Otten & Associates

For more than three decades, Otten Law Offices has provided vigorous representation for its clients, helping them chart a legal course that leads to a successful result. Established on a foundation of personal injury practice by Paul Otten, the firm also offers criminal defense representation.

Paul Otten, who is widely recognized and has been named among America's Leading Lawyers, continues the firm's tradition of providing aggressive representation for clients.The firm has concern for the individuals, families and organizations served, a results orientation, and high competency and professionalism.

Insurance companies usually require significant documentation of injuries including medical records and bills, a report from your doctor identifying the extent of your injury, documentation of wage loss and photographs of scarring. Proof that a threshold (see below) has been met is required.

The no-fault law provides that a person who is injured as a result of an automobile accident in Minnesota may commence a lawsuit for noneconomic loss, otherwise known as pain and suffering or general damages, where one or more of the following thresholds are met as a result of the accident Minn.Minnesota is a no-fault state, which means that your own automobile insurance company pays your medical expenses.

A 68-year-old man was stopped at a red light in Minneapolis when he was rear-ended by an inattentive driver. After months of conservative treatment with no relief of his pain, this gentleman underwent injections in his back and eventually endured surgeries on his lower back. The insurance company doubted that these severe injuries could be related to this modest rear-end collision.

Attorney Paul Otten meets with clients in his office, at hospitals, and in homes. He gathers information including the facts about how the accident occurred, the injuries sustained and medical treatment. He works with insurance companies throughout the process. Settlements often begin about year after an injury.

A trial attorney for more than 30 years, W. Paul Otten practices in the areas of personal injury and criminal defense. He represents individuals and families who have suffered a significant personal injury or the loss of a loved one; including those involved in automobile collisions, medical malpractice claims, slip and fall cases and dog attacks.