesota 55435
612-362-0000
tsrinjurylaw.com
terryandslane.com
minnesotapersonal-injurylawyer.com
A popular Ramsey County Sheriff’s reserve officer died Sunday morning after being hit near a D.A.R.E. fundraising event in Maplewood, Saturday night at about 8:30.
Michael Wilken, 56, was directing traffic for Fright Farm at the intersection of Frost and White Bear Avenue when he was struck by a car heading north on White Bear Avenue. He suffered many critical injuries, including head injuries, and was taken to Regions Hospital.
Reserve Deputy Wilken had been with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office for 10 years, volunteering at hundreds of community events. He loved working the Fright Farm event.
Maplewood Police and the Minnesota State Patrol are investigating the accident. The driver was questioned by officers. There was no indication that drugs or alcohol played a role in the accident.
Minnesota Car Accident & Pedestrian Lawyer
One of the most common injuries sustained in a pedestrian – car accident is a traumatic brain injury. It is also one of the most critical. A pedestrian is defenseless against a motor vehicle.
When a wrongful death occurs as a result of the car accident, the victim’s family may have a claim to compensation under Minnesota wrongful death laws for medical expenses, funeral expenses, loss of companionship, loss of advice, and loss of potential earnings.
For more information, call one of our skilled, aggressive lawyers at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen have years of experience and are consistently named Minnesota Super Lawyers.
On Sunday, August 16th, the final summer performance of the St. Paul youth circus ended in disaster. The bleachers collapsed. Nearly 450 people fell, many sustaining minor injuries. 7 people were transported to the hospital with significant injuries. TSR Injury Law now represents a victim of the bleacher collapse.
The cause of the bleacher collapse is still not known. The city fined the circus for assembling the wooden bleachers without requesting an inspection prior to being used for a public performance. They had not been inspected since they were purchased in 2006. New bleachers have been installed at Circus Juventas and they have passed inspection by St. Paul officials.
Minnesota Premises Liability Attorney
Premises liability laws recognize the responsibility of the property owner for the well-being of anyone invited onto the property. Our Minnesota Premises Liability Attorneys and Minnesota Personal Injury Attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience. Our partners are consistently named Minnesota Super Lawyers and are experts at establishing fault and proving liability. They have recovered millions for victims. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The accidents were prolific Saturday morning due to patchy ice and snow. State Patrol reported more than 100 crashes around Minneapolis-St. Paul from 3 a.m. – 11 a.m. Bridges froze over and roads had patches of ice that were covered with a dusting of snow. MnDOT was out treating trouble spots with salt.
Around 8 a.m., a 45-year-old woman, from Cedar, MN, went off the road in Forest Lake after spinning out on a patch of ice on 35 W North. She left her car to check on another accident victim, was struck by a car driven by a Pine City woman, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The accident involved three cars that had spun out on northbound 35W near the Forest Lake split. The drivers of vehicle 1 and vehicle 2 got out of their cars to help the third driver, who had rolled his car. It was at that time that a fourth car came onto the scene and fatally struck the woman from Cedar.
Those involved in the accident were: William Franks, 58, of Chaska; Tirrell Corgard, 70, of Roseville; and Maria Wilson, 34, of Pine City; and the unidentified woman from Cedar. The accident is under investigation.
Minnesota Car Accident Attorneys
Minnesota state law allows the spouse and next of kin to recover monetary damages when there is a wrongful death in a fatal car crash. Damages allowed include medical expenses, funeral expenses, lost potential earnings, and loss of companionship. In a wrongful death case, the court appoints a trustee to represent the spouse and next of kin.
Tuesday morning started out cool and rainy on Hwy 110 in Mendota Heights. After 30 students had been picked up, Raymond Baar, the driver of a Monarch Bus Service school bus, was driving eastbound and needed to turn left onto Charlton Street. He failed to see a westbound vehicle approaching, turning in front of the Pontiac Gran Prix, resulting in a collision.
Justin Kalenberg, 24, driver of the Pontiac, was transported to Regions Hospital and is in serious condition. Six children were taken to Regions Hospital, as well, where they were treated and released.
The accident occurred about 9 a.m., according to Minnesota State Patrol records. The bus was transporting students to Tarek ibn Ziyad Academy, a K-8 Inver Grove Heights charter school. The impact resulted in the bus going into the ditch. The roof of the car had to be removed, with the “jaws of life”, to get the driver out. State Patrol reported that the driver was conscious and talking by the time he was extricated.
State law requires a bus driver to pass a written test, road test, and physical exam. Additionally, their criminal history and driving record are pulled and checked each year. Minnesota State Patrol will review the bus driver’s records to determine whether he was qualified to drive. Baar is on leave pending the investigation.
Minnesota School Bus Accident Attorney
All of us want our children to be safe while they are being transported. School bus accidents are very scary for everyone involved, especially for the children onboard. It is vital to have qualified drivers, driving well-maintained buses, and obeying the traffic laws.
The partners at TSR Injury Law are compassionate, caring fathers who aggressively pursue justice where the system has failed. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free contact form.
The love of a mother knows no bounds. Yesterday a mother gave her life for her 3-month-old daughter.
Oakdale police reported that Stacey Morgan, 33, must have realized that she was going to be struck from behind, because at the last second she shoved the baby stroller away from danger. Her daughter was ejected from the stroller, but since she was strapped into a car seat on top of the stroller, she was uninjured.
The accident happened in the 6900 block of 29th Street, in Oakdale, just before 8 a.m. Ms. Morgan was running east on 29th Street. A 16-year-old male was driving a 1997 Infiniti, in the same direction, and struck Ms. Morgan from behind.
Ms. Morgan sustained serious head injuries and was transported to Regions Hospital. She died a short time later.
Minnesota State Patrol will help further investigate the incident. Alcohol is not suspected as a factor in this tragedy.
Minnesota Pedestrian Accident Attorney
There are many cases of pedestrian accidents where the driver was inattentive, speeding, on the cell phone, or was texting while driving. TSR Injury Law has the skill and expertise to investigate and take those findings to build a persuasive, winning case. We have handled many pedestrian accident cases, including those involving personal injury and wrongful death. Call 612-362-0000 for efficient, aggressive representation. If you prefer, you may submit our contact form.
A Freightliner garbage truck and Harley Davidson motorcycle collision left the motorcycle driver in critical condition. The broadside collision occurred at 128th Street and University, in Waseca.
The injured cyclist is Mark H. Williams, 53, of Waldorf. He was airlifted to St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester. He sustained multiple injuries. The garbage truck driver was not injured.
State Patrol reported that the motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet. They will continue to investigate the accident.
Garbage Truck Collisions
Garbage trucks create several unique safety concerns for nearby drivers and pedestrians.
Garbage trucks have to navigate narrow streets and alleys, with limited maneuverability and visibility.
Garbage trucks make many stops and some of them are unexpected.
All too often objects and trash fall off of the garbage truck, creating a hazard.
Garbage trucks are susceptible to mechanical failure because of the driving conditions and so many unique moving parts.
Minnesota Garbage Truck Accident Attorney
Any time a collision occurs, the people involved can be traumatized and overwhelmed. That is even more true when the collision is with a garbage truck. It is helpful to talk to someone that will listen and offer guidance. Our attorneys have years of experience. They will review the facts of your case and tell you whether it has merit. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Tragedy has struck again near Hugo on I-35E northbound. The traffic was heavy due to construction. Apparently a 19-year-old driver was inattentive, crashing her Honda Civic into a VW Cabriolet.
The Civic was doing highway speeds and the force of the impact pushed the VW into a Ford pickup truck, which then hit the next vehicle in line, a Chevy Cobalt. The vehicles were strewn across the interstate and off the road.
The 32-year-old driver of the VW was taken to North Memorial Hospital in critical condition. She passed away early Wednesday morning. She was from Hugo. According to the State Patrol, three other people involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.
Interstate 35 northbound was shut down for three hours due to the crash. The accident is under investigation. Alcohol does not seems to be a factor in the crash.
Minnesota Car Accident Attorney
The time after a car accident is so stressful. It is difficult to function, much less make critical decisions. It is vital to contact legal representation quickly so that evidence can be preserved, eye witnesses interviewed, and a persuasive case put together. Our partners have years of experience handling car accident cases and wrongful death cases, with great success. We will do the paperwork, contact the insurance companies, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our online form.
TSR Injury Law cares about people. We represent victims of motorcycle accidents, car accidents, and truck accidents from Albert Lea to Aitkin, from Rochester to Duluth, and from St. Peter to International Falls.
There were a number of accidents around the state this weekend.
There was a fatal motorcycle crash in Rochester, on Sunday. A Ford Windstar and a Honda Goldwing were going south on Hwy 63. The Honda motorcycle rear-ended the minivan, killing the motorcycle driver and passenger. The driver and passenger in the van sustained non life-threatening injuries.
A Chevy Tahoe was stopped at a stoplight in St. Peter when they were rear-ended by a dump truck. Both drivers were treated and released.
A Buick and a Yamaha motorcycle were northbound on Hwy 169, near Aitkin. The Buick slowed to make a left turn and was rear-ended by the motorcycle. The driver of the Buick sustained non life-threatening injuries.
