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…
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Attorney Jim Schwebel Named “Minneapolis Best Lawyers Personal Injury Litigator of the Year” For 2014
Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, P.A. is proud to announce that Jim Schwebel has been named "Minneapolis Best Lawyers Personal Injury Litigator of the Year" for 2014. Jim founded what is now Minnesota’s largest law practice specializing in personal injury litigation. He and his partners lead a team of 19 attorneys and over 45 employees who…
Motorcyclist Fatalities in Minnesota Emphasize Need for Safety
Newly released statistics have starkly illustrated the necessity of safety precautions when riding motorcycles in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota state government, motorcycle accident fatalities are up compared to 2012. At this time last year, eighteen motorcycle deaths had been reported, whereas of July 2013, twenty-six riders have lost their lives this year. Regrettably, five…
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Twelve Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben Attorneys Named 2013 Minnesota Super Lawyers
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (July 8, 2013) – The law firm of Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben is pleased to announce that 12 of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the Minnesota Super Lawyers listing for 2013. Among the firm’s lawyers who have been honored with the “Super Lawyer” status are Jim Schwebel, John Goetz, William…
2012 Traffic Crash Report: Deaths Up 7 Percent from 2011
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Traffic Safety, Minnesota experienced 395 traffic-related deaths in 2012, up seven percent from 2011 and the first increase since 2007. This increase can likely be attributed to more miles traveled by motorists and a mild winter, which reduces the amount of caution drivers use on…
May is National Bike Month
National Bike Month gives riders an opportunity to enjoy a healthy, fun hobby while learning more about staying safe on the road. Bicyclists can avoid many injuries by staying proactive about safety, but the actions of other people on the road could result in an unavoidable accident. National Bike Month National Bike Month is focused…
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The 2013 Twin Cities Heart Walk Raises Over $2 Million for the American Heart Association
SG&S legal secretary Paofu Yang was one of over 20,000 people who participated in the 2013 Twin Cities Heart Walk over the weekend. The walk has raised over $2 Million for the American Heart Association. They will continue to accept donations until May 29th. If you would like to donate, please visit their website….
May Is Motorcycle Awareness Month in Minnesota
It’s difficult for people to see the motorcyclists around them when they are driving on Minnesota’s roads and highways. That’s why motorcyclists must be proactive in their quest to remain safe while riding their bikes. They cannot assume that other drivers can see them because after collisions occur, motorists have stated that they either didn’t…
Minnesota Teen Driver Deaths Rise: Tips for Safe Driving
More teens have died in car accidents in the months of April, May and June over the past three years than in any of the other months of the year. This statistic encouraged the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety to implore parents to teach their children about safe driving as they…
A Runner’s Response to the Boston Marathon Tragedy
We have a pretty large running community here in the office. So the tragic events that took place at the Boston Marathon last week really hit home for several of our employees. Here is one reaction from a memeber of our staff: “As a runner, the Boston Marathon is the Holy Grail. It is a…