How Can a Family Law Attorney Help Me?

February 27, 2018  |  Elizabeth A. Schading

We all know that when you go through family disputes, they are tough and can really put a strain on your life. Your emotions run high and it can be difficult to see light at the end of the tunnel.   But, this is where a family attorney comes in. An attorney provides you with the representation you need to get through the legal issues that can accompany divorce, child custody and support, helping to reduce this strain and reach the best solution for you. Whether it is negotiating with the other party or creating a settlement plan, a family attorney Coon Rapids is exactly what you need when you are dealing with domestic problems. So, let’s take a more detailed look into how a family law attorney can help you.   Divorce Divorces are not only upsetting and an emotional time in people’s lives, but they also cause a lot of upheaval and big changes. This means that it is easy for things to get complicated and a family attorney in Coon Rapids is always recommended to help the husband or wife through the divorce process. Every case will be different, with property that has to be divided, as well as cars, pensions and other assets. Of course, things are not always…

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Do I need an Expensive Lawyer for my Personal Injury Case?

February 9, 2018  |  Adriel B. Villarreal

Have you found yourself injured in an accident that was not your fault and was caused by someone else’s negligence? This is what we call a personal injury case and it can include a lot of accidents, whether you were in a car crash, an assault or slipped and fell when you were at work. While you are recovering from the shock and any injuries you have sustained, it is natural think about how you can get your personal injury case started. After all, the accident wasn’t your fault and you are entitled to compensation. One of the most common questions when it comes to personal injury cases is whether you need an expensive lawyer or if you should handle the case yourself. There is nothing stopping you from handling your own personal injury case. but, it is important to be aware of what you are getting yourself into before do you this, especially if you are suffering from a serious injury and need time for recover. To begin with, your case will be stressful and there is a lot of work that goes into the process of proving the other party was at fault for the accident. Knowing the law and what you have to do during your claim can be complicated…

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Transportation Lawyer Association Regional Conference 2018

February 1, 2018  |  Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.

Barna Guzy and Steffen attorney Carole Clark Isakson recently represented the firm’s transportation department and attended the regional conference of the Transportation Lawyers Association (“TLA”) in Chicago.  The TLA is an independent bar association, comprised of in-house, government and private practice attorneys.  Its members assist providers and commercial users of domestic and international logistics and transportation services, in all modes.  Because TLA members are all attorneys, one of its primary purposes is to keep its members ahead of the constant changes in the specialized legal environment governing all aspects of the supply chain and passenger travel.   TLA members come from all over the country to attend these educational conferences.   This year’s TLA conference included discussion of cross border shipments, continuing implementation of electronic logging devices in trucks, the ever shifting dynamics of risk allocation among the various parties to shipping contracts, and employment issues particular to the transportation industry.   BGS lawyers consistently seek out educational opportunities to stay abreast of changes in the law (or industry) that may impact our clients.    

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