Motor vehicle accidents are a tragedy — for those on the motorcycles, for those in the cars or trucks, for eyewitnesses, and for the families involved. If your family has been touched by a motorcycle or motor vehicle crash, we will listen, offer support, and seek justice on your behalf. Our attorneys have years of experience handling motorcycle crashes and car and truck crashes. Our partners are consistently voted Super Lawyers by Minnesota Law & Politics.
Let us do the work.
We will take care of the paperwork, handle the insurance companies, and file your claim.
A four-car crash, on Hwy 8 near Chisago City, left a 34-year-old woman dead. There were 9 people in the four vehicles. The other 8 occupants suffered minor injuries.
There were 3 vehicles waiting at a signal light on Hwy 8 at Johnson Lane. When the light turned green, they started to accelerate when they were rear-ended by a fourth vehicle, a 2000 Buick Century. According to the State Patrol, the fourth vehicle was traveling at highway speed.
The accident is under investigation. It did not appear to be alcohol-related.
Overall, the Labor Day weekend was relatively safe. The Minnesota State Patrol said that this was the only fatal accident this weekend. It was a significant drop from the 14 people killed in car crashes over Memorial Day weekend.
Minnesota Car Accident Attorney
Our Minnesota Car Accident Attorneys are dedicated to pursuing justice for victims of car collisions. If your family has suffered spinal injuries, brain injuries, or even wrongful death, you need legal representation to optimize the insurance compensation. It is important to be checked by a doctor if you have been rear-ended at high speed even if you feel like you are not injured. In some cases the soft tissue injuries are not felt for a few days. For more information call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A Longville man was killed Friday when he was ejected from the truck his son was driving.
Michael Reynolds, 49, was driving on County Road 11, near MN Highway 84, when he veered, lost control, and flipped his vehicle. His father, Marvin Reynolds, 72, was thrown from the front passenger seat. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Michael and Elizabeth Reynolds, his 70-year-old mother, were transported to St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd. Their condition is unknown.
The Minnesota State Patrol and Cass County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the accident.
Minnesota Truck Accident Attorney
Our Minnesota Truck Accident Attorneys are skilled, compassionate litigators. If you have been in a Minnesota truck accident, you need representation when dealing with the insurance companies. Insurance companies are in business to make a profit. They will not automatically settle your claim at the maximum allowed. Our attorneys will handle your Minnesota truck accident case discreetly. We will handle all of the negotiations with the insurance company and file a claim, if necessary. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A Bloomington Motorcycle police officer was responding to car accident report at 3 p.m, when he crashed into another motorcycle at 98th Street and Grand Avenue. Both motorcyclist sustained injuries.
The police officer, Sgt. Charles Gollop, was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center with head injuries, multiple fractures, and possibly a punctured lung. The other driver, David McArthur of Bloomington, was treated at Fairview Southdale and released. The collision is being investigated.
Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Attorney
The medical expenses of a motorcycle accident add up quickly. The expenses may include surgeries, long hospital stays, physical therapy, and loss of income. Additionally, when a brain injury is sustained, it can takes months or even years to recover. Our Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Attorneys are skilled, persuasive litigators. We will seek compensation for your injuries. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free contact form.
Tragedy struck 2 workers who were contracted to wash windows for Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, in St. Louis Park. The two window washers were on their scaffolding, three floors up, near the emergency room entrance, when the scaffolding fell. One man was pronounced dead at the scene the second worker is in serious condition at Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis.
A spokesman for the hospital was not sure if the men had been wearing safety gear. The company the men worked for declined making a statement. Investigators and OSHA were called to the scene. Names have not been released.
Third Party Liability Claim
In a situation like this, it is probably in the best interests of the victims to pursue third party liability claims. Third party liability claims are intricate; therefore, you need experienced legal council to protect your rights and secure fair compensation.
This tragedy falls under two categories of third party liability claims:
injured on the job while working on property belonging to someone other than your employer
injured at work due to a defective product or piece of equipment
Prompt attention is imperative to ensure evidence is secured. You have to adhere to strict guidelines or your claim could be jeopardized. Call TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form. We know the law and we have a reputation for obtaining excellent settlements in third party liability cases, including a recent $1.9 million verdict.
Bloomington, Minn. (PRWEB) September 2, 2009 — Rich Ruohonen, TSR Injury Law partner and Minnesota Super Lawyer, represented a woman named Sabina Babaca for injuries suffered in a car crash near Barron, Wisconsin, on October 7, 2005.
According to court records, Babaca was a passenger in her husband’s vehicle being driven on Highway 8. Her husband attempted to pass a vehicle, in a legal passing zone. A truck pulled out onto the highway into his path causing an immediate collision.
Ms. Babaca had to be extricated by emergency personnel. It is on record that she suffered a left radial arm fracture requiring open reduction internal fixation with the use of a plate and 6 screws. The fracture caused a mild radial nerve injury resulting in ongoing pain. She also sustained a shoulder soft tissue injury on the same side.
The record reflects that Babaca incurred approximately $100,000 in medical bills and wage loss, most of which were paid by no-fault. The defendant offered $85,000 to settle this case prior to trial. The offer was declined by Babaca and Ruohonen, sending the case to trial. (Sabina Babaca v. Adam’s Automotive, Inc., David Adams and Erie Insurance Exchange, Case No. 08 CV 23)
The defendant’s insurance company, Erie Insurance, hired an accident reconstruction expert to testify at trial. Court records show that during cross examination, Ruohonen was able to get the following strategic admissions from this expert:
that Mr. Babaca was not speeding at the time of the collision
that by the time Adams pulled out it was too late for Mr. Babaca to stop to avoid the collision
that Mr. Adam’s was not fully in the lane upon impact (demonstrating Mr. Adams had just pulled out at the time of the collision)
Rich Ruohonen, with co-counsel Mark Yira of Yira Law Offices, pointed out numerous different medical records, photographs of bruising, and other injury evidence supporting ongoing pain. Additionally, the doctor who did the initial surgery at Eau Claire Hospital, Dr. Leland Meyer, and an ongoing pain management doctor, Dr. Paul Biewen, testified on behalf of Ms. Babaca.
It is on record that the jury found 75% fault on Adams and 25% fault on Mr. Babaca. The jury awarded $80,723.71 in past medical expenses, $19,440 in past wages, $80,000 in past pain and suffering, and $36,800 in future medical expenses. The total verdict was $216,163.71. Erie Insurance paid $162,122.7 (75% of the verdict) plus an additional amount for costs and interest owed.
The total paid was approximately double the final offer made by Erie Insurance prior to trial. This is believed to be one of the largest Plaintiff’s verdicts in Barron County, Wisconsin in several years.
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Last Thursday, in Hugo, a semi truck rear ended a minivan killing 2 of the 3 occupants. Carolyn Anderson, 59, stopped to make a left turn at 159th Street when her van was hit by the semi truck driven by Seth Strehler, 32, of Rockford, Minnesota. Carolyn died at the scene. Her 88-year-old aunt, Rose Bongiovanni, of St. Paul, was taken to Regions Hospital, where she later died. Minnesota State Patrol said that with all of the new development in the area cross traffic has increased. It is vital for drivers to be alert and slow down.
Saturday, in Carver County, a three-vehicle fatal accident took the lives of two people and injured four others, including 3 children. Two of the three drivers died in the chain reaction semi truck crash, Sandra Babatz, 45, of Norwood Young America, and Juan Overa, 35 of Sullivan, Texas.
Semi truck driver Gordon Curtiss, 52, of Hutchinson, was traveling east on Highway 212 in a 2007 Kenworth semi truck. Sandra Babatz was also going east driving a 2003 Pontiac Vibe. Highway 212 is just two lanes at that point, Babatz stopped on the highway to make a left turn off the highway, onto CR 51 going north. Babatz was rear ended by Curtiss and pushed into the other lane of traffic. She was broadsided by a 1999 Chevrolet pickup truck driven by Olvera.
Both of these accidents highlight the need for more attentiveness to driving, especially on two-lane highways. If either of these accidents happened because of negligence on the part of the semi truck driver, a trustee can be named by the courts and wrongful death claims can be filed.
Acts of negligence:
driver negligence which includes texting while driving, dialing cellphone, eating, driving while tired
equipment violations
negligent hiring which means a trucking company may have hired an unqualified driver
over hours
Wrongful Death
Wrongful death is when a person is killed as the result of a negligent act by another. In Minnesota, wrongful death claims are brought by a trustee. A trustee is court appointed, usually a family member who was close to the decedent. They are appointed to represent the interests of the heirs.
The heirs may be entitled to damages. Wrongful death damages may include compensation for:
loss of wages
loss of companionship
funeral and burial expenses
medical expenses
In some wrongful death cases, punitive damages may be recovered. To recover punitive damages one must prove that the negligent party acted with reckless disregard for the safety and rights of others.
Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney
At the time of the accident, you lost a loved one and your world crumbled and changed forever. You need someone to help carry the load. Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen will do that for you. We will help you maneuver the legal system, do all of the paperwork, research and access all of the insurance policies available, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Another fatal crash involving a semi truck in Minnesota. This accident happened on MN Hwy 212 at CR 51, near Norwood Young America, Carver County.
