When Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. handles your personal injury case, you get close, caring attention from leading personal injury attorneys in the state. In the past 25 years, we have successfully handled many cases in each of the following areas:
Practice
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Auto Accident Claims
Some general practice lawyers are willing to handle car accident cases because they never expect the case will go to trial. They do not understand that insurance companies may make low offers because they know many lawyers are eager to settle and are afraid of going to trial. Your lawyer needs to have both the courage and competence to go to trial and prove your case to a jury if necessary. At Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., we have both.
The lawyers at Tewksbury & Kerfeld know what no-fault benefits are available, including medical expense benefits, wage loss, and replacement services. They know whether more than one policy applies and whether the policies can be stacked. They are experts in when an uninsured motorist and under-insured motorist claim exists and how best to proceed with those cases. In short, their experience assures that you obtain all benefits to which you are entitled.
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At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our auto accident attorneys prepare each case as if it were going to trial. Only by putting that level of preparation and energy into each case can we obtain fair compensation for our injured clients. We are knowledgeable in all aspects of automobile and insurance law, including dram shop cases where a restaurant or bar may be liable for over-serving alcohol to the at-fault driver.
We take on cases involving:
- Car accidents
- Truck collisions
- Motorcycle wrecks
- Boating accidents
- Other types of motor vehicle accidents
- Wrongful death
- Catastrophic injury: spinal cord injury, burn injury, and other debilitating conditions
- Other types of serious injury
If you have been injured in a car accident or other tragedy, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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The Minnesota auto accident attorneys of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. serve injury victims throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Wrongful Death Lawsuit Claims
As attorneys who handle wrongful death lawsuits in Minnesota and Wisconsin, we often find ourselves in the homes of our clients, talking with family members about the loss of their loved one. We understand the trauma of that loss.
Sometimes the personal aspects of a wrongful death lawsuit get lost in a larger law firm; not at Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. We are a small Minneapolis-based law firm practicing in the area of personal injury and wrongful death. Our lawyers devote significant personal attention and effort to each case. We know that a recovery in a wrongful death case may be crucial in providing for the future of surviving family members.
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A wrongful death claim allows family members to recover damages for economic losses such as loss of future wages and medical expenses incurred prior to death. In addition, they are entitled to seek compensation for the loss of aid, comfort, guidance and companionship of a loved one.
Wrongful death lawsuits can arise from any type of accident, including:
- Automobile accidents
- Truck accidents
- Accidents involving dangerous products
- Construction accidents
- Accidents involving recreational products
- Accidents due to dangerous property
Regardless of what type of accident your loved one went through, we have experienced wrongful death lawyers who will handle every aspect of your case. If you have lost a loved one in an accident or due to negligence, call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. at
612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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The Minnesota wrongful death lawsuit attorneys of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. serve families of fatal accident victims throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Truck Accident Claims
Truck accidents can cause terrible injuries and often deaths. The crash can be the fault of the truck driver or trucking company, if they do not follow proper safety regulations. They must be held fully responsible for any injuries and failure to maintain their equipment.
Because of the major injuries caused by truck accidents, as well as the complicated regulations that are often involved, it is important to get the help of a very experienced lawyer as soon as possible. Do not agree to anything given to you by an insurance company or trucking company, and do not assume that any lawyer can handle the case.
At Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our Minneapolis-based attorneys have decades of experience with many complex personal injury cases. We know how to get families of truck accident victims throughout Minnesota all the money they need and deserve. And we know how to investigate cases and find out if safety regulations have been violated.
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All commercial vehicles, from semi tractor trailers to 18-wheelers, must follow certain safety rules & regulations. For example, truck drivers must make sure they are not too fatigued. Trucking companies must make sure that trucks are not overloaded.
As soon as our lawyers take on a truck accident case, we immediately begin investigating the scene of the accident and procuring records that the trucking company is supposed to keep. With this information, we can often build a strong case against the trucking company.
It is very important to put in this level of effort and build a strong case. The catastrophic injuries (spinal cord injury, burn injury, etc.) that are often caused by truck accidents require a lifetime of treatment for a permanent condition. After a wrongful death in a truck accident, the surviving family deserves a lifetime of lost wages. You simply cannot get such substantial benefits if your lawyer does not know how to handle a large, complex case.
