Truck Accident Lawyers & Staff Members

Through a hands-on, highly personal approach, we have successfully settled over thirty $1 million plus personal injury settlements for our clients. You’ll always work directly with one of our experienced attorneys, from the first day of representation until the day your case is resolved. Unlike larger, impersonal firms, we never hand off your claim to a paralegal.

Peter Kestner

Phone: 651-209-7575
E-Mail: info@crawfordkestner.com

Peter Kestner has extensive experience with truck accident cases, both as a private attorney and representative for trucking companies. Before forming his own law firm, Peter served for 10 years as a claims adjuster and litigation manager with one of the largest tractor trailer insurers in the U.S. Through an additional insurer, he managed catastrophic claims nationwide for several notable trucking companies.

In 2001, Peter began representing individuals injured by negligent trucking companies. Peter sits on the National Advisory Board of the Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America. He has been a frequent speaker on trucking topics to the Minnesota Association of Justice and has published articles on trucking topics.

His intimate knowledge of the truck industry, and the Federal regulations that govern it, and knowledge of the inner workings of trucking insurance companies give his current practice a unique edge - and his clients a distinct advantage in these cases.

Peter has a diverse practice that includes truck and car accidents, personal injury, wrongful death, as well as business and corporate law.

In 2008, Peter was named a Rising Star by Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine for his outstanding work in personal injury law. This prestigious award is given to the top 2.5% up-and-coming attorneys in the state, following nominations from some of the nation's most accomplished lawyers.

Peter is an active member of the following: American Association for Justice, Interstate Trucking Litigation Group, 2008 Rising Star Recipient, Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, and State and local bar associations.

Peter earned his B.A. from Skidmore College in 1989 and his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in 2001. He is an active member of the American Association for Justice, the Interstate Trucking Litigation Group, the Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, the State and Local Bar Associations, and is on the National Advisory Board for the Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America.

Peter is an active member of the following:
 

• American Association for Justice
• Interstate Trucking Litigation Group
• Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association
• State and local bar associations
• National Advisory Board of the Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America

 

Gregory N. McEwen

Phone: 651-224-3833
Fax: 651-223-5790
E-Mail: gmcewen@mcewenlaw.com
 

Practice Areas:
 

• Serious Injury or Death
• Product Liability
• Insurance Claims Practices
• Business Litigation.

 

Gregory N. McEwen has the distinction of being both voted by his peers as one of the Super Lawyers in Minnesota for five years in 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009, and as one of twelve "Rising Stars" by the Minnesota Lawyer newspaper in 2002.

Mr. McEwen's peers have recognized him for the results he has consistently obtained for his clients over the years. As one of the most successful attorneys in the country, since opening a private practice in 1997, he has recovered in excess of 100 million dollars for people he represents throughout the United States. He has also obtained more than 20 verdicts and settlements in excess of 1 million dollars each.

Mr. McEwen has focused his career on complex, high stakes litigation. Whether he is representing catastrophically injured individuals against product manufacturers, insurers and others, or businesses whose owners or shareholders have been harmed, his dedication to clients is legendary.

Mr. McEwen is a member of the Million Dollar Roundtable, a member of the American Inns of Court, a member of the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Association for Justice, a member of the American Association for Justice, a member of Attorneys Information Exchange Group, and a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association. He has appeared on public radio, television, and numerous times in newspapers, including a case that was highlighted in the New York Times.



Recent Results

$1.5 million settlement - 2008

When a propane explosion in a Richland, Iowa home killed seven people and injured eight, Greg McEwen obtained a $20 million settlement after the eight survivors sued the homeowners and various companies in the supply and distribution chain responsible for the propane and the pipeline on the homeowners' land. The case reportedly is the largest personal injury settlement in Iowa history.

A $9.6 million verdict for two victims of an anhydrous ammonia tank explosion. One plaintiff suffered severe chemical burns and another died when an anhydrous ammonia tank ruptured, spilling 1,500 gallons of the chemical, and then exploded. It was found that there was a failure to warn users about the necessity for periodic inspections and testing of anhydrous ammonia tanks and about the dangers of the chemical. See in news.

