Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer for Accident Victims Across the State
After an accident in Minnesota, your first source of benefits is usually your own no-fault policy, but serious injuries often require a claim against the at-fault party as well. Kaufman & Lynd represents injured people throughout Minnesota, and Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman is licensed to practice in the state. We offer a free, confidential case review, and you pay no fees unless we win.
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Minnesota personal injury claims at a glance
- Filing deadline
- 6 years for negligence; 3 years for wrongful death
- Fault rule
- Recovery allowed if your fault is not greater than the defendant's
- Insurance
- No-fault state with $40,000 in PIP benefits
- Your attorney
- Jeffrey S. Kaufman is licensed to practice law in Minnesota and 17 other states.
- Cost to you
- Free consultation and no fees unless we win.
Minnesota injury attorneys
Why Minnesota Injury Victims Choose Kaufman & Lynd
Licensed in Minnesota
Attorney Jeffrey S. Kaufman is a licensed Minnesota attorney, so you work directly with a lawyer admitted to practice in your state.
Decades of experience
Partners Jeffrey Kaufman and Craig Lynd have worked together since 1997 and have been responsible for more than fifty thousand cases.
No fees unless we win
You pay nothing upfront, and your consultation is always free and 100% confidential.
Trusted by clients
Kaufman & Lynd holds a 4.9-star rating from more than 750 Google reviews.
Recognized legal commentary
Our attorneys have been called on for legal analysis by CNN, MSNBC, CNN Business, and Fox News.
Every case is personal
You get individualized attention and regular updates, not a case number.
Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman
Personal injury attorney · Licensed in Minnesota
Accident risks
Common Accident Risks in Minnesota
Minnesota winters bring snow, ice, and whiteout conditions that cause chain-reaction crashes on I-94, I-35W, I-35E, I-494, and I-694 around the Twin Cities. Rural highways such as US-169 and US-52 carry farm equipment and commercial trucks at highway speeds. Icy sidewalks and parking lots also make slip and fall injuries a common and serious problem from November through March.
How we can help
Minnesota Personal Injury Cases We Handle
If someone else's negligence caused your injury in Minnesota, we can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. Our Minnesota practice includes:
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Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
Know your rights
Minnesota Personal Injury Laws You Should Know
Every state sets its own rules for injury claims. These are the Minnesota rules that most often affect what you can recover and when you must act.
Statute of limitations
Minnesota generally allows six years for negligence-based personal injury claims (Minn. Stat. § 541.05). Wrongful death claims must be filed within three years of death, and no later than six years from the act that caused it (§ 573.02).
Modified comparative negligence
Under Minn. Stat. § 604.01, you can recover as long as your fault is not greater than the fault of the party you are suing. Your damages are reduced by your share of fault.
No-fault PIP
Minnesota requires $40,000 in basic economic loss benefits: $20,000 for medical expenses and $20,000 for non-medical losses such as lost wages and replacement services.
Tort threshold
To sue an at-fault driver for pain and suffering, you generally need more than $4,000 in medical expenses, 60 days or more of disability, permanent injury, permanent disfigurement, or death (Minn. Stat. § 65B.51).
Minimum liability limits
$30,000 per person, $60,000 per accident, and $10,000 for property damage, plus uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.
Government claims
Claims against cities, counties, and the State generally require written notice within 180 days.
After an accident
What to Do After an Accident in Minnesota
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Get to safety and call 911.
Request police and medical help, and ask for a copy of the crash or incident report.
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See a doctor right away.
Some injuries, including concussions and internal injuries, do not show symptoms for hours or days.
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Notify your no-fault insurer quickly.
Minnesota no-fault benefits require timely notice, and early documentation helps establish whether you meet the tort threshold.
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Document everything.
Take photos of the scene, vehicles, and injuries, and collect names and contact information for witnesses.
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Avoid recorded statements to the other insurer.
Insurance adjusters may use your words to reduce or deny your claim.
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Call a Minnesota personal injury lawyer.
A free consultation helps you understand your rights before important deadlines pass.
Communities we serve
Serving Injury Victims Across Minnesota
We represent injured people throughout Minnesota, including Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, St. Cloud, Eagan, and Mankato, as well as smaller towns and rural communities statewide. Our main office is located at 200 E. Robinson St., Suite 400, Orlando, Florida, and we work with Minnesota clients by phone, video conference, and secure online document sharing, so you can focus on your recovery.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Minnesota?
Most negligence claims have a six-year deadline, but wrongful death claims have three years, and government claims require notice within 180 days.
When can I sue the other driver in Minnesota?
When your medical expenses exceed $4,000 or you have 60 or more days of disability, permanent injury, permanent disfigurement, or death.
What does Minnesota no-fault insurance cover?
Up to $20,000 in medical expenses and $20,000 in non-medical losses like lost income, regardless of who caused the crash.
Is Kaufman & Lynd licensed in Minnesota?
Yes. Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman is licensed in Minnesota and represents Minnesota clients remotely.
Do I pay anything upfront?
No. Consultations are free, and there are no fees unless we win.
Talk to a Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer Today
If you or someone you love was hurt in Minnesota, you do not have to face the insurance companies alone. Call Kaufman & Lynd at (407) 500-JEFF or complete our free case evaluation form. Your information is kept 100% confidential, and there are no fees unless we win.