Fall in Galina, Illinois
October 27, 2015 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.BGS Labor and Employment shareholder Scott Lepak spent Sunday, October 25 in Galina, Illinois as an instructor for the National Public Employers Labor Relations Association at its Labor Relations Academy. Participants in this Academy are working toward becoming Certified Labor Relations Professionals. Scott is a regular instructor for this program and is happy to share his 25+ years of experience as a chief labor negotiator with up and coming labor negotiators. Participants always get a kick out of the fact that Scott started doing labor negotiations when people would smoke at the negotiations table and shout at each other (well actually there still is some shouting once in a while in negotiations). Scott says that this academy is one of his favorites because fall colors in Galina are spectacular and Galina is a great place to spend time in all of the local establishments. BGS is particularly happy to have had Scott at this conference because he brought back Apple Cider donuts.
Read MoreIssues Caused by Car Accidents in Minnesota
August 14, 2015 | Adriel B. VillarrealThousands of car accidents happen every year in the state of Minnesota. While some drivers walk away unharmed, countless others are not so lucky. Serious injuries, fatalities and extensive damage are often the result of car accidents caused by negligent or impaired drivers. The victims of these accidents are often left with costly medical bills and lost income. The emotional trauma of the incident causes both the injured victim and their family grief and heartache. If you’re going through the aftermath of a car accident, contact BGS today for a free consultation about your specific situation. Common Causes of Car Accidents There are numerous factors that can cause a car accident, but some of the most common ones include: Distracted drivers Texting and driving Cell phone use Speeding Hazardous roadways Driving under the influence When another person is to blame for your injuries, it doesn’t matter what the cause is, but understanding why the accident took place will help you prove your case. Injuries Caused by Car Accidents Car accidents can cause a wide range of personal injury; some minor and others catastrophic. We have worked with car accident victims who have suffered: Burn injuries Spinal cord injuries Brain injuries Lacerations Broken bones Back and neck injuries Internal injuries Concussions If you have…
Read MoreBGS Attorneys Named Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
July 10, 2015 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Barna, Guzy and Steffen would like to congratulate their attorneys named to the 2015 Minnesota Super Lawyers lists. This year, the law firm had five Super Lawyers and two 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 These attorneys will appear in the Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine published in August 2015 and distributed to attorneys in Minnesota and the ABA-accredited law school libraries. In addition, selected attorneys will also appear in the August 2015 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. It is an honor to have attorneys named Super Lawyers/Rising Stars. This acknowledgement reinforces the firm’s continuing mission to be recognized as the best and most innovative law firm in their market.
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