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Auto Accident Lawyer in Minnesota
Helping injured Minnesotans recover compensation after serious car, truck, and motorcycle accidents.
After a collision, insurance companies work quickly to minimize their liability. We work faster to protect your rights and ensure your medical bills, lost wages, and pain are fully accounted for.
Legal Help After an Auto Accident
Auto accident cases move quickly — insurance companies start building their position within days. Here is how we approach yours.
The Reality After a Collision
A serious crash affects more than your vehicle. Medical bills, lost wages, and insurance pressure can arrive before you've had time to recover.
Minnesota's No-Fault System
Minnesota requires your own insurer to cover initial medical costs, regardless of who caused the accident. Knowing when you can step outside that system matters.
Our Role
We handle the investigation, the negotiations, and the paperwork so you can focus on your recovery.
Common Situations We Handle
Every accident is unique. We provide specialized legal strategies for a wide variety of motor vehicle collision types across the state.
Rear-End Collisions
Often caused by tailgating or distraction, these can cause significant whiplash and spinal injuries even at low speeds.
Distracted Driving
We utilize cell phone records and forensic data to prove the other driver was texting or distracted at the time of impact.
Drunk Driving
We pursue claims against intoxicated drivers and seek punitive damages to hold them fully accountable.
Multi-Vehicle Pileups
Complex liability cases involving three or more cars. We untangle the web of negligence to find the root cause.
Commercial Trucking
Collisions with semis require knowledge of federal trucking regulations and corporate liability laws.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders face severe risks. We advocate for motorcyclists who are often unfairly blamed by insurance adjusters.
How We Help After an Accident
Our structured approach ensures no detail is overlooked in your path to justice.
Case Evaluation
A thorough review of your accident and injuries to determine the best legal course of action.
Investigation
Gathering evidence, witness statements, and expert testimony to build an airtight case.
Negotiation
We handle insurance companies directly to secure a settlement that covers your lifetime needs.
Litigation
If a fair settlement isn't reached, we are trial-ready and prepared to take your case to court.
Recent Case Results
View Additional Case Results$546,000
Motor Vehicle Accident
Recovery for a driver injured by a distracted commercial vehicle operator on I-35.
$1,200,000
Trucking Negligence
Settlement reached for a family following a catastrophic highway collision with a semi.
$325,000
Rear-End Collision
Jury award for soft tissue injuries and lost wages after a multi-car pileup.
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Minnesota
Identifying what caused the crash is critical to proving negligence and securing compensation.
Distracted Driving
From texting and phone use to adjusting navigation systems, split-second distractions lead to catastrophic results.
Speeding or Reckless Driving
Excessive speed reduces reaction time and increases the force of impact, often indicating a disregard for public safety.
Driving Under the Influence
Alcohol or drug impairment remains a leading cause of severe injury accidents across Minnesota roads.
Poor Weather or Road Conditions
Icy roads and poor visibility require extra caution; failure to adjust driving to conditions can constitute negligence.
Commercial Trucking Negligence
Fatigued drivers, overloaded trailers, and inadequate maintenance create extreme hazards for passenger vehicles.
Mechanical or Vehicle Defects
Brake failures, tire blowouts, or steering malfunctions may point to manufacturer liability or owner neglect.
Understanding Minnesota Personal Injury Law
Minnesota's Comparative Fault Rules
Minnesota follows a "modified comparative fault" rule. This means you can still recover damages as long as your fault is not greater than the fault of the person you are suing. However, your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Statute of Limitations
In Minnesota, you generally have six years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit for personal injury. While this seems like a long time, evidence can disappear quickly, making early legal intervention vital.
Types of Recoverable Damages
Victims can seek compensation for economic losses like medical expenses and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of consortium.
The Role of Insurance Companies
Minnesota is a no-fault state, meaning your own insurance pays for basic medical expenses regardless of who caused the accident. However, for serious injuries, you can step outside the no-fault system to sue the at-fault driver for full compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Seek medical attention first, even if you feel okay — some injuries are not immediately apparent. Call 911 to document the accident. Gather evidence: photos, witness contact information, and the other driver's insurance information. Do not admit fault or give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer. Call Heuer Fischer for a free consultation as soon as possible.
Minnesota's statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally six years from the date of the accident. Acting quickly is critical — evidence fades, witnesses become unavailable, and some claims have shorter deadlines. Contact us as soon as possible after your accident.
You may be entitled to recover medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and property damage. In cases involving drunk or reckless drivers, punitive damages may also be available.
Most personal injury cases settle before trial, but not all. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which often leads to stronger settlement outcomes. If a fair resolution cannot be reached, we are ready to take the case to court.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no upfront costs and no fees unless we win your case. Consultations are always free and confidential.
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