Greg McEwen earned a $8.3 million settlement by representing a husband and wife who had complained about a gas smell in their house, but were assured that nothing was wrong. Days before the explosion which killed the husband and burned more than 50% of the wife's body, the plaintiffs' gas detectors were set off. One of the defendants told the plaintiffs to unplug the detectors because they were too sensitive. The settlement was reached through arbitration.

Greg McEwen earned a $4.9 million settlement by representing a middle-aged woman who was injured when the weight loss drug she was using was recalled.

When Greg McEwen's clients' home exploded, Greg was able to prove that the defendants did not warn them about a defective propane warning system, and he was able to obtain a $3 million settlement.

In several other propane matters involving home explosions and the respective defendants' failure to warn the plaintiffs about a defective propane warning system, Greg McEwen obtained $1.8 million, $1.7 million, and $1.45 million for his respective clients.

When a plaintiff suffered burns on 29% of his body, including 2nd and 3rd degree burns to his face due to a retailer and other defendants' failure to warn of the defective nature of a propane warning agent, Greg McEwen obtained a $1.25 million settlement for the plaintiff.

A Ford Explorer swerved to avoid a deer, causing the vehicle to roll over. The passenger sustained a spinal injury, rendering him paraplegic. The $1.125 million settlement Greg McEwen obtained provided for the young man's future care, rehabilitation and security. This is the first lawsuit in Minnesota involving the alleged tendency of Ford Explorers to roll over.

Greg McEwen was able to obtain a $1.049 million recovery for a middle-aged woman due to a recalled drug used for weight loss.

A $1 million settlement was recovered by Greg McEwen for a 78-year-old woman due to a recalled drug.



Education
 

• Valparaiso University School of Law, J.D. (1996)
   
• Concordia College, B.A.
   
• Luther Seminary, M. Div.
   

Publications
 

• Preparation of the LP Gas, Fire, or Explosion Case from Investigation Through Trial, National Association of Subrogation Professionals - Subrogator - 2005
   

Professional Associations
 

• Minnesota Association for Trial Lawyers
   
• Board of Governors (2004 - 2009)
   
• The American Association for Justice (1997 - Present)
   
• Minnesota Bar Association
   

Professional Recognition

 

• Super Lawyers, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008 & 2009
   
• Million Dollar Advocates Forum
   
• Mpls/St. Paul Magazine "Top Lawyers," 2004 & 2006
   
• Minnesota Law & Politics, Minnesota's Top Personal Injury Attorneys, 2004 - 2009
   

Bar Admissions
 

• All Minnesota Courts
   
• Pro hac vice Admission in U.S. District Courts: Iowa, Idaho, North Dakota and Nebraska.
   
• Pro hac vice Admission in State Courts: Mississippi, North Dakota and Iowa
   

Professional Presentations
 

• Oops They Did It Again! Overcoming Common Defense Strategies and Tactics - Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, January 14, 2005
   
• Premises Liability - Explosions, November 13, 2002
   
• Fire! - Back to the Basics, Minnesota Institute of Legal Education, February 12, 2002
   

Media

Greg McEwen has made several media appearances including appearances on:

 

• KARE TV (Minneapolis/St. Paul)
   
• KSTP TV (Minneapolis/St. Paul)
   
• WCCO TV (Minneapolis/St. Paul)
   
• Minnesota Lawyer
   
• New York Times
   
• Pioneer Press (St. Paul)
   
• Star Tribune (Minneapolis)
   
• Forum (Fargo, ND)
   
• Herald (Grand Forks, ND)

Arlene Andrews

Phone: 651-224-3833

Fax: 651-223-5790

E-Mail: aandrews@mcewenlaw.com 

Arlene Andrews holds a paralegal degree from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College in Indiana.

She has worked in the legal field for over 30 years and has extensive experience in the areas of personal injury complex litigation and products liability.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Samantha Tschida

Phone: 651-224-3833
Fax: 651-223-5790
E-Mail: stschida@mcewenlaw.com

Samantha Tschida graduated from the Minnesota School of Business in 2003 with her A.A.S in Paralegal Studies. She has worked in the legal field for over 8 years.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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