The accident involved a semi truck and 2 other vehicles. A car was turning left and was rear-ended by a semi truck. The car was forced into the oncoming traffic, broadsiding a pick-up truck from Texas. The driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene and the driver of the truck died en route to the hospital. Four other people were critically injured. The driver of the semi truck was not injured.
The names of the victims have been released. The driver of the car was Sandra Babatz, 45, of Norwood Young America. The driver of the pick-up truck was Juan Olvera, 35, of Sullivan, Texas. The four injured are Nancy Castillo, 29, Narely Olvera, 9, Andira Olvera, 8, and Galylea, Olvera, 7, all of Bird Island.
You cannot take back a negligent, inattentive moment of driving. Life is forever changed for many people, many families, many communities. The ripple effect is extensive. This is the second fatal semi truck accident in Minnesota this weekend. Both accidents happened when vehicles were turning left and each time a semi truck crashed into them, killing the drivers instantly.
Minnesota Semi Truck Accidents
Commercial truck drivers are responsible for safely operating and maintaining their vehicles. They owe it to the public to use reasonable care when on the road. That includes knowing the laws and obeying them — putting safety above time constraints. One law that is being ignored is about texting while driving. It is against the law and negligent to do so.
If a truck driver is guilty of negligence, there is a greater possibility of a serious accident. A semi truck driver found to be negligent in an accident can be held legally liable for injuries and damages.
Other drivers need to use care when driving near a semi truck. Remember these guidelines:
Do not follow too closely. The semi truck driver cannot see you.
Do not drive in the semi truck’s no zones / blind spots.
Use caution when passing a semi truck.
Minnesota Semi Truck Accident Attorney
There are many laws that govern the semi truck industry. If you have been involved in a semi truck accident, you need knowledgeable representation in order to protect your rights and recover adequate compensation. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free contact form.
A 13-year-old Coon Rapids boy was hit while riding his bicycle Friday night, about 7 p.m. He was at the intersection of Foley and Northdale Blvd, near the crosswalk, when he was hit by a northbound car. He was not wearing a helmet.
He was taken to the Mercy Hospital, listed in critical condition. The boy’s name has not been released.
There were many witnesses to the accident. Coon Rapids police are still investigating the accident.
Bicycle Safety
Bicyclists need to be on the alert at all times. They need to know the laws, because so many motor vehicle drivers do not respect a bicyclist and their right to be on the road. Bicycle accidents happen when:
Vehicle drivers ignore the bicyclist and turns directly in front of the cyclist.
Vehicle drivers enter the street from a driveway or parking spot without observing or yielding to the bicyclist.
A vehicle driver is inattentive and unobservant; possibly texting.
A driver is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
A driver fails to yield the right of way to a bicyclist at an intersection.
Tragedy struck again in Hugo on Thursday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, 59-year-old Carolyn Anderson was stopped on Hwy 61, near Hugo, waiting to turn left, when she was rear-ended by a semi truck. Ms. Anderson died at the scene and an 88-year-old passenger, Rose Bongiovanni, died after being taken to Regions Hospital. A third person in the minivan, Marlene Wanner, 72, is in critical condition at Regions Hospital.
Hwy 61 was closed, in both directions, for three hours. The impact pushed the van into the ditch and the semi truck was angled across the highway. It is still too early to tell if the accident was driver negligence, mechanical malfunction, or speed-related.
The 32-year-old semi truck driver was not injured. He had a clean driving record. The accident is under investigation and charges may be filed.
About Semi Truck Accidents
There are many factors that contribute to semi truck accidents, including driver fatigue, speed, excessive freight, and now all too often truck drivers are texting and driving. Truck drivers are not able to maneuver as quickly or stop as quickly as smaller vehicles, which can contribute to many semi truck accidents.
Under Minnesota law, a semi truck accident is different than a car accident. Truck drivers and the companies they drive for have strict state and federal regulations they must follow. They are required to keep log books, time sheets, truck maintenance records, and inspection records. These records are checked in every semi truck accident and may be crucial to a claim based on the driver’s lack of alertness or fatigue problems.
Additional factors that impact a accident claim involving semi trucks:
Trucking companies are required to perform background checks prior to hiring drivers.
Trucking companies are required to do periodic evaluations on their truck drivers to ascertain that their skills and abilities meet state standards.
Truck drivers are limited on the number of hours that they can drive in a 24-hour period and during a 7-day period.
Truck drivers are tested regularly, and randomly, for drugs and alcohol.
Laws require semi trucks to carry higher amounts of insurance coverage.
In a semi truck accident, any violation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation Act adds weight to the case, providing the basis for establishing fault and proving liability on the part of the truck driver and the trucking company.
TSR Injury Law, or you may know us as Terry, Slane & Ruohonen, has a stellar reputation in Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. We receive many cases by referral from past clients and from other attorneys — that speaks highly of our integrity and ability. We have an excellent staff of seasoned veterans ready to serve you and win justice in your case.
It was no ordinary Sunday afternoon drive on Cedar Avenue for five drivers. There was a five-car, chain reaction accident in Lakeville, Minnesota. The pile-up happened at Cedar Avenue, near 170th, about 5 p.m.
There were some non life-threatening injuries, with the victims taken to the hospital by ambulance.
Minnesota Car Accident Attorney
Chain reaction car crashes can occur for many different reasons, including:
driver inattention
eating while driving
talking on a cell phone while driving
mechanical failure
If you have been rear-ended, you may suffer from back and neck pain. These symptoms will often worsen several days after the accident. It is vital that you not sign anything or give a verbal statement to the insurance company following an accident. You should seek medical treatment and contact a Minnesota Car Accident Attorney to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
At 12:15 a.m. Sunday morning, St. Paul police started clearing lots where racers had been gathered. Most of the racers left peacefully, but a 20-year-old woman sped away. She ran a red light, crashing into a vehicle at University and Vandalia Street. The 39-year-old St. Paul man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The woman sustained minor injuries. Police spokesman Sgt. Paul Schnell said that the suspect did not show signs of alcohol impairment. She was booked into the Ramsey County jail on suspicion of criminal vehicular operation.
Investigators are reconstructing the accident to determine the speed at the time of impact.
There was a hit and run car crash in Apple Valley. The Apple Valley Police responded to the call from the victim of the hit and run. When they tried to stop the suspect, he took off.
During the chase, the Lakeville Police took over the pursuit, which eventually ended in a crash with the squad car, a Lakeville K-9 unit, and the fleeing vehicle. The road surrounding the accident was closed for four hours.
The three-car crash happened near the intersection of Cedar Avenue and 210th St. SW in Lakeville, at about 5:30 p.m., on Saturday evening. One of the squad cars was demolished and 2 officers sustained minor injuries. The 26 year-old driver was apprehended and taken to Regions Hospital to be treated for non life-threatening injuries.
Four people were killed in a crash involving a car, a semi truck, and a minivan. The accident happened Wednesday, about 2:30 p.m, near Albert Lea.
A woman driving a Toyota sedan swerved and hit a semi truck head-on, which caused the semi truck to lose control and swerve into oncoming traffic. The semi truck hit a Honda minivan head-on. The driver of the Toyota was pronounced dead at the scene and 3 of the 4 occupants of the minivan were killed. The truck driver did not sustain serious injury.
The accident occurred on Interstate 90, near Hwy 13, where the highway is under construction and traffic flow is down to two lanes. Rain had been heavy just prior to the accident, but the Minnesota State Patrol does not think weather was a factor.
MN DOT closed the interstate near the crash site while crews cleaned up. A reconstruction team was called in to determine what happened.
A 19 year-old male was killed when a Humvee, driven by a drunk driver, crossed into his lane and hit him head-on, near Opole, Minnesota, in Stearns County. The teen was pronounced dead at the scene.
The collision happened on Sunday night, about 10:30 p.m., on County Road 17. The driver of the Humvee, a 29 year-old, was intoxicated. He is being held in the Stearns County Jail on criminal vehicular operation charges. A passenger in the Humvee was also jailed for failing to cooperate with authorities.
Chief Deputy Bruce Bechtold related that the teen was on his way home from his job in St. Cloud. The victim’s identity is still being withheld. The drunk driving crash is under investigation by the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office and the Minnesota State Patrol.
Circus Juventas Grand Finale: The Bleachers Collapse
The circus turned into a nightmare when the circus bleachers collapsed about 10 p.m. on Sunday evening at the Circus Juventas event, in Highland Park area, according to St. Paul Police.
There were about 400 people on the bleacher when it collapsed. Sgt. Paul Schnell reported that there were multiple injuries, many people suffered broken bones. At this time, none of the injuries appear to be life-threatening.
Circus Juventas is a performing arts circus school for youth between the ages of 3 and 21. It is based in St. Paul, at 1270 Montreal Avenue.
The St. Paul Police have arrested 2 men in connection with an alleged hit and run incident that took place late Wednesday night near Victoria Street and Edmund Avenue, St. Paul. The 2 men arrested appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
One of the men was driving an SUV that ran a stop sign and t-boned a vehicle with four people inside, including a 7 year-old boy and a pregnant woman. According to Sgt. Paul Schnell, the police are still investigating which of the men was driving at the time of the accident.
