Do I need an Expensive Lawyer for my Personal Injury Case?
February 9, 2018 | Adriel B. VillarrealHave 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…
Read MoreTransportation 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.
Read MoreBGS Joins the Duluth Superior Transportation Association
January 16, 2018 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.The Transportation Department at BGS is involved with many transportation related organizations, and recently joined the Duluth Superior Transportation Association (DSTA). The DSTA has more than 100 active members in a variety of transportation industries, including aerospace, rail, trucking, logistics, and maritime. Within those industries DSTA members include transportation companies, manufacturers, commercial shippers, supply chain managers, and government agencies. In addition to regular meetings that focus on transportation-related topics, the DSTA also sponsors tours of facilities that are of interest to members and group activities. In keeping with its mission to enhance the community, it also offers scholarships and sponsors community events. Carole Clark Isakson and Jackie Campbell of BGS recently enjoyed attending the DSTA holiday dinner and auction at the Black Bear Casino and Resort in Carlton, MN. A highlight of the evening was reconnecting with company owners with whom they had worked over a decade ago! The food was excellent, the auction was entertaining, and money was raised to support the DSTA Scholarship Fund. This fund was set up to offer an annual scholarship to a student/students in the Transportation and Logistics program at the University of Wisconsin in Superior. BGS is looking forward to attending future DSTA events, and is proud to be a member of the DSTA!
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