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Meshbesher & Spence, a leading personal injury law firm in Minnesota, is proud to announce that partners Nate Dahl and Eric Palmer have been named Attorneys of the Year by Minnesota Lawyer. This recognition celebrates their exceptional representation of clients in personal injury matters, particularly highlighted by a recent landmark case in Sherburne County. Nate […]

Meshbesher & Spence Lawyers Nate Dahl and Eric Palmer Secure Multi-Million Dollar Verdict for Injured Clients Elk River— February 10, 2023 — On February 10, 2023, Zimmerman residents secured a $5.8 million verdict against Brokings Transport of Grand Rapids, Inc., a trucking company, in the Sherburne County District Court.  This civil lawsuit stemmed from a […]

Eric Palmer, a personal injury lawyer and partner at Meshbesher & Spence, was honored as the Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Minnesota Association for Justice (MAJ). This accolade recognizes only those attorneys who showcase exemplary skill and dedication in the courtroom. “These repeated trial victories are the product of our committed team members […]

Meshbesher & Spence is proud to share that our esteemed partner, Genevieve Zimmerman, has been recognized as one of the “Top Women in Law” by Minnesota Lawyer. This accolade is a testament to Genevieve’s profound impact on the mass torts legal community and her unwavering dedication to her clients. The award spotlights outstanding female attorneys […]

Meshbesher & Spence is thrilled to announce that two of its partners, Genevieve Zimmerman and Josh Tuchscherer, have been recognized by the Minnesota Lawyer as members of the Power 30 list. This is the 3rd year in a row Genevieve and Josh have received this honor.  This honor is given to a select group of […]

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly one in five Americans has some kind of disability, and 1 in 10 has a severe disability. With an aging population of baby boomers and the likelihood of having a disability increasing with age, the growth in the number of people with disabilities can be expected to accelerate in the coming decades.

For those with disabil…

A fungal meningitis outbreak linked to steroid shots has claimed another life in Tennessee.

According to the CDC, there are now 419 cases and 30 deaths with fungal infections linked to steroid injections.

The number of confirmed fungal meningitis cases in Minnesota is now 11. There have been no deaths in Minnesota.

Cases have occurred in 19 states including Flori…

Old Man Winter returned to Minnesota with a vengeance yesterday. The heaviest snowstorm to hit Minnesota since 2011 brought up to sixteen inches of snow and hampered travel for nearly the entire state.

Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Cloud and several suburban communities declared snow emergencies with parking restrictions in effect until the streets have been plowed…

Last year, we reviewed the Department of Public Safety’s Minnesota Motor Vehicle Crash Facts 2010 to point out how far Minnesota has come in terms of car accidents over the years. Now, the 2011 version of that document has been released, …

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Minneapolis bicycle commuters have grown by a little over 31% in the five-year period between 2006 and 2011, making us the #4 city for biking in the nation. However, those numbers only reflect those who choose to commute to work on their bikes. In 2012, Minneapolis Public Works and Bike Walk Twin Cities released bicyclist traffic count …