All four people in the car were taken to Regions Hospital where the seriously injured 23 year-old pregnant woman delivered a baby girl, by Caesarian section. The infant was taken to Children’s Hospital. The mother is expected to survive her injuries.
A 17-foot power boat t-boned a boat carrying eight passengers from New Mexico. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s office said that the driver, John Harstad, 46, of Eden Prairie, is suspected of being drunk at the time.
The collision threw five of the eight passengers into Cass Lake, in northern Minnesota. All five of the people thrown into the lake were wearing life jackets. Two of the five were injured. People nearby pulled the victims out of the water.
The collision happened Sunday, about 8 p.m. The crash threw Harstad to the deck of his boat. According to Chief Deputy Mike Bakke, the boat then spun in circles until he was able to get it back under control. Harstad sustained head and chest injuries and was airlifted to St. Luke’s in Duluth. He is in fair condition.
The State of Minnesota filed a lawsuit in Hennepin County, Wednesday, against URS Corporation, the state’s I-35 bridge consultant. The suit alleges negligence and breach of contract by URS because they failed to inspect, analyze and evaluate the span’s soundness. In the suit, the state is also asking for URS to reimburse the state more than $37 million in payments made from special victim’s compensation funds and any damages the state may have to pay Progressive Contractors Inc., the construction company that was working on the bridge.
The state alleges that the URS contract specifically required the company to develop tension and compression failure criteria for the bridge’s many components — including the steel gusset plates — using data from how they were supposed to be designed.
URS Corp. is a San Francisco based firm, that had assured the state of its expertise in assessing the need for repairs and the best way to go about doing the repairs. Furthermore, in 2005, URS reported to the state that if “gusset plate buckling occurs, it will not be catastrophic.” In a communication from the corporation in 2006, they told MN-DOT that they would not calculate actual capacities of all of the connections even though that would provide the most accurate results. They said it would be too much work. They proposed to do some approximate but conservative adjustments to the member capacities per design specifications.
The National Transportation Safety Board report, from November 2008, stated that the gusset plates installed when the bridge was built in the 1960s were too thin, and the failure of the plates was a probable cause when the bridge collapsed. The board also stated that findings had pointed to both the bridge’s original flawed design and the spacing of construction materials on the bridge as causes for the collapse.
This information is provided by TSR Injury Law, a premier personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. Our attorneys were part of the 35W Bridge Collapse Pro Bono Consortium and are now handling six of the personal injury lawsuits from the disaster. For more information call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A 46-year-old man was backing out of a driveway in Brooklyn Park when he struck a grandmother, 49, pushing her grandchild in a stroller. The grandmother died en route to North Memorial Medical Center. The 1 year-old grandchild was not injured.
The accident happened in the 2800 block of 94th Avenue N. The man was taken to Brooklyn Park police station for drug and alcohol testing. He is cooperating with police. Brooklyn Park police captain Greg Roehl said that no charges will likely be filed against the driver.
Minnesota Pedestrian Accident Attorney
Pedestrian accidents are very sobering. A defenseless person against a motor vehicle — everyone loses, many lives are changed. A Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer, from TSR Injury Law, will help you through the legal maze. We will handle the bills, dealings with the insurance companies, all of the paperwork, and file your claim. Our partners are skilled litigators with a reputation for large settlements. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
MRI machine falls and traps the installer, at Twin Cities Orthopedics. The 43-year-old man was airlifted to HCMC and is expected to survive. He sustained chest, abdomen, hip, and leg injuries.
The man was installing a new, 2-3 ton MRI machine for the facility, when it fell and trapped him. It took the Fire Department nearly an hour to get the machine moved, using air bags and blocks.
Minnesota Third Party Liability Attorney
Many times when an employee gets injured on the job, a third party liability claim can be filed to access more insurance to compensate for pain and suffering. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience with work place injury claims. We have recovered millions for our clients. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Tuesday morning there was a head-on collision on County Road 6 and Game Farm Road, in Independence, Minnesota, leaving 3 dead at the scene. A juvenile was airlifted to North Memorial, and died shortly after arrival.
The accident involved an SUV and a garbage truck. One of the vehicles crossed the center line, hitting the other vehicle. The State Patrol, Minnesota Crime Lab, and Medical Examiner were all at the scene. The accident is still under investigation.
White Bear Lake: State Patrol reported a semi-trailer truck and car accident on County Road E and Century Avenue, Tuesday morning at 8:20 a.m. A 13-year-old in the compact car sustained critical head injuries and was taken to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. The 16-year-old driver of the compact car and another passenger, 16, were slightly injured. There is no report on the condition of the truck driver.
The State Patrol is investigating the accident.
Minnesota Truck Accident and Brain Injury Attorney
Car Crash on Hwy 10: According to Sherburne County Sheriff’s Department, there was a head-on collision on Hwy 10 Monday morning. A 21-year-old driver was dead at the scene.
The 21-year-old was driving a car heading east on Hwy 10 when it crossed the median and collided with a westbound pick-up truck driven by a 27-year-old woman. The woman’s 7-year-old daughter was a passenger in the pick-up truck. The woman and her daughter were taken to the hospital. The mother is in critical condition and the daughter sustained non life-treatening injuries.
The accident is under investigation by the Sheriff’s Departmenta and the State Patrol.
It is vital to contact a lawyer immediately following a car accident. They will help you access the best insurance policy and subsequently you will receive the optimum compensation. Our Minnesota Car Accident Attorneys will answer your questions, handle the paperwork, interact with the insurance company and your doctors, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A school bus went into the ditch after the driver lost consciousness Tuesday afternoon. There were 38 children on the bus and 11 adult chaperons. The group was from Rice Lake Elementary School, Fridley. They were on their way home from a swimming trip to Bunker Beach, in Coon Rapids.
According to Maple Grove Police, the driver slumped over and the bus went off the road on County Road 121, north of County Road 81. The bus ended up in a wooded area.
The driver was taken to North Memorial Hospital. Her condition is still unknown. Nearly a dozen of the children sustained minor injuries.
In a situation like this, it is still important to have the children checked by a doctor to verify that they do not have a concussion or any other head trauma. If you have questions about your rights in a school bus accident injury, contact a Personal Injury Attorney from TSR Injury Law. Our partners are skilled, compassionate lawyers with years of experience. We will answer your questions and inform you of your legal options. Call 612-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
There was a semi truck / car accident today near Albertville, Minnesota. A tanker truck rolled over into the median on Interstate 94 about 11 a.m. The driver of the truck was maneuvering the truck to avoid hitting a car making an illegal U-turn, when his truck rolled over, leaking fuel all over the highway.
State Patrol Lt. Matt Langer reported that I-94, in both directions, will be closed for hours and thousands of vehicles will be redirected while crews take care of the clean up. The fuel was removed from the tanker by 6 p.m.
Two people sustained minor injuries. The driver of the car may be cited for the illegal U-turn.
Truck Accident Anoka County: There was a three vehicle accident involving a semi tractor trailer truck. It happened shortly after 2 p.m. on southbound 35W near Lexington Ave. exit, according to State Patrol. The semi truck rolled over into the median. The driver of the semi truck was pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of the two cars involved sustained minor injuries.
One lane of traffic was blocked going south and traffic was backed-up for miles in both directions.
Two kids were hit by a pick-up truck at 114th and Winnetka, in Champlin, Minnesota. The kids were in the crosswalk at a 4-way stop intersection. The state patrol is investigating the pedestrian / truck accident.
The accident happened around 7 p.m., Wednesday evening. One of the victims was taken to North Memorial Medical Center, Robbinsdale, with serious injuries. The other victim suffered minor injuries.
The driver of the truck stopped and was cooperating with the police. No alcohol was evident at the scene.
Minnesota Pedestrian Accident Attorney
If your family has been impacted by a pedestrian accident, you need legal advice to ensure your rights are protected. Our Minnesota Pedestrian Accident Attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience in personal injury law. We will research your accident, handle all of your paperwork, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The 4th of July weekend started with 2 fatalities in a car crash in Olmsted County on Friday, at 3:30 p.m.
60 year-old Steven Friese, of Minnesota City, and 67 year-old Fay Friese, of Arcadia, Wisconsin were traveling west on Highway 14 when they were hit and killed by a car heading north on County Rd 7 and driven by 29 year-old Jason Benton, of Plainview, Minnesota.
The driver of the car and 2 passengers in Friese’s van suffered minor injuries. The accident is under investigation.
What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?
To file a wrongful death lawsuit, the victim has to have died as a result of negligence on the part of the person to be sued. Wrongful death laws allow for the beneficiaries of the victim to be awarded monetary damages because of the negligence.
A wrongful death claim has to meet four criteria:
the death of the victim was determined to be more than 50% the fault of another
in addition to being at fault, the other person was negligent
there are surviving beneficiaries or dependents
monetary damages resulted from the victim’s death
A Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney can answer questions about the validity of your Minnesota wrongful death case, handle all of the paperwork, and file your claim.
In an effort to NOT repeat the Memorial Day accident statistics, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety announced on Thursday that State Patrols will be prolific and diligent this weekend — against drunk drivers. The department will conduct Operation NightCAP (night time concentrated alcohol patrol) in a thirteen county area: Anoka, Blue Earth, Crow Wing, Dakota, Hennepin, Itasca, Ramsey, Rice, St. Louis, Sherburne, Stearns, Washington, and Wright. (They will also crack down on seat belt violations. Citations may now be issued even if there are no other violation.)
