TSR Injury Law has a new teammate! We’re happy to announce a multi-season partnership with Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels, running now through the 2027-28 season. New creative is set to tip off across TV, billboards, and social media throughout the Twin Cities in the coming months.

This partnership is the latest, greatest chapter in a relationship between TSR and the Wolves that goes back over two decades. Most recently, we partnered with forward Naz Reid on many campaigns over the course of three seasons!

Now that torch passes to McDaniels.

Setting Each Other Up to Score

“Jaden’s reputation as one of the league’s premier defenders fits perfectly with what we do at TSR. We defend people who’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence and stand up for them to make sure they get treated fairly. We want the insurance companies to know: they may be billion-dollar businesses, but we’ve got Jaden McDaniels,” said Steve Terry, TSR’s founding partner.

McDaniels shared the same enthusiasm. “I’m looking forward to partnering with TSR Injury Law,” he said. “I like to think I know a bit about defense, but they really are the best. It’s been great seeing what they do in the community.”

Get to Know Jaden McDaniels

McDaniels has played his entire pro career in Minnesota, developing into one of the NBA’s most disruptive wing defenders. A few numbers worth knowing:

• Drafted 28th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft out of the University of Washington
• Named to the NBA’s All-Defensive Second Team in 2024
• Posted career-high averages across the board in the 2025-26 season: 14.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists per game
• Shooting a career-best 51.5% from the field and 41.2% from three in 2025-26

Every game, McDaniels shuts down the other team’s best player. Every case, TSR shuts down the excuses used to deny a client what they’re owed. Different courts, same mindset.

TSR’s History With the Community

TSR has spent over 25 years representing injured Minnesotans, and our commitment to the community goes beyond the courtroom. Our firm has aligned with the Minnesota Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving to support victims of drunk driving crashes, sponsored local golf tournaments benefiting organizations like MnFIRE, and much more over the years.

The Timberwolves partnership fits right in. We’ve been lucky enough to collaborate with them to:

• Get Clarice, a lifelong Timberwolves superfan, tickets to her first playoff game in over 20 years
• Hold giveaways for a signed Naz Reid jersey and tickets to watch the Wolves take on the Jazz
• Give one winner, Maddie, her own spot on a real TSR billboard in the Twin Cities, in addition to getting her a signed jersey and game tickets

Showing up for the community isn’t a marketing exercise for us. It’s who we are. That same sort of commitment is what we bring every time someone calls our number to say they’ve been hurt and need a partner in their fight.

Stay Tuned

We’re just getting started, and there’s plenty more coming. Keep an eye on TSR’s social channels for the first look at the new creative.

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Jenny Olson, Personal Injury Attorney and Partner at TSR Injury Law, Named President of the Minnesota Association for Justice

TSR Injury Law is proud to announce that partner and trial attorney Jenny Olson has been named President of the Minnesota Association for Justice (MAJ). The appointment marks a defining and well-earned moment in Olson’s career, reinforcing her standing as one of Minnesota’s best personal injury attorneys.

About the Minnesota Association for Justice

Founded in 1954, the Minnesota Association for Justice represents plaintiff trial attorneys and works to protect the rights of injured Minnesotans. The organization safeguards access to the civil justice system, advocates for legislation that protects consumers and injury victims, and provides continuing legal education and appellate amicus support to attorneys throughout the state.

A Distinguished Honor Among Minnesota’s Trial Attorneys

Being named MAJ President is not an honor granted lightly. It’s earned through years of demonstrated leadership and advocacy within the legal community. 

Jenny Olson has been an active MAJ member for 13 years, serving on both its Board of Directors and Executive Committee. For eight of those years, she chaired MAJ’s Amicus Committee, writing legal briefs that have helped shape personal injury case law in Minnesota over the past decade. 

As one of the youngest attorneys to ever hold the role, her rise to President speaks to both her legal skill and the deep respect she’s earned from fellow Minnesota trial attorneys.

Jenny’s Vision as MAJ President

As President, Olson will lead MAJ’s efforts to protect and strengthen Minnesota’s civil justice system, working alongside fellow plaintiff trial attorneys to keep the laws that protect injured people strong. That same commitment shows up every day in her work at TSR Injury Law, where she and the firm’s personal injury team fight for fair outcomes for clients across the state.

