Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer minneapolis

Injured by a Drunk Driver?

At Lord + Heinlein, we understand the devastation of losing a loved one at the hands of a drunk driver. In 1989 our Managing Partner, Priscilla Lord, lost her 19 year-old son to a drunk driver. We understand the anguish of being injured or losing a loved one due to another’s selfish decision to get behind the wheel after drinking.

First Steps to Take if You Are Injured by a Drunk Driver

  1. Call the police and try to keep the at-fault driver at the scene. Make sure you gather the at-fault driver's information, including name, contact information, and insurance policy information.
  2. Seek emergency medical attention.
  3. Photograph your injuries both immediately and throughout the healing process. Also photograph any property damage, including damage to your vehicle.
  4. Contact an experienced auto accident attorney.
  5. Keep a journal to record your pain as you heal, so you can recall this later.

What Are My Rights?

You have the same rights as any victim of a car crash, plus the potential right to additional compensation from a bar if it can be proven that they overserved alcohol to the at-fault driver. This is known type of action is known as a Dram Shop lawsuit. Under Minn. Stat. § 304A.801, a liquor establishment (usually a bar, restaurant, or liquor store) can be held liable for injuries stemming from the intoxication of the drunk driver, if the sale was illegal.

Generally, illegal sales include:

  1. Sales to a minor.
  2. Sales to an obviously intoxicated person
  3. Sales made during a prohibited time of day/day of the week.

How We Can Help

We are trusted personal injury attorneys and have 40+ years of combined legal experience and a proven track record of representing victims of drunk driving in Minnesota. We also help people like you with a level of personal investment that most firms cannot match. Here are 5 reasons to speak to us if you've been injured in a drunk driving accident in Minnesota:

  • We listen – Our personal attention uncovers key details others miss
  • We are tough – We doggedly pursue the best result and aren't afraid to take on big insurance companies
  • We are experienced and trusted – We have 40+ years of combined legal expertise and a proven track record of success
  • We use a team approach – We collaborate to strategize a winning solution
  • We are accessible – Your attorney is always easy to reach


Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the possible insurance claims a victim has following a motorcycle, automobile or truck accident?
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What are the first things I should I do if I am in a car, truck or other motor vehicle accident?
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What if some of my personal property was damaged in the crash?
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What if the insurance company refuses to pay me for the damage to my automobile?
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Who will cover my medical expenses after my car accident?
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What is a no-fault claim after a car accident?
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Is my car accident injury serious enough for a lawsuit?
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How will I be compensated if I am hit by an underinsured or uninsured driver?
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Who pays for what in a car accident in Minnesota?
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Who will cover my medical expenses after my car or bicycle accident?
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Will no-fault insurance cover my lost wages?
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Will no-fault insurance pay for help around the house if I am so injured that I can't do household tasks?
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Does no-fault provide coverage if a loved one is killed in a car accident?
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Can no-fault insurance stop paying me?
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What is no-fault stacking coverage and should I make sure I have it?
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What types of accidents are not covered under the no-fault act?
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What is a bodily injury claim?
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What is the value of my bodily injury (“liability”) claim?
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What are my legal rights if I am injured by a drunk driver"
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Can I bring a dram shop claim against a bar or restaurant so they can be held liable for damages caused by an intoxicated patron?
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What things must be proven in court when bringing a Dram Shop Claim?
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Who has the right to sue the bar that over-served the drunk driver who seriously injured or killed another person?
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Can I punish the drunk driver who caused our crash and the resulting injuries and death?
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What Is Social Host liability?
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Why Is Social Host liability important?
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When and why would I bring a wrongful death claim in my loved one's death?
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How much time do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Minnesota?

Free Resources

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What is My Case Worth
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Social Host Law
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No Fault Survivor Benefits
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Information for Victims of Drunk Driving
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Anatomy of a Lawsuit