Last 4th of July weekend, 70% of the deaths were alcohol-related. There were nearly 2,000 arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Operation NightCAP was very effective last year, issuing nearly 150 seatbelt citations and nearly 200 DWI arrests.
TSR Injury Law and MADD Minnesota applaud this additional effort taken to prevent a deadly weekend. Founding partner, Steve Terry, and MADD Minnesota Executive Director, Jean Mulvey, filmed a PSA commercial that will be airing this weekend. It is addresses the issue of drunk driving and the importance of a designated driver.
A Star Tribune delivery truck was broadsided by a Geo Prism, that ran a red light, early Monday morning. It happened at Washington Avenue North and 10th Avenue North, just around the corner from the distribution center.
The driver of the Prism tried to flee the scene, but was found and arrested under suspicion of driving under the influence. One person in the car was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center with serious injuries. The truck driver was not injured.
Sgt. Jesse Garcia of the Minneapolis Police Department said, “A drunk driver went through a red light and basically caused this accident.” The driver was identified. “He does have some priors, and he does have some alcohol-related charges on his driving record,” said Garcia. “So, you know, it sounds like someone that has issues with alcohol.”
A Loretto semi-trailer truck repair business had a blast Monday morning. A 20’ high hole was blown out of the side of the facility in an explosion, sending three employees to North Memorial Medical Center, Robbinsdale, with minor injuries.
According to Medina Police Chief Ed Belland, the workplace accident happened when employees, at Gary’s Diesel Service, attempted to remove the top from a 1,000 gallon fuel tank. The explosion happened at about 11:30 a.m. Monday morning. The building then caught on fire. Firefighters from Loretto, Maple Plain, and Hanover responded to the call and were able to put the blaze out quickly.
There are special safety standards in place for workplaces that have explosive atmospheres. The proper precautionary measures must be up-to-date in addressing the prevention and control of workplace explosions. OSHA, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, has regulations set in place for work environments that contain potentially reactive chemicals.
Workplace Safety
Employees trust that their work place will be a safe work environment. However, accidents do happen, and they can be very dangerous. Material safety data sheets must be posted in the area that contains the explosive products. A list of safety procedures to follow in the event of a chemical mishap must also be posted. The correct fire extinguishers visibly at hand, too. Should the workplace be in violation of these standards, it is at risk of being punished by OSHA.
A husband and wife were crossing a street in Fond du Lac about 7 a.m., Thursday morning, when they were struck by an SUV that was driven by a 30-year-old Fond du Lac woman.
67-year-old Carolyn Muckerheide, of St. Cloud, Minnesota, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her 74-year-old husband, Eugene, was stabilized at the scene and flown to Theda Clark Medical Center for medical treatment for his serious injuries.
The driver of the SUV and her 2-year-old son were not injured in the accident. Police are continuing to investigate the accident.
There are many complicated legal issues involved in a pedestrian accident. It is critical for you to seek experienced legal representation. The accident needs to be investigated and evidence preserved. This is especially true if it is a matter of wrongful death. Even if the pedestrian was partially at fault in the accident, you may be able to pursue a claim for damages.
This weekend there were two more car crashes involving HCMC ambulances — on the heels of an ambulance accident last weekend where a pedestrian was killed. These two crashes were within minutes of each other. The second ambulance was responding to the first ambulance crash when it was hit by a drunk driver.
The first accident happened in North Minneapolis. The ambulance had its lights and siren going. A taxi cab failed to yield at the corner of Lyndale Avenue and Highway 55; the ambulance crashed into it. The cab driver was sited for failing to yield to an emergency vehicle.
The call was made that an ambulance was needed to take the taxi driver and his two passengers to the hospital, one passenger in serious condition. As the ambulance was driving to the accident, it was hit by a drunk driver, in a minivan, with no headlights on. The driver was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.
In total eight people were involved in the two accidents. The four paramedics sustained minor injuries, two people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and one woman is still in serious condition at HCMC.
There are many complexities in Minnesota insurance laws. It is in your best interests to contact an experienced Minnesota Car Accident & Ambulance Crash Attorney. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators. We know Minnesota law. We know insurance. We will fight for compensation for you. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
It continues to be a deadly weekend in the Twin Cities. Police are now investigating a St. Paul accident that occurred on Saturday morning. Officers and paramedics were called to Payne Avenue and Parkway Drive after someone reported an SUV / car accident.
The 19 year-old driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. The name of the driver is not being released pending family notification. The female driver of the SUV sustained serious injuries and was taken to Regions Hospital. The male passenger suffered minor injuries and was also taken to Regions Hospital.
Witnesses reported that the car was traveling at a high rate of speed as it entered the intersection, after failing to stop at the stop sign. The SUV had just stopped at the stop sign and proceeded to make a left turn onto Payne Avenue when it was struck by the car. There were no obvious signs of drugs or alcohol use involved in the car crash, according to police spokesman, Paul Schnell.
Vickie Lynn Kopka, 41, of East Bethel woman, was killed in crash on Hwy. 65. Her vehicle was struck by an SUV as she turned left onto Sims Road. There is a light at that intersection. It is not known which vehicle had the green light.
According to the Anoka county Sheriff’s Office, witnesses reported that Kopka was northbound and tried to turn left when the southbound SUV struck her vehicle. She was killed instantly in the crash. The 44 year-old male driver and 48 year-old female passenger were taken to Mercy Hospital, Coon Rapids. Their injuries appeared to be not life-threatening.
The SUV / car accident will continue to be investigated by the Sheriff’s Department and the Minnesota State Patrol.
Jean Matzke, 70, was walking her dog east on the sidewalk along 5th Street. As she went to cross Sibley Street, toward Mears Park, she was struck by a garbage truck turning left from 5th Street north onto Sibley. She was struck in the crosswalk at 5:53 a.m. Friday morning.
Jean Matzke was known and loved by a wide variety of people. Most recently, she has been known in the neighborhood as a dog walker and a dog lover. Two years ago she adopted an injured boxer. She formerly owned an art gallery in St. Cloud, was an instructor at St. Benedict’s, and was a top textile artist in Minnesota. She earned many accolades for her textiles.
A full investigation is under way and could take 4-6 weeks, according to police spokesman Sgt. Paul Schnell. The accident occurred 30 minutes after sunrise and that may have played a factor. Many times drivers, going east, are blinded by the sun. Officer Schnell said the driver was obviously distraught. The garbage truck driver was tested for drugs and alcohol, but showed no signs of impairment. He had a green light. It is unclear whether Ms. Matzke had the “walk” light.
In a crash involving a 60,000 pound garbage truck, no one comes out unscathed. A pedestrian accident with a garbage truck is the worst case scenario. The losses are staggering, impacting many people through the ripple effect:
2 lives changed — one lost, one bruised and frightened
2 families hurt and grieving
2 communities hurt and grieving
Minnesota Garbage Truck Accident Attorney
If your family has been impacted by a garbage truck accident, seek legal consultation. You have options. A Garbage Truck Accident Attorney, at TSR Injury Law, can give advice, handle the paperwork, and file your claim. Our partners are skilled, aggressive, trial-tested litigators with years of experience with garbage truck accidents, car accidents, and motorcycle accidents. They are consistently named Super Lawyers by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine and Law & Politics. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our online free consultation form.
New Brighton police and Ramsey County Water Patrol were called around 2:30 p.m., Wednesday afternoon about a possible drowning near a Long Lake beach. A 6-year-old-boy was unresponsive after being rescued from 8’ deep water.
The boy was found, by lifeguards, within minutes of being reported missing. He was given CPR and taken to Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare, in St. Paul, and is listed in critical condition. No further information is available at this time.
The boy was on a field trip with a group from Roseville schools. The beach was closed for the rest of the day. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
Minnesota Child Injury Attorney
Parents can be very trusting and naïve. Most parents assume that a school-sponsored event will be safe and have enough adult supervision. That obviously was not the case with this swimming outing. What when wrong? Who is responsible? Who will pay all of the medical bills? An experienced personal injury attorney will be able to help you through the legal maze.
If your child has been injured or assaulted while at school or a school-sponsored activity, contact the Minnesota child injury attorneys of TSR Injury Law today, at 612-362-0000, to discuss your legal rights and options or submit our free consultation form. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience handling child injury cases, car accident cases, dog bite cases, and drunk driving cases.
A 49 year-old man, working at Country Stone and Soil, a Lakeville, Minnesota company, died in a work-related accident Saturday. His name has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
The man was feeding mulch into a hopper leading into an auger assembly. The auger became clogged. While attempting to clear the clog, he fell into the auger and was killed. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The accident will continue to be investigated by a wide array of departments, including Dakota County Sheriff’s Office, the M.E., and work safety and health officials.
Product Liability Cases and Third Party Claims
We are saddened that these tragic accidents continue to happen at work. Unfortunately, these cases are quite common. There are safety rules that require guards so that a person can’t get too close to the moving parts. Some of these cases fall under product liability if the manufacturer did not provide adequate protective features and had previous complaints or injuries associated with that piece of equipment.