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The Minnesota truck accident attorneys of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. people injured throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Product Liability Lawsuit Claims
Manufacturers and sellers have a duty to protect consumers from products that are defective or unreasonably dangerous. Often, however, people are injured by a product that is defective because of a manufacturing defect, a design defect, or due to inadequate instructions or warnings.
The consequences of defective products can be very serious, ranging from burn injuries to wrongful deaths. Victims may be entitled to compensation by filing a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer, the seller of the product, or both.
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The attorneys at Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. have handled a wide variety of product liability claims, including:
- Automobiles
- Farming equipment
- Motorcycles
- ATVs
- Recreational vehicles
- Household products
- Sporting goods
- Recreational products
- Swimming Pools
Our lawyers have successfully handled a variety of product liability cases. Recent cases successfully handled include failed hydraulics leading to the death of an individual, and in another case resulting in serious injury. We have handled recreational vehicle tire failures. We have handled swimming pool diving injuries and ATV rollover accidents.
It is important for an attorney who is handling a products liability case to have a good understanding of the product. Your lawyer needs to understand the product just as well as the experts involved in the case. At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our product liability lawyers prepare each case as if we were going to trial. We research the product and retain experts necessary to analyze the case and, if necessary, present the case to a jury.
If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective product, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A.at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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Construction Accident Injury Claims
Construction accidents tend to be complex cases. They usually involve building and safety codes, insurance issues, and contract disputes. There are many insurance issues of coverage for general contractors or subcontractors. If you are injured as the result of a construction accident, the personal injury attorneys at Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. will thoroughly investigate the accident and strongly pursue fair compensation on your behalf.
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The personal injury attorneys at Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. have handled many types of construction accidents, including:
- Scaffolding accidents
- Ladder accidents
- Falling objects
- Building collapses
- Highway construction zone injuries
- Falling from heights
- Trench cave-ins
- Tool malfunction
- Heavy equipment accidents
- Neck injuries
- Head injuries
- Brain injuries
A lawyer should not handle a construction accident case unless he or she has experience and a good understanding of construction and safety issues. Building code issues, complex insurance coverage and indemnification clauses for contractors and subcontractors can quickly turn a routine case into one that requires both an experienced construction accident injury attorney as well as a construction process expert.
As a victim, you do not want to make the mistake of thinking that any lawyer can handle a construction accident injury claim. At Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., we have handled major construction accident injury cases on both sides of the table, both the injured worker and the contractor’s side.
Preparing Every Case for Trial
Our construction accident injury attorneys prepare each case as if it were going to trial. Only by putting that level of preparation and energy into each case can we obtain fair compensation for our injured clients.
Even if we are able to get a settlement out of court, having a strong case ready for trial is vital in negotiations. Construction companies and other opponents will not make a sizable settlement offer unless they know that you could beat them in court. When we show them that our lawyers can and will, they start to negotiate in earnest.
The bottom line is that if you have been injured in a construction accident, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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The Minnesota construction accident injury lawyers of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. serve injured construction workers throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Catastrophic Injury Claims
As the victim of a traumatic accident that results in catastrophic injury, you do not want to make the mistake of thinking that any lawyer can handle your case. Too much is at stake. The compensation you receive through a personal injury claim may provide you with the financial security you need for the remainder of your life.
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At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our catastrophic injury lawyers prepare each case as if it were going to trial. Only by putting that level of preparation and energy into each case can we obtain fair compensation for our clients. We handle all types of catastrophic injuries, including:
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Paraplegia
- Quadriplegia
- Burn injuries
- Amputations
- Injuries resulting in wrongful death
- Other serious & severe injuries
Catastrophic injury cases should be left to experienced personal injury lawyers. Such cases are complex and involve questions of past and future medical care, wage loss and loss of earning capacity. Catastrophic injury cases almost always involve consulting with vocational, financial and medical experts.
At Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. we understand the nature of catastrophic injury cases and the importance of the claim to the victim. If you have been injured in a catastrophic injury accident, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call us at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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The Minnesota catastrophic injury lawyers of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. serve victims of serious injuries throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Dog Bite Claims
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An owner of a dog is liable for all injuries caused by that dog. Unfortunately, many dog bite cases involve small children who are left with permanent facial scars as well as psychological damage as a result of the attack.
If you or your child has been injured by a dog bite, it is important to select an attorney who has a considerable amount of experience in analyzing scar injuries, as well as the consequences of these injuries.
At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our dog bite attorneys prepare each injury case as if it were going to trial. Only by putting that level of preparation and energy into each case can we obtain fair compensation for our clients. We have tried many scar injury cases and understand how to help you get the maximum compensation for you or your injured child.
Any settlement or award for a child must be approved by a court. We are experienced in handling the financial aspects of settlement involving a child. That includes the possibility of establishing an annuity for the child where compensation begins after the child reaches the age of 18.
If you or your child has been injured by a dog bite, attacked by a pit bull, or mauled by a violent breed of dog, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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Minnesota dog bite attorneys serving victims of dog bites throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Recreational Products Claims
People often suffer serious injuries while using all kinds of recreational vehicles and other products, ranging from ATVs to trampolines. Manufacturers and sellers of such products have a duty to protect consumers from products that are defective and unreasonably dangerous. And people who own these products should have basic safety measures in place.
If you are injured by a defective or dangerous recreational product, you may be eligible for compensation from either the company responsible, through product liability litigation, or the owner of the product, through premises liability litigation. You may not know exactly who is to blame, but the experienced lawyers of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. can evaluate your situation and quickly let you know whether you have a case.
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At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our attorneys handle product liability litigation and wrongful death claims involving recreational products such as:
- Trampolines
- Swimming pools
- All terrain vehicles (ATVs)
- Motorcycles
- Personal watercraft (PWC) such as jet skis, waterjets, and other boating equipment
- Snowmobiles / snowmachines
- Minibikes
- Hazardous toys
Accidents involving the above products can often cause even worse injuries than are found in auto accidents. It is more common to have safety features, such as seat belts and air bags, in cars than in ATVs or boating equipment. And many people who have trampolines and swimming pools do not even bother with basic safety measures.
Without such safety measures, catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord injury, head injury, or brain injury, are common. People who suffer catastrophic injuries need a lifetime of care and treatments — it vital to hire a lawyer who can get you enough money to pay for them.
It is also important for the lawyer who handles a recreational products case to understand the product as well as the experts involved in the case. At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our product liability lawyers prepare each case as if it were going to trial. We will research the product and consult with qualified experts who are able to analyze the case, and testify if necessary. Only by putting that level of preparation and energy into each case can we obtain fair compensation for our injured clients or clients who have lost loved ones.
If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective recreational product, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Minnesota product liability litigation attorneys of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. serve people injured in ATV crashes, boating accidents, and other recreational product accidents throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Premises Liability Claims
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People who own homes and businesses have a legal duty to provide a reasonably safe environment for anyone who comes onto their property. If you are injured due to the negligence of a property owner, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. This area of law is also known as slip and fall liability.
Examples of premises liability claims include:
- Being injured by products falling on you in a store
- Slipping and falling on icy sidewalks or parking lots
- Falling on steps that are uneven or missing hand rails
Premises liability lawsuits are some of the hardest cases to handle. For example, juries are reluctant to award compensation to someone who slips on ice in Minnesota or Wisconsin in the winter. However, investigation may show that, despite the weather, the property owner was still negligent and, with the exercise of reasonable care, could have prevented the accident. Often, the quality of investigation at the start of the case makes all of the difference. Our lawyers understand the importance of that investigation.
At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A., our attorneys prepare each case as if it were going to trial. Only by putting that level of preparation and energy into each case can we obtain fair compensation for our injured clients and clients who have lost loved ones. We understand premises liability law.
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. toll-free at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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Medical Malpractice Claims
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Doctors, hospitals and other medical professionals have a legal duty to provide medical treatment that follows an accepted standard of care in their profession. If you have been injured or a loved one dies because a medical provider was negligent you and your family may be entitled to compensation.
