Save the Date! Starry, Starry Night Barn Dance: September 20, 2014
July 30, 2014 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Stable Pathways, a program that provides horse-assisted activities for people living with cognitive and physical challenges, is hosting a barn dance benefit for fundraising. BGS’ Legal Administrative Assistant Sarah Thies is on the Board of Directors and is assisting in organizing the event. Barna, Guzy & Steffen is also a sponsor of the event. The fundraiser will take place Saturday, September 20st, 2014. There will be an excellent BBQ dinner featuring Famous Dave’s food, a silent auction, program demonstration, and dancing with live music will follow. Tickets to the event will be $35 with proceeds going to promote Stable Pathways’ missions. Stable Pathways is located at Bunker Park Stables in Coon Rapids. It provides equine-assisted activities for people living with physical and cognitive challenges under the careful direction of either a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International Certified Instructor or a Minnesota licensed Occupational Therapist. Sarah says that therapeutic horseback riding helps riders “organize” body and brain. The horse’s gait is most similar to a human gait so riding provides a connection to a natural rhythmic movement from the horse that stimulated the rider’s body and brain. Riders at Stable Pathways have experienced positive changes in a variety of ways such as steadier balance, improved core strength, increased trunk control through side…
Read MoreBGS Attorneys Named Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2014
July 8, 2014 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Barna, Guzy and Steffen would like to congratulate their attorneys named to the 2014 Minnesota Super Lawyers lists. This year, the law firm had five Super Lawyers and three Rising Stars named to the lists. The attorneys named Super Lawyers were: John T. Buchman/Personal Injury Michael F. Hurley/Banking Jeffrey S. Johnson/Real Estate Bradley A. Kletscher/Business Litigation Steven G. Thorson/Real Estate And the Rising Stars: Timothy D. Erb/Real Estate Tammy J. Schemmel/Business Litigation Angela M. Woessner/Real Estate These attorneys will appear in the Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine published in July 2014 and distributed to attorneys in Minnesota and the ABA-accredited law school libraries. In addition, selected attorneys will also appear in the August 2014 issue of Mpls./St.Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business. Super Lawyers are chosen using peer nominations and evaluations which are combined with third party research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. The firm recognizes that it is an honor to have attorneys named Super Lawyers/Rising Stars. This acknowledgement reinforces their continuing mission to be recognized as the best and most innovative law firm in their market.
Read MoreDealing With a Dog Attack
June 26, 2014 | Adriel B. VillarrealBeing attacked by a dog or another aggressive animal can be a frightening experience. Victims of animal attacks often suffer lifelong consequences, including chronic pain, emotional trauma and even disfigurement. Unfortunately, children are often the victims of dog bites, and the injuries they sustain are usually serious. At Barna, Guzy & Steffen, we understand that an animal attack not only causes physical pain, but emotional pain as well. In some cases, cosmetic surgery and extensive treatment is required. Our personal injury lawyers work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the treatment needed to fully recover and are compensated for your medical bills. Fighting for Your Rights Minnesota law clearly states that it is the responsibility of every pet owner to ensure that their animal does not bite or attack another person. Regardless of whether or not the animal was on or off the owner’s property, the owner of the animal must keep their pet under control. The owner of the dog or aggressive animal may be held liable for: Medical bills Pain and suffering Lost wages Disfigurement and scarring Rehabilitation costs If you or a loved one have been attacked by a dog or other aggressive animal, we can help you obtain the compensation you are entitled to. We take an individualized approach…
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