These cases are complicated. They are called third party liability cases. When you are hurt on the job, you cannot sue your employer. The exclusive remedy against the employer is workers compensation. However, you can sue a “third party” that caused the injury.
In these cases, we will investigate if any third party did anything to cause the injury. That could be the product manufacturer or a prior owner of the equipment that removed the safety guards, etc. It is very important to get legal representation involved quickly so that a thorough investigation is done before any evidence is compromised.
Minnesota Product Liability Attorney
TSR Injury Law is available to assist anyone who has suffered a job injury or has lost a family member in a workplace accident or a product liability accident, including third-party claims. Our partners are skilled, aggressive attorneys with years of experience and they are consistently named Super Lawyers and Top Lawyers by Law & Politics and Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine. Call 612-362-0000 for legal advise or submit our free consultation form.
This is a poignant example of the importance of job training, equipment safety features, and working in tandem when working with dangerous machinery.
A motorcyclist was thrown over Hwy. 169 overpass in Shakopee, about 6 p.m., Friday. The driver was thrown over the guardrail from northbound Highway 169 and landed on Highway 101. This was confirmed by Scott County dispatch. The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the accident.
It is reported that the motorcyclist lost control of his motorcycle, was hit by a car, and flew over the guardrail, falling at least 15′ to the road below.The victim survived the crash and was taken by ambulance to an area hospital. His condition remains unknown, although he is expected to survive.
Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Attorney
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you need legal representation to ensure that you receive all the compensation available. Very often in motorcycle accident there is a traumatic brain injury involved. Sometimes the brain injury is not evident initially. We will review your medical records, handle all legal aspects of your case, including all of the paperwork and insurance claims. Call a Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Attorney at TSR Injury Law. Our partners are skilled litigators with years of experience in personal injury law and are consistently named Super Lawyers. Senior Partner, Steve Terry, is a Harley rider and knows how to best represent a motorcyclist. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A train accident was reported early Friday morning. A man was struck and killed by a northbound train east of downtown Cambridge, Minnesota, about 6:00 a.m. It happened near Hwy 95.
The name of the 29 year-old is being withheld pending relatives being notified. An eyewitness said there was at least one of the train cars off the tracks and the road was blocked for part of the morning.
It was a 64-car Union Pacific train that had departed Des Moines, Iowa at about 3:20 a.m. Cambridge was its final destination, said railway spokesman Tom Lang. It was reported that 47 of the cars were empty and none of the train cars were carrying any potentially hazardous cargo.
The pro bono suits with the State of Minnesota are wrapped up. On June 18th, 79 lawsuits were filed, on behalf of 93 victims of the 35W bridge collapse, against URS Corp., a global engineering company, and Progressive Contractors Inc., a local construction company. The lawsuits, claiming the two companies’ negligence led to the 35W bridge collapse, were served Wednesday by the victims, survivors, and relatives of those involved in the catastrophe.
This wave of lawsuits represents the largest litigation following the August 1, 2007, disaster, which killed 13 people and injured 145. More lawsuits are expected. These additional suits have caused some negative comments from the community, questioning how much people deserve. Below is a response from a struggling, broken-hearted wife:
As someone who lost their spouse on this bridge, I again feel compelled to respond to these [negative] comments and what I perceive as most readers ignorance. First of all, I am represented by the consortium and when they say pro bono, they mean pro bono! They have not asked for or taken one penny of our settlements from the state, so cut them a break, please. And when it comes to our loss and money, who are you guys to judge how much we deserve for our loss. You people who haven’t lost anyone in a sudden or tragic way. My husband left for work on the bridge that morning and never came home. Let me repeat that. HE NEVER CAME HOME! So lay off us victims and family members. Thank you for letting me have my say. ~ posted by moramomma, on the Minneapolis Star Tribune blog
URS, the engineering firm that inspected the bridge for MNDOT and PCI, the construction company that was working on the bridge deck at the time of the collapse, are being sued for alleged “wrongdoing”. The complaint further says that both companies “breached duties” to the public and Minnesota motorists. No dollar amounts have been disclosed, but it can be assumed it is in the tens to hundreds of millions.
The lawsuits are meritorious and supported by the finding of the National Transportation Safety Board. In November 2008, the NTSB reported that the bridge collapsed because the steel gusset plates were only half as thick as they should have been when the bridge was designed in the 1960s. The board also cited that the bridge was further stressed, and deemed as a factor, by the additional weight of construction equipment and materials placed on the bridge that day by PCI.
This information is provided by TSR Injury Law. Our attorneys were part of the 35W Bridge Collapse Pro Bono Consortium and are now handling six of the current 35W bridge collapse cases. For more information call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A Minneapolis woman, who may have been under the influence of alcohol, drove into a pedestrian and a Metro Transit bus shelter early Sunday morning. The pedestrian was taken to Hennepin County Medical Center with massive head injuries and probable traumatic brain injury.
The pedestrian has been identified as Christopher S. Iverson, 48. He was standing at a bus stop on East Lake Street at 39th Avenue just after midnight.
The driver, a 49-year-old Minneapolis woman, was taken to the Hennepin County jail on pending criminal vehicular injury charges. Police spokesman Sgt. William Palmer suspects this accident was alcohol related. The exact blood-alcohol concentration will not be available for a few weeks. The speed of the car has yet to be determined.
In 2008, a government study revealed that Minnesota has some of the most dismal drunk driving statistics in the United States. 23% of Minnesota drivers reported driving under the influence of alcohol in 2007 – the third highest percentage among all 50 states.
Drunk drivers in Minneapolis cause an unbelievable amount of pain and suffering, killing or injuring dozens of innocent people every year. The Minnesota Drunk Driving Attorneys of TSR Injury Law are dedicated to helping those who have been hurt – or who have seen their loved ones hurt – because of someone’s irresponsible decision to drink and drive.
Accidents involving pedestrians are often disputed by insurance carriers. Often the only witnesses are those involved in the accident. You need an investigator to inspect the scene of the accident for physical evidence that may help prove what happened. It is in your best interests to hire a lawyer as soon as possible. Successfully filing a Minnesota personal injury suit against the responsible party can win you compensation for:
TSR Injury Law was a member of the 35W Bridge Collapse Pro Bono Consortium.
We are now handling six personal injury cases from the bridge collapse disaster. These cases should go to trial in June.
It has been almost two years since the Interstate 35W bridge collapse and the bridge girders are still littering Bohemian Flats parkland in Minneapolis. The wreckage covers 7 acres of the park. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board would like them moved because it is costing them in lost revenue — $16,000 annually from a pay parking lot and $20,000 in fees from a private excursion boat company that cannot operate from the park.
There are lawsuits pending from 117 survivors and relatives of victims from the bridge collapse. They want — and need — the girders preserved in place. The waste land of steel is evidence that can be used to prove their cases for legal liability. The girders are arranged in a way that replicates their position before the collapse. They still have visual impact.
The court said MnDOT could move the wreckage, but the court is not willing to order the legal protection for the move that MnDOT was seeking.
If there is anyway we can help you through a personal injury, where someone else was responsible, call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Our attorneys are skilled, compassionate personal injury lawyers who will work aggressively to see justice done.
East Bethel has hopped on the wagon with Princeton and other small cities requiring caterers to have a permit to serve alcohol at private events. The new ordinance takes effect Friday, June 12th. They hope that it will keep a tighter rein on alcohol sales from illegitimate caterers at events.
“When there’s liquor involved, it behooves us to make sure our public safety people know,” said East Bethel City Administrator Doug Sell. “It’s also important for the city to know that the individuals serving alcohol are properly insured. Hopefully there’s not an issue but you would hope that they’re properly insured.”
“What they’re concerned about is that people will come in and put a bowl of Fritos out there and chip dip and use that as the excuse to sell food as a foot in the door to sell booze,” said East Bethel City Attorney Jerry Randall. “Cities want to make sure they are legitimate food service operators, not just a pretext to sell booze.”
Caterers are normally licensed by the state and hold liquor licenses in their home municipalities. In the past they have been able to sell liquor in another city without being subject to the same local liquor ordinances that apply to established bars and liquor stores. Now caterers will be required to pay a nominal fee and submit an application and show proof of:
valid, state-issued caterer’s permit
primary liquor license
current insurance policy
contract with a local customer
Violations could result in misdemeanor charges being filed.
Judith Henderson, a Golden Valley psychologist, has given up her license to practice after being accused of taking a patient shopping, traveling, dining, and theater excursions then billing the activities as therapy.
The Minnesota Board of Psychology says the 68-year-old charged more than $300,000 in fees to the patient over 10 years. Henderson does not admit or deny the allegations, but agreed to give up her license.
Ms. Henderson violated her professional relationship with the patient, the board stated, by extravagant socializing and then billing it as therapy. She allowed, and possibly encouraged, an inappropriate dependence by the patient.
Medical malpractice and abuse can take many forms. This abuse is unconscionable. It is taking advantage of a trusting, emotionally compromised person. The Medical Malpractice Attorneys of TSR Injury Law are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience in personal injury law. Our partners are consistently named Super Lawyers. We will help you evaluate your case and fight for justice. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Another deadly weekend in Minnesota. 16 people have died since the start of Memorial Day weekend.
