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Dram Shop Liability and Wrongful Death

MINNESOTA WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY FOR DRUNK DRIVING AND DRAM SHOP CASES:  Minnesota wrongful death attorney Fred Pritzker has gained a national reputation for excellence and has been interviewed by the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, ABC, CBS and others.  In recognition of his achievements, he has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America.  To contact Fred Pritzker or another wrongful death attorney at Pritzker | Olsen, P.A., please call toll-free at 1-888-377-8900 or submit the firm's online consultation form.

Minnesota Law Regarding Dram Shop Liability and Wrongful Death

Under Minnesota Statutes, section 340A.502, it is illegal for bars, restaurants and other places where liquor is sold (dram shops) to give, sell or furnish alcoholic beverages for consumption by an obviously intoxicated person.  If a dram shop does that, the dram shop is liable for any resulting injury or death.  For example, if a drunk driver hits another vehicle and kills the other driver or a passenger, the dram shop is liable and will have to compensate the surviving spouse and next of kin.

A wrongful death case against a dram shop does not require the appointment of a trustee.  Instead, the surviving spouse and next of kin each bring their own claim.  Read about Minnesota wrongful death cases against a party other than a dram shop. 

Wrongful death cases against dram shops have strict, statutory deadlines.  Notice of the claim must be given within 240 days of hiring an attorney, and a lawsuit must begin within two years of the illegal sale of alcohol.

If your spouse or next of kin was killed in a car accident and that person or another driver was intoxicated, you may have a wrongful death claim against a dram shop.  To contact a wrongful death lawyer at Pritzker | Olsen, P.A. for a free consultation regarding your possible dram shop claim, call toll-free at 1-888-377-8900, e-mail Fred Pritzker or fill out the firm's online-consultation form. 

PritzkerOlsen has recovered millions for families of wrongful death victims, including a recent settlement for $6,425,000.  In recognition of their achievements, they have been named "Minnesota Super Lawyers" by Minnesota Law and Politics.  Both are sought-after speakers on personal injury and trial practice issues.


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