Safety Spotlight: Minnesota Motorcycle Accidents and Fatalities on the Rise
The arrival of pleasant Minnesota weather has drawn more people out riding motorcycles lately, which has unfortunately resulted in more motorcycle accidents on the road. According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (MNDPS), a total of five people died in motorcycle crashes last week in Minnesota. This brought the total of motorcycle-related fatalities to…
Christian Alvarado Discusses His Motorcycle Accident and Experience with Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben
Christian Alvarado was riding his motorcycle on Highway 61 at about 9:30 p.m. when a car pulled out right in front of him and struck him. Christian was found 300 feet from the intersection where he landed on the median with a badly damaged foot. When Christian looked down and saw how bad his injuries…
Tasha Schuh Continues to Inspire Others 16 Years after Life-changing 16-foot Fall
In 1997, 16-year-old Tasha Schuh was practicing for a performance of “The Wizard of Oz” when everything changed. Stage hands wanted to change the scenery, so Tasha stepped back to give them more space. Unbeknownst to her, a trap door had been opened behind her, and she fell 16 feet to the concrete below. When…
Minnesota Motorcycle Awareness: Safe Driving Tips for Motorists
Motorcycle season has returned to Minnesota, and this makes it imperative for motorcyclists and other motorists to take the necessary precautions to keep everyone safe. Sadly, motorcycle rider fatalities in Minnesota increased by 7 percent in 2013, and the first death of 2014 occurred on March 11 after a 30-year-old man hit a pothole and…
Motorcycle Season in Minnesota: Safe Rider Training and Tips
After a long, cold winter, many motorcycle owners enjoy nothing more than venturing out for a pleasant spring ride at the first sign of warm weather, leading to an increase in motorcycle traffic on Minnesota roads. Unfortunately, 2014 has seen the second earliest motorcycle-related death. On March 11, a 30-year old man lost his life…
End Distracted Driving: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Since 2010, the U.S. Department of Transportation has designated April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving occurs whenever a motorist focuses on something other than the road: Phone calls, text messages, online videos, and food are a few examples. Such distractions can last mere seconds, but the consequences can lead to long-lasting tragedy….
Minnesota DWI Confessions (Part 2 of 3)
The three-part public service video series distributed by the Office of Traffic Safety, a division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, presents the real-life consequences drunk drivers face upon their arrest. The series, entitled "DWI Confessions: Real People. Real Stories," is designed to discourage driving while intoxicated (DWI) by presenting the true testimonials of…
Minnesota Supreme Court Gives Immunity to Deputy Who Ran a Red Light Without a Siren
On Christmas day, 2009, Hennepin County sheriff’s deputy Jason Majeski responded to a call regarding a burglary in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. While driving to the scene, his marked K-9 SUV struck a passenger car, causing serious injuries to Jolene Vassallo, the car’s driver. On Wednesday, February 12, 2014, Minnesota’s Supreme Court ruled that Deputy Majeski…
Family Trusts Minnesota Personal Injury Law Firm Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben in Aftermath of Deadly Car Accident
Gail Miller’s mother and brother were nearly home when a speeding vehicle brought tragedy to their doorstep. The two, who had just returned from an outing, were turning into the driveway of the mother’s home when the unimaginable happened. A reckless driver clocked at a speed of 60 miles per hour T-boned their car, killing…
Minnesota DWI Confessions (Part 1 of 3)
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Traffic Safety has created a group of online video testimonials as part of its ongoing campaign against driving while intoxicated (DWI). Called “DWI Confessions,” this series consists of three harrowing installments. The first features an unnamed young adult who explains what happened when he drove after having…
Minnesota Traffic Deaths Decrease in 2013 Along with Vehicle Miles Traveled Rates
Preliminary reports indicate that the number of Minnesota traffic deaths has decreased in 2013. There is also evidence that the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) fatality rate has decreased. Law enforcement officials are enthusiastic about the decreasing number of traffic deaths over the past decade. According to preliminary numbers, 375 traffic fatalities occurred in 2013, but…
Safe Winter Driving in Minnesota
As we usher in a New Year the winter weather season is upon us in Minnesota. Of course, this time of year also comes with a change in the weather, something Minnesota residents know all too well. If you’re planning to travel this winter, make sure you keep your wits about you. The roads can…
Six Attorneys from the Law Firm of Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben Discuss Car Accident Litigation
Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the law firm of Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben works tirelessly for those who have been injured or killed in a serious accident. Read or watch six experienced personal injury attorneys from the firm discuss the best course of action to take if you or a loved one has been injured in…
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Jim and Mary Schwebel Help the Compassion Without Borders Organization Deliver Life Saving Aid to Feral Dogs in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico
Originally posted by Compassion Without Borders The point where the Sonoran desert in Mexico butts up against the Sea of Cortez represents such a dramatic contrast it can feel surreal. Parched, rugged land, desperate for even a drop of moisture suddenly drops off into a seemingly endless expanse of water, far beyond what the eye can…
Minnesota Campaign Designed To Deter DWI Injuries And Deaths
Approximately 30,000 Minnesota drivers are arrested every year for DWI. In the last five years, drunk drivers were responsible for almost 600 deaths which could have been prevented if the motorists had driven sober or let a sober person drive instead. St. Paul’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign was in effect from August…
Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben 10 Points of Service Credo
The Service Credo will be known, practiced, owned and fulfilled by all of us: CORNERSTONE STATEMENT At some point throughout the day our clients will come in contact with us. At that moment in time, we will be Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben. Our entire reputation as a law firm is in our hands. We will…
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Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben Adds Experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney Cole Dixon
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (October 14, 2013) – Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben welcomes Cole J. Dixon, a personal injury litigation attorney, to their legal team. He brings experience and compassion for helping injured persons with him to the firm. Cole obtained his Juris Doctor in 2007 from the University of South Dakota, School of Law. He received his…
How Does a Law Firm Help You During a Legal Battle?
If you have been injured in an accident, you already understand the stress that comes with the experience. In addition to the physical pain, you also face the anxiety associated with medical care and the ongoing efforts to receive just compensation for your injuries. Ideally, things will go as smoothly as possible following an accident,…
Six Attorneys Discuss the Importance of Selecting a Qualified Attorney to Pursue Your Personal Injury Claim
The law firm of Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, located in Minneapolis, MN, has focused exclusively on handling personal injury cases for over 40 years. Watch or listen to six attorneys from Minnesota’s largest personal injury law firm speak about the importance of selecting a qualified attorney to pursue your personal injury claim. By contacting the…
Nine Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben Attorneys Named Best Lawyers For 2014
Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben is pleased to announce nine attorneys have been named Best Lawyers in America 2014 edition. The attorneys, who were nominated by their peers for the listing, include Jim Schwebel, John Goetz, Bill Sieben, Paul Godlewski, Richard Nygaard, Peter Riley, Bob Schmitz, Richard Tousignant and Jim Weinmeyer. Best Lawyers is considered a…