Work With a Recognized Leader in Injury Law

When you’ve been injured, you want to be represented by someone who understands what you’re going through and knows how to act. Jenny Olson’s election as MAJ President shows that she’s a leader recognized not just by the people she represents, but by the legal community she serves. 

If you or a loved one has been injured, contact TSR Injury Law today to schedule a free case review.

Two recent cases have put New Horizon Academy back in the spotlight and Minnesota parents want answers. In Saint Paul, a former daycare worker was charged this summer after video reportedly showed him striking a four-year-old. In Rochester, another daycare worker pleaded guilty to felony charges tied to the abuse of two infants at a different New Horizon location. 

TSR Injury Law is familiar with New Horizon. Our attorneys secured a $6 million verdict against a New Horizon Kids Quest daycare in 2015, a case that still shapes how we approach claims like these today. If you’re researching a New Horizon lawsuit or just want to understand what Minnesota law requires of your child’s daycare, here’s what you need to know.

What To Know About Daycare Laws in Minnesota

Minnesota daycare laws exist to protect kids, but they only work when centers actually follow them. Abuse and neglect at daycare facilities usually trace back to the same handful of failures: understaffing, undertrained employees, poor supervision, or centers that cut corners on safety rules.

Minnesota’s regulations are specific about what’s allowed. Centers must be properly licensed and staffed and are required to have basic safety measures in place, from separate spaces for sick children to shielded outlets and radiators. 

Corporal punishment is banned outright. Staff cannot slap, spank, kick, shove, or humiliate a child as discipline. That corporal punishment ban matters here because it’s a theme running through both of the recent New Horizon lawsuits. In each one, the conduct described in charging documents goes well beyond anything Minnesota law permits a daycare worker to do to a child in their care.

TSR has decades of experience with daycare abuse cases like these. Call now for a free case review.

Signs of Physical Abuse at Daycare

So, how common is daycare abuse in Minnesota? State licensing records reviewed by FOX 9 show reports of abuse and neglect at Minnesota daycares nearly doubled between 2022 and 2023, climbing from 57 to 100, and rose again in 2024 to 105 reported incidents.

Numbers like that make it worth knowing what to look for. Below you’ll find a list of changes parents often notice first. No one knows your child better than you do, however, so remember to always trust your intuition first as you review.

Physical Signs

Some of these signs were present in the recent New Horizon lawsuits, so they’re worth taking seriously even when there seems to be an easy explanation.

• Unexplained cuts, bruises, burns, or welts
• Complaints of pain or soreness with no clear cause
• Torn clothing

Injury location matters, too. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, children who are hurt by accident tend to have marks on exposed areas like the shins, knees, and forehead, since that’s where kids naturally bump and scrape themselves during play. Bruises or injuries on areas the body normally protects, like the thighs, torso, or buttocks, are a stronger signal something else may have happened.

Emotional Signs  

Physical marks are the easiest to spot, but they’re not the only thing worth paying attention to. Abuse can change how a child acts long before there are physical signs, and those changes are often easy to miss or explain away.

• Severe terror, freezing, or crying at dropoff
• Flinching when adults get close
• Sudden sleep issues, like bed-wetting or nightmares
• Sudden spells of quietness, sadness, or aggression
• Constant pleas or excuses to skip daycare

Timing matters, too. A single behavioral change doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong. But a sudden shift, or several of these signs appearing together, is worth a closer look.

What To Do in Minnesota if You Suspect Daycare Has Abused Your Child

If you suspect abuse, start with a doctor’s visit. An exam creates a medical record of any injuries and gets your child the care they need right away.

From there, report your concerns to both the police and the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (MN DCYF). Reporting to both means the incident gets investigated criminally, and state licensing officials will be able to act.

It’s natural to want to confront the daycare provider directly, but hold off. Talk to an attorney first. An attorney can walk you through your options without tipping off the facility in a way that could complicate an investigation or future daycare abuse claim.

We’ve heard this question before: can I sue for daycare abuse? In many cases, yes. Minnesota law allows families to bring a civil claim against a daycare and, depending on the facts, against the individuals or companies responsible for hiring, training, or supervising staff. Claims for minor children generally have to be filed within six years, or within one year of the child turning 18, whichever comes first. 

Call on Trusted Daycare Abuse Attorneys in Minnesota

The attorneys at TSR Injury Law have represented Minnesota families in daycare abuse cases for years, including cases against New Horizon. If you believe your child was hurt at a daycare in Minnesota, we’re ready to listen. Call 612-TSR-TIME for a free, no-obligation case review.