A 28-year-old man from Mapleton, Chad Bergemann, was killed Thursday afternoon. The car he was traveling in was hit by a semi-truck near Mankato. The car was traveling north on Hwy 22, turned left at an intersection, was broadsided by a semi-truck. Neither driver was injured.
Deadly car accidents and motorcycle accidents are on the rise in Minnesota. 16 people have died since the start of Memorial Day weekend.
A 49-year-old Princeton man was killed when his motorcycle collided with a vehicle in Anoka County. The 20-year-old woman turned directly in front of him. This happened near Nowthen.
A motorcyclist died Friday about noon, in Golden Valley. He crashed his motorcycle into a guardrail on an off-ramp and flipped over the wall. The Minnesota State Patrol said that speed was a factor in this fatality.
The State Patrol said that because of the speed he was going he hit the wall and went flying, while the motorcycle continued down the ramp. The crash is under investigation; the motorcyclist has not been identified.
Contact Minnesota Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Motorcycle accidents are so devastating. You need someone to help you navigate the system and negotiate the best contract with the insurance company. The Motorcycle Accident Attorneys of TSR Injury Law are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience in Personal Injury Law. Call 612-362-0000 for a free consultation or submit our contact form.
A Buick Regal was eastbound on Interstate Highway 94, near Monticello, when it rolled over and ended up in the left lane. The driver got out of the car and then the Buick was hit from behind by a Honda Civic.
The driver of the Civic was not injured, but at least one of the persons in the Buick was killed. It has not been reported whether the driver, the passenger, or both were killed.
How would you like to be sitting in a bar and end up with an SUV on your lap? That is what happened at McHugh’s Grille and Bar in Savage, Minnesota, Scott Co at 5:40 pm, Thursday evening.
The driver crashed through the front entrance of the bar. One employee had minor injuries.
The police said the driver of the SUV was drunk. He was arrested and booked into the county jail. Charges are expected to be filed Friday.
A commercial waste management truck rolled over Harris Nyumah, a 5-year-old who came from Liberia 3 years ago, and killed him instantly. The garbage truck accident occurred at about 11 a.m., on Thursday morning, near the intersection of 51st Ave. N and Ewing Ave. N.
Harris had been playing outside. He darted after his ball as it rolled into the street. The garbage truck was backing up and the driver could not see the boy.
The boy died at the scene and his body was taken to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s office. The garbage truck accident is still under investigation. The driver of the garbage truck is cooperating fully with the investigation and is said to be devastated. “At this point, I don’t anticipate any charges, but things could always change,” Commander Mike Reynolds said.
MN Car Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 3 in Serious Condition
A 2004 Pontiac Aztek and a 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix were involved in a head-on collision Tuesday about 3 p.m.. The highway had to be closed for several hours. The state patrol said that the car heading north on Hwy 169 crossed into the southbound lanes, causing the car accident.
Eyewitnesses said at least one person was trapped inside one of the vehicles and had to be extracted. Two females and one male were taken to HCMC with serious injuries. A fourth person was pronounced dead at the scene.
In 2005, head-on car crashes accounted for only 2% of the accidents but 10% of the fatalities. The impact of a head-on car crash between two vehicles, each traveling at 50 m.p.h., is equivalent to hitting a stationary car at 100 m.p.h.
Minnesota Car Crash Attorneys are compassionate, skilled personal injury lawyers with years of experience in car crashes, including head-on collisions, truck and motorcycle accidents, and brain and spinal injuries. Our partners are Super Lawyers, Top Lawyers, and Chuck Slane has recently been named one of the Top 40 Personal Injury Lawyers in the state of Minnesota. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Boating Accident: Boat Flipped on the Mississippi River, 11 Hospitalized
May 24th: A 45′ boat, going 50-60 mph, flipped and ejected all 13 passengers — including 2 children. The accident took place on the Mississippi River near Red Wing, Minnesota. 11 of the passengers were taken to the hospital. The extent of their injuries is still unknown. On the initial report, it is stated there is no suspicion of alcohol use at this time.
Minnesota boating accident lawyers of TSR Injury Law can represent you in a variety of boating accident personal injury claims, including:
Boating Safety Tips from Minnesota Boating Accident Lawyer
wear a life jacket
know how to operate your boat
inspect engine prior to each use
do not consume alcohol when you are on the water
do not use excessive speed
be aware of signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
If someone you loved has has been injured in a boating accident, due to another’s negligence, you need to contact a legal professional as quickly as possible to begin building a strong case against the individuals responsible. Contact the Minnesota Boating Accident Lawyers of TSR Injury Law today at 612-362-0000 to schedule a consultation or submit our contact form.
On Friday, May 22nd, the 2-year-old son of a Pittsburgh Steelers’ linebacker was attacked and bitten on the thigh by the family’s pit bull. He was hospitalized and will probably remain in the hospital until Tuesday. A full recover is expected. The boy was rescued by his mother and one of her friends. Both the mother and the friend sustained injuries. The friend’s injury required stitches.
The Minnesota dog bite statute is one of the most liberal. It is designed to protect the innocent from dog bites.
Minn. Stat. Ann. sec. 347.22: Damages, owner liable.
If a dog, without provocation, attacks or injures any person who is acting peaceably in any place where the person may lawfully be, the owner of the dog is liable in damages to the person so attacked or injured to the full amount of the injury sustained. The term “owner” includes any person harboring or keeping a dog but the owner shall be primarily liable. The term “dog” includes both male and female of the canine species.
In essence, if you were not trespassing or provoking the dog, the owner is liable for all medical expenses, loss wages, and pain and suffering.
Minnesota Dog Bite Attorneys at TSR Injury Law are skilled litigators and will work aggressively to protect your rights and recover fair compensation for your dog bite injury. We are currently working on a similar case in Minnesota. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Recovering from an injury can be costly in every sense of the word. Treatment for physical and sometimes psychological damage is usually expensive. A serious personal injury can cause you to miss work or even to lose your job. In addition, the emotional drain of all this stress and adversity can take a real toll on your quality of life. TSR Injury Law hopes the following ideas help you determine whether to call a Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer. In order to file a personal injury lawsuit:
you must have a legitimate problem
you should assess the situation and if it cannot be satisfactorily resolved any other way, it is a good idea to pursue a lawsuit
if someone’s negligence or error is costing you in hospital expenses and lost wages
if the insurance company is giving you the run around
If you feel you have grounds for a lawsuit, do not wait too long to contact a personal injury lawyer because details can be forgotten, evidence can be lost or compromised, and the statute of limitations may run out.
You will need an experienced and dedicated Minnesota personal injury lawyer to review your case, offer advice, and argue for your rights in court. The laws surrounding legal responsibility and personal injury can be very complex. It takes a skilled Minnesota personal injury lawyerto navigate the legal language and argue persuasively in court.
Contact Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyers, Attorneys
The Minnesota personal injury attorneys at TSR Injury Law have years of experience standing up for victims and their rights. You can fight. We can help. Call our office at 612-362-0000 today or submit our contact form for a free case review.
Late Saturday night, May 23, a speeding motorcycle ran into the back of a Nissan Altima; killing both people on the motorcycle. The driver of the Nissan did not sustain visible injury.
The vehicles were going west on Hwy 55, when the Kawasaki crashed into the car. The attending officer said the motorcycle was traveling at a “high rate of speed”. The motorcycle /car accident closed the Mendota Bridge for 4 hours.
This has been a deadly weekend for Minnesota motorists. We have had 7 crashes, with 10 fatalities. It is disheartening for police officers.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident or car accident, you need legal representation to receive fair treatment and the compensation you deserve. Call an experienced motorcycle / car accident attorney at TSR Injury Law, 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
This is the deadliest weekend on record in years. The state has an average crash fatality of 2-3 per weekend. There have been 11 killed this weekend and it is only half over. Officers are lamenting the lack of responsibility and the needless loss of life.
The most lives were lost in the 2-vehicle car accident in Olmsted County. A minivan was broadsided and spun around by a Silverado, leaving 4 dead. The cause of the accident is alcohol-related according to police. There was another drunk driving fatality involving an underage driver. The victim in that accident was only 17 years old. In total 4 of the 7 crashes involved alcohol.
Our hearts go out to the grieving families. TSR Injury Law is a proud supporter of MADD Minnesota and received the 2008 MADD Choice Award. TSR Injury Law represents those whose lives have been changed forever by the drunk driving negligence of others. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Here are a few questions for you to answer to determine the probability that your dog will bite:
Minneapolis has done it again! The city has been named the Best City for Bicycling by Bicycle Magazine. Local government has been key.
4-vehicle chain reaction crash in Lakeville, Minnesota killed two Monday. A semi truck and 2 cars were stopped in the northbound lanes on I-35, near Highway 70, when another semi approached and was unable to stop, slamming into the vehicles. The force of impact pushed the two cars into the lead semi truck, crushing them. The semi truck was carrying beehives with millions of bees.
Tragedy struck early Sunday morning near Cambridge, Minnesota. A newly-licensed, 16-year-old-driver hit another vehicle at 2:40 a.m. The teen driver survived, but the four passengers in her vehicle died; as did the the two occupants of the other vehicle.