Some examples of medical malpractice include:
- Misdiagnosis
- Unnecessary surgery
- Surgical mistakes (i.e. eye surgery, gastric bypass, etc.)
- Falls at hospitals or nursing homes
- Doctor negligence
- Unnecessary dental procedures
- Wrongful death
Medical malpractice injuries and claims are difficult to prove. A bad result in and of itself is not medical malpractice. You must prove that the doctor or other medical provider failed to comply with the accepted standard of care.
If you have a medical malpractice case you can be assured that the doctor or other medical professional will be represented by a very good defense lawyer. It is in your best interest to obtain an experienced malpractice attorney to handle your case. At the law firm of Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A. your case will be handled by a top trial lawyer.
If you have been injured, do not settle for lawyers who always settle. Call Tewksbury & Kerfeld, P.A.at 612-334-3399 or toll-free at 800-837-9117.
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Minnesota medical malpractice attorneys serving victims of medical negligence throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, including Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato, and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is the name given to methods to resolve disputes without the necessity of going to trial. It is a process that can be entered into by the parties directly or ordered by the court. There are a number of different methods that can be utilized either separately or in conjunction with each other.
Mediation: Mediation is often the method chosen by the parties. They select a person to be the mediator whose role is to facilitate the settlement discussions. A variety of approaches can be utilized depending on the interest of the parties and the style of the arbitrator. For personal injury cases the approach most often adopted by the mediator is to separate the litigants in different conference rooms and the mediator shuttles between them exchanging offers and demands, exploring issues that affect the outcome and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the positions of the parties. As the parties and their lawyers evaluate the issues, the parties often find themselves able to make meaningful adjustments to their negotiating positions leading to resolution of the case.
The lawyers at Tewksbury and Kerfeld are very skilled in the mediation process. Most of the cases we handle go through mediation and are frequently resolved in that forum. In addition both Mike Tewksbury and Keith Kerfeld are frequently called upon to serve as a mediator for other attorney’s cases. Together they have served in this capacity over 2,000 times handling personal injury, construction disputes and professional liability matters.
Arbitration: Arbitration is a method used to resolve a dispute in a binding manner based upon testimony of the witnesses and presentation of documentary evidence. It is similar to a trial, but is a more efficient method of case resolution. The arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators selected by the parties, are well versed in the field of law that is the subject of the dispute. A jury on the other hand rarely has any background on the issues or medical injuries and much of the time at trial is spent educating the jurors on medicine, presentation of evidence for and against the case, as well as persuasion. Since the arbitrator is familiar with the issues the procedure can be much more streamlined. On occasion the parties will agree to submit the matter to an arbitrator for determination rather than go to a jury trial. The process is often cheaper and much more time efficient than trial. The arbitration can be binding on the parties or used as an evaluative process to assist in settlement.
Special Master: On cases where there is a desire to pay on behalf of the defendant and there are limited resources available to compensate a number of claimants, the parties or the court may utilize the services of a special master. The special master is chosen based on experience with the issues being resolved. The master will devise a procedure for the claimants to follow to submit the information on the nature and extent of the losses. The master will often meet with the claimants to learn more about the losses and then determine the value of each claim. The process is similar to an arbitration, but without the contested nature of the hearing. Once the master determines the value of such claims the parties agree to pay the amount awarded or if the resources are limited agree to accept pro-rata distributions. Mr. Tewksbury has served as a special master numerous times. He was appointed by the Supreme Court to be on the panel for the distribution of proceeds from the I-35 Bridge Collapse litigation, the Cottonwood bus accident, and Yaz/Yasimine birth control litigation.
Pre-suit evaluation: Occasionally the parties will utilize an experience attorney or retired judge to listen to presentation of a case by the attorneys and review key documents. After a review the chosen evaluator will render an opinion as to what a jury will do on the liability and damage aspects of the case. This determination then can be used by the parties in their settlement negotiations. This process can be helpful if the parties are far apart in their evaluations and need the benefit of a third party review.
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