We have added eight new case results to the case results page of the TSR Injury Law website. The results are detailed below.

If you were injured in an accident that was caused by negligence, we may be able to help you seek compensation for your damages. Visit our case results page to learn more about some of the cases we have worked on and the results we have obtained.

Our firm has recovered more than $1 billion on behalf of our clients and there are no upfront fees with our services.

Work Injury – Confidential

TSR obtained an eight-figure confidential settlement for a person who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a workplace accident.

Personal Injury – $12,000,000

Rich Ruohonen represented an individual in his 40s involved in an accident whose injuries resulted in amputation of his leg for a settlement of $12 million.

Truck Accident – $4,000,000

Partner Rich Ruohonen obtained a $4 million settlement for a woman who suffered a dominant arm injury caused by a crash with a commercial semi-truck.

Truck Accident – $875,000

Maria was seriously injured when she was stopped at a light and a garbage truck caused a crash in which it deflected off another vehicle and hit her stopped vehicle. Her vehicle was destroyed in the crash. The crash resulted in injuries including a broken leg requiring open reduction fixation surgery and a severe hematoma to the leg which required surgery to draining the hematoma. Partner Rich Ruohonen obtained a $875,000 settlement for Maria.

Car Accident – $325,000

Ben was injured when he was on his way to a job site and his van was rearended at a high rate of speed. He ended up having injuries including a cervical disc herniation resulting in neck pain and mild traumatic brain injury. Ben received several injections for the pain in his neck and therapy for his brain injury. Partner Rich Ruohonen was able to obtain a settlement for $325,000 for Ben.

Personal Injury – $1,000,000

N.R. suffered a severe, traumatic brain injury while under the care of commercial daycare provider. She is believed to have been shaken while at the day care by one of the workers. There were no cameras at the daycare to show what occurred. When she was picked up by her parent, she seemed lethargic and a police investigation ensued, and it was narrowed down to two workers that cared for her that day as being the cause of what occurred. Neither would admit that anything unusual occurred. Medical doctors confirmed this type of brain injury usually only occurs in the event a child is shaken. Partner Rich Ruohonen is well-known for representing children who are injured as a result of daycare provider negligence and was hired to represent N.R. He was able to secure a $1,000,000 settlement for N.R. Although N.R. still has ongoing effects from the traumatic brain injury, N.R. has improved far better than ever expected and should lead a normal life.

Car Accident – $140,000

R.K. was rearended when a teenager was going too fast in icy conditions and could not stop in time. R.K. suffered a mild traumatic brain injury with mild post-traumatic stress disorder. She also suffered neck and upper back injuries with associated headaches pain which were treated with occipital nerve blocks. The PTSD really only affected her ability to drive in snowy and icy conditions without anxiety. She received therapy for her PTSD as well. There were numerous accidents across the metro area that day due to icy roadways. The teenage driver of the car claimed there is nothing she could do as she slid on ice for several hundred feet. Partner Rich Ruohonen took her deposition and proved her inexperience in driving in icy conditions was the reason she crash into R.K. that day. This matter was resolved for the policy limits of $100,000 shortly after the deposition. The underinsured case then was settled for an additional $40,000 resulting in a total settlement of $140,000.

Motorcycle Accident – $175,000

Tim was injured in a motorcycle crash when an inattentive driver turned left in front of him. He tried to lay down the motorcycle before hitting the vehicle, but a collision occurred with the vehicle. The insurance company for the vehicle tried to state it was Tim’s fault for going too fast but TSR was able to obtain a video from local retail store which showed he was not going fast like the insurance company claimed. Tim had a cut on his head and suffered a concussion. He also developed headaches and neck and upper back pain. He was treated by a neurologist with trigger point injections and occipital nerve blocks approximately every three months for the neck pain and headaches. After receiving a minimal offer from the insurance company, TSR Partner Rich Ruohonen sued out the case and after significant litigation and a mediation was able to secure a recovery of $175,000 for Tim.

Were you injured by another’s negligence? Call TSR: (612) TSR-TIME.

TSR’s rapid growth in the last several years meant the firm needed a larger office space. After a yearlong search, they settled on the top two floors of 8300 Norman Center Drive and moved in last year.

Last month, Minnesota Lawyer wrote a story about the firm’s new office space, describing the journey to get there. The story discusses the unique features of the office and how it will allow the firm to make their vision a reality.

