In Minnesota, traffic accidents are handled under “No-Fault”. This means that if you are the driver in your car and are involved in a car accident, you would file with your own insurance company regardless if you are the driver at fault or not. That policy not only applies to any damage to your vehicle, […]
According to the Minnesota Disability Center, nearly 50 percent of Social Security Disability applicants will be denied. Can legal representation help you be one of the cases that are approved? It can. This blog discusses the benefits of legal representation during your SSI disability application and review. The Two Ways to Apply for Disability in […]
Workers’ Compensation injuries and cases can be complex and multifaceted. Some details are important to understanding your rights and why you should consult with a personal injury lawyer. The following are important points we want you to know about when it comes to injury due to a work-related accident. 1. Work-related Injuries Are Mental, Physical, […]
Distracted drivers are dangerous to themselves, their passengers, and the public on and off of the roads. In 2020, 3,142 casualties occurred on US highways, each caused by a distracted driver, per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In addition to the deaths that distracted drivers cause, there is a long list of injuries too. […]
Is income from personal injury settlements taxable like other standard income? Many people who have received settlements from a personal injury case wonder if they have to pay taxes on the money they received. The real answer is that sometimes settlement payments are taxable, and sometimes they are not. Yes, it can become complicated quickly. […]
Minnesota places the onus on dog owners when dog bite injuries occur. While the burden is on the dog’s owner, the situation is not completely black and white. While gray areas exist, the following four facts about dog bite injuries in Minnesota begin to explain the need for legal representation when an injury occurs. 1. […]
The Minnesota Dram Shop Law is a state statute designed to protect people from the results of the illegal sale of alcohol. In Minnesota, the sale of alcohol is regulated, and those regulations are placed to control the sale of alcohol and protect the public from issues that arise from the consumption of too much […]
Can you sue the state or federal government for personal injury? In today’s modern world you can sue the state or federal government for personal injury. The process varies from one state to the next as modern statutes decrease the power of Sovereign Immunity and replace it with a structured pathway for the public to […]
When you have an on-the-job injury, you are entitled to certain benefits. Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley, & Bergmanis Attorneys at Law has years of experience handling personal injury cases in Minnesota. As a full-service law firm, we can handle all of your legal needs. In addition, we specialize in workers comp benefits and help each […]
Personal injuries are not only physical but can also be emotional. We call them psychological injuries, and victims can pursue compensation in the Wisconsin court system. What is an Emotional Injury? Emotional injury or psychological trauma are situations that occur after a traumatic event. The symptoms of psychological trauma range from one person to another […]