A Dassel-Cokato school bus crash near Kingston injured 8 students Friday morning. The State Patrol reported the crash occurred at 7:15 a.m., at Highway 15 and County Road 21, north of Dassel.
Toyota — the company that stood for quality — the company that could do no wrong — has major problems. Their seemingly invincible reputation is at stake. Xinhus News agency reported Saturday that Toyota of Japan has issued a mandatory recall of 270,000 units of its third-generation (2010) Prius hybrid car. It has officially been 
Have you had a problem with your Toyota vehicle? Has the accelerator pedal stuck? Did you have a car accident as a result of the sticking accelerator pedal?
A New Year’s Day crash left 2 dead.
A car collided with a light-rail train in Bloomington Monday afternoon. The driver of the car and a train passenger were transported to the hospital with neck and back injuries.
Jeffery Arthur Martin, 37, was charged for driving drunk and causing a collision that led to the death of an 88-year-old man on Christmas Eve.
Three people from one family were killed Saturday night in a head on collision. The accident occurred about 7 p.m. on County Road 50, near Kenwood Trail, Lakeville.
At 4 p.m. today, a minivan crashed into a line of vehicles stopped at a red light, setting off a chain reaction. In total, seven vehicles where involved in the crash. One woman died and the driver of the minivan is in critical condition at Regions Hospital, St. Paul.
TSR Injury Law now represents several people injured in the bus crash that happened near Austin, Minnesota, November 18th.
A St. Paul fire truck hit a Mini Cooper early Friday morning at the intersection of Randolph and Cretin Avenues. The 3 people in the Mini Cooper were taken to Regions Hospital where they were treated and released. The seatbelts and airbags protected the occupants from more serious injury.
Last weekend brought to light again the need for stiffer penalties for drunk driving. There was another needless death. A multiple repeat-offender was apparently driving drunk again, crashed into a vehicle, killing the 17-year-old driver.
TSR Injury Law is currently representing a person injured in the Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach Tours 
The U.S. Department of Transportation released an 
A fatal accident occurred Sunday morning about 11 a.m. on I-35 and Highway 8, near Forest Lake, Minnesota (Washington County). A Chevy pick-up truck was northbound when the driver lost control and started to roll. It rolled into a southbound Toyota Camry. The car flipped and landed upside down. 
On Sunday, August 16th, the final summer performance of the St. Paul youth circus ended in disaster. The bleachers collapsed. Nearly 450 people fell, many sustaining minor injuries. 7 people were transported to the hospital with significant injuries. TSR Injury Law now represents a victim of the bleacher collapse.
Tuesday morning started out cool and rainy on Hwy 110 in Mendota Heights. After 30 students had been picked up, Raymond Baar, the driver of a Monarch Bus Service school bus, was driving eastbound and needed to turn left onto Charlton Street. He failed to see a westbound vehicle approaching, turning in front of the Pontiac Gran Prix, resulting in a collision.
The love of a mother knows no bounds. Yesterday a mother gave her life for her 3-month-old daughter.
A Freightliner garbage truck and Harley Davidson motorcycle collision left the motorcycle driver in critical condition. The broadside collision occurred at 128th Street and University, in Waseca.
A four-car crash, on Hwy 8 near Chisago City, left a 34-year-old woman dead. There were 9 people in the four vehicles. The other 8 occupants suffered minor injuries.
A Bloomington Motorcycle police officer was responding to car accident report at 3 p.m, when he crashed into another motorcycle at 98th Street and Grand Avenue. Both motorcyclist sustained injuries.
Tragedy struck 2 workers who were contracted to wash windows for Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, in St. Louis Park. The two window washers were on their scaffolding, three floors up, near the emergency room entrance, when the scaffolding fell. One man was pronounced dead at the scene the second worker is in serious condition at Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis.
Bloomington, Minn. (PRWEB) September 2, 2009 — 
Last Thursday, in Hugo, a semi truck rear ended a minivan killing 2 of the 3 occupants. Carolyn Anderson, 59, stopped to make a left turn at 159th Street when her van was hit by the semi truck driven by Seth Strehler, 32, of Rockford, Minnesota. Carolyn died at the scene. Her 88-year-old aunt, Rose Bongiovanni, of St. Paul, was taken to Regions Hospital, where she later died. Minnesota State Patrol said that with all of the new development in the area cross traffic has increased. It is vital for drivers to be alert and slow down.
Another fatal crash involving a semi truck in Minnesota. This accident happened on MN Hwy 212 at CR 51, near Norwood Young America, Carver County.
A 13-year-old Coon Rapids boy was hit while riding his bicycle Friday night, about 7 p.m. He was at the intersection of Foley and Northdale Blvd, near the crosswalk, when he was hit by a northbound car. He was not wearing a helmet.
Tragedy struck again in Hugo on Thursday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, 59-year-old Carolyn Anderson was stopped on Hwy 61, near Hugo, waiting to turn left, when she was rear-ended by a semi truck. Ms. Anderson died at the scene and an 88-year-old passenger, Rose Bongiovanni, died after being taken to Regions Hospital. A third person in the minivan, Marlene Wanner, 72, is in critical condition at Regions Hospital.
At 12:15 a.m. Sunday morning, St. Paul police started clearing lots where racers had been gathered. Most of the racers left peacefully, but a 20-year-old woman sped away. She ran a red light, crashing into a vehicle at University and Vandalia Street. The 39-year-old St. Paul man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Four people were killed in a crash involving a car, a semi truck, and a minivan. The accident happened Wednesday, about 2:30 p.m, near Albert Lea.
A 19 year-old male was killed when a Humvee, driven by a drunk driver, crossed into his lane and hit him head-on, near Opole, Minnesota, in Stearns County. The teen was pronounced dead at the scene.
Circus Juventas Grand Finale: The Bleachers Collapse
The State of Minnesota filed a lawsuit in Hennepin County, Wednesday, against URS Corporation, the state’s I-35 bridge consultant. The suit alleges negligence and breach of contract by URS because they failed to inspect, analyze and evaluate the span’s soundness. In the suit, the state is also asking for URS to reimburse the state more than $37 million in payments made from special victim’s compensation funds and any damages the state may have to pay Progressive Contractors Inc., the construction company that was working on the bridge.
A 46-year-old man was backing out of a driveway in Brooklyn Park when he struck a grandmother, 49, pushing her grandchild in a stroller. The grandmother died en route to North Memorial Medical Center. The 1 year-old grandchild was not injured.
MRI machine falls and traps the installer, at Twin Cities Orthopedics. The 43-year-old man was airlifted to HCMC and is expected to survive. He sustained chest, abdomen, hip, and leg injuries.
Tuesday morning there was a head-on collision on County Road 6 and Game Farm Road, in Independence, Minnesota, leaving 3 dead at the scene. A juvenile was airlifted to North Memorial, and died shortly after arrival.
There was a semi truck / car accident today near Albertville, Minnesota. A tanker truck rolled over into the median on Interstate 94 about 11 a.m. The driver of the truck was maneuvering the truck to avoid hitting a car making an illegal U-turn, when his truck rolled over, leaking fuel all over the highway.
Truck Accident Anoka County: There was a three vehicle accident involving a semi tractor trailer truck. It happened shortly after 2 p.m. on southbound 35W near Lexington Ave. exit, according to State Patrol. The semi truck rolled over into the median. The driver of the semi truck was pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of the two cars involved sustained minor injuries.
A Loretto semi-trailer truck repair business had a blast Monday morning. A 20’ high hole was blown out of the side of the facility in an explosion, sending three employees to North Memorial Medical Center, Robbinsdale, with minor injuries.
A husband and wife were crossing a street in Fond du Lac about 7 a.m., Thursday morning, when they were struck by an SUV that was driven by a 30-year-old Fond du Lac woman.
Jean Matzke, 70, was walking her dog east on the sidewalk along 5th Street. As she went to cross Sibley Street, toward Mears Park, she was struck by a garbage truck turning left from 5th Street north onto Sibley. She was struck in the crosswalk at 5:53 a.m. Friday morning.
New Brighton police and Ramsey County Water Patrol were called around 2:30 p.m., Wednesday afternoon about a possible drowning near a Long Lake beach. A 6-year-old-boy was unresponsive after being rescued from 8’ deep water.
A motorcyclist was thrown over Hwy. 169 overpass in Shakopee, about 6 p.m., Friday. The driver was thrown over the guardrail from northbound Highway 169 and landed on Highway 101. This was confirmed by Scott County dispatch. The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the accident. 
A train accident was reported early Friday morning. A man was struck and killed by a northbound train east of downtown Cambridge, Minnesota, about 6:00 a.m. It happened near Hwy 95.
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A Buick Regal was eastbound on Interstate Highway 94, near Monticello, when it rolled over and ended up in the left lane. The driver got out of the car and then the Buick was hit from behind by a Honda Civic.
On Friday, May 22nd, the 2-year-old son of a Pittsburgh Steelers’ linebacker was attacked and bitten on the thigh by the family’s pit bull. He was hospitalized and will probably remain in the hospital until Tuesday. A full recover is expected. The boy was rescued by his mother and one of her friends. Both the mother and the friend sustained injuries. The friend’s injury required stitches.