The Journey From the Basement to the Top Floor

TSR’s Managing Partner Steve Terry started his first firm in the basement of an office building back in 1997. Back then that was all he could afford.

In the 25 years since, TSR Injury Law was formed, and it has experienced rapid growth in the last several years.

This meant the old space at 494 and France was no longer big enough to accommodate the firm’s growing needs. TSR’s original office space was a long “L” shape, and over time the firm had expanded from one side of the L to the other. The space did not allow for the communication and cohesiveness Terry wanted.

Eventually, the firm decided on the top two floors of an office building overlooking Normandale Lake as their new location.

Unique Features of the New Office

As the overall square footage of the new space is less than what a firm the size of TSR would normally have, an interior design company was brought in to build out and optimize the new space according to the firm’s needs and vision.

To start, the first floor was designated to incorporate the reception and employee break areas, creating a warm and welcoming feel into the firm. In addition, offices were placed on the top floor giving employees a wonderful view of Normandale Lake below, while also increasing communication and cohesion.

The new office area has the benefit of full-length windows and a skylight in the middle of the floor. To take advantage of the natural light this provides, designers chose various shades of blue, complimented by lighter wood finishes. There is also art on the walls that are enjoyed by employees and clients alike. The overall effect is an unimposing and welcoming environment; a significant visual uplift over the beige colors and dark wood that predominated the old office decor.

Other unique features of the office include:

Terry says the designers created a whole new “feel” to the office, successfully achieving the welcoming, warm and collaborative space they were seeking.

The lawyers at TSR Injury Law are frequently asked to teach other lawyers about a wide range of topics, including trial practice. Yesterday, Partner Nate Bjerke presented at the Minnesota CLE seminar on trial preparation.

The all-day seminar was titled Trial Preparation: A Strategic Approach. Due to the weather, the seminar was presented live online instead of in-person.

From 10:25 to 11:25 a.m., Bjerke, along with Kathy S. Kimmel and Judge John R. Tunheim, taught a group of lawyers about preparing opening and closing statements. Their session was titled Preparing Your Opening and Closing Arguments – How to Strengthen Your Credibility with the Judge and the Jury.

The goal of the session was to help lawyers strengthen their credibility and make winning arguments.

The full seminar will be replayed online on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Minnesota Lawyer recently profiled TSR Injury Law Partner Charles Slane, who was elected president of the Minnesota Association for Justice (MNAJ) in August. We are so proud of Chuck for this tremendous accomplishment.

In the interview, Slane discusses the MNAJ, what he enjoys about representing injury victims, how he got into the legal profession, misconceptions people have about being an attorney, and more.

Slane said the MNAJ has done a lot for him and that is why he has pursued leadership roles within the association. The association lobbies to the state Legislature for laws that treat consumers fairly.

In the article, Slane talks about why he went to law school. How he did a lot of reading about the civil rights movement, and how it inspired him to help others. He enjoys how every case provides an opportunity to learn something new.

One of the common misconceptions people have about being an injury lawyer is that it is a glamorous job. However, Slane says it involves a lot of late nights reviewing evidence.

TSR Injury Law was the 2022 Regional Title Sponsor of Minnesota Walk Like MADD, which is MADD Minnesota’s main fundraising event. The walk supports the MADD Minnesota goal of increasing awareness of impaired driving and ending it.

This year’s walk took place last Saturday at 10 a.m. at Clifton E. French Regional Park in Plymouth, MN.

Our firm raised over $2,000. In total, the event raised $77,091 as of September 22. According to the event website, there were more than 200 fundraisers and 20 fundraising teams.

TSR has been a proud partner and participant in Walk Like MADD for over a decade. While MADD’s mission is to eliminate drunk and impaired driving, TSR’s mission is to hold these bad drivers accountable. Together we hope to make all Minnesotans safer on the roads.

Thank you to everyone who took part in the walk!

We are proud to announce firm partner Nate Bjerke (pictured on the far right) received the President’s Award for Outstanding Service from the Minnesota Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) earlier this month.

The award is recognition for judges and lawyers who show a commitment to preserving the right to a jury trial in civil cases, a right granted in the U.S. Constitution.

Bjerke and two others won the award for forming a committee for civics education for school-aged children to educate them on how the government and judicial system work.

We are also proud to announce Bjerke was voted as an officer of the Minnesota Chapter of ABOTA. He is going to serve as Secretary in 2023 and currently serves on the Executive Committee. Bjerke should advance to President of the Minnesota Chapter of ABOTA by 2026.

ABOTA has strict guidelines for admission, including trying a minimum of 10 cases as lead counsel and receiving recommendations from judges and lawyers an attorney has faced at trial.

The general purpose of ABOTA is to promote improvement in the ethical and technical standards of practice so individual litigants receive effective legal representation.

TSR Injury Law partner Charles D. Slane was elected president of the Minnesota Association for Justice (MNAJ) on August 19th at the MNAJ’s annual convention in Brainerd, Minnesota.

In the MNAJ’s announcement, TSR cofounder Steve Terry explained what makes Chuck a great lawyer, describing Chuck’s ability to listen and understand his clients.

“The only way that a lawyer can do a good job of representing a client in the courtroom is to listen to the client and understand what they have gone through. It is that experience that allows the story to be properly told, and that is what Chuck Slane is all about,” Steve Terry said.

The power of “storytelling to transform” is going to be the theme of Slane’s term as president. Members of the MNAJ and their clients are looking forward to Mr. Slane’s leadership as the association continues to evolve.

Mr. Slane is becoming president of the MNAJ after the COVID-19 pandemic transformed the practice of law.

“The global pandemic has transformed every aspect of our lives,” Slane said. “But there is one thing the pandemic did not change: the need for ordinary citizens harmed through the wrongful acts of others to assert their legal rights.”

Congratulations Chuck!

Our firm is a proud sponsor of Minnesota Mothers Against Drunk Driving (Minnesota MADD), which works to support victims and advocate for stronger laws to prevent drunk or impaired driving.

On May 26, 2022, partner Steven Terry was honored to award many law enforcement officers for their dedicated service in trying to keep drunk and impaired drivers off our state’s roads.

Thank you for your service as you work to keep us safe!

Are There Any Upfront Fees?

At TSR Injury Law, we charge no upfront fees to help determine if you have a case, no upfront fees while we build your case and no upfront fees while we work on your case. At the end of the legal process – when your case reaches a settlement or a jury verdict – we charge a percentage of your total, awarded compensation. The percentage varies, depending on your type of case and this can be discussed during a consultation with a lawyer at our firm.

Why Do We Handle Cases This Way?

By not charging our fees in advance, it provides a risk-free way for injury victims to consider their legal options without financial pressure. It also helps victims to level the legal playing field – claims are often against large insurance agencies and companies that have full teams of lawyers and support staff.

Our award-winning legal team have successfully handled many cases against such competition and understand how they build the cases that they handle. We use that knowledge to help build a strong argument for your maximum compensation recovery.

What Happens During an Initial Consultation?

The initial consultation is a completely free, no-obligation opportunity for potential clients. In this meeting, we determine whether you may have a valid case and answer any questions that you may have about your case and how we can help you. We also explain more about our fees, including what they are and when we collect payment for our services.

If you have a case and choose to hire our law firm, your attorney will provide a contract that will include the fees as discussed. Both you and your attorney must sign the contract before work can begin.

What Happens at the Conclusion of My Case?

At the end of the legal process, when your case either reaches a settlement or the jury awards you compensation after a trial, your attorney will provide you with a closing statement. You can review the total amount of compensation awarded as well as our costs and fees. We can also help if you have outstanding medical liens that you need help resolving and bill those costs through your compensation. However, no money is disbursed until you have reviewed and signed the closing statement.

Once all the outstanding costs and attorney fees are paid out, the client receives the remainder of the compensation. If we do not recover compensation for you, we do not get paid.

Do Some Attorneys Use Other Types of Fee Arrangements?

Some attorneys use an upfront type of fee arrangement that can be costly and difficult for most people to afford. Lawyers may require thousands of dollars to retain their services before any work begins. After that, clients pay a hefty set fee per hour, often hundreds of dollars or more. These costs are expected up front. They are not advanced costs that you can hold off paying until your case concludes.

The Attorneys at TSR Injury Law are Ready to Help

When it is time to call for legal help, reach out to our licensed attorneys at TSR Injury Law. We have been representing injured victims in Minnesota for more than 20 years. Our proven track record includes millions in compensation obtained on behalf of our clients.

You can reach our firm 24/7 by calling our toll-free number. We also have a convenient contact form online that you can complete and submit to get a return call from our firm.

Call TSR Injury Law for Legal Help at no-risk to you: (612) TSR-TIME