Minnesota Burn Attorney & Lawyer
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.
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)
STAFF MEMBERS
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.
Monica Vanstralen
Phone: 651-224-3833
Fax: 651-223-5790
E-Mail:
mvanstralen@mcewenlaw.com
Monica Vanstralen holds a paralegal degree from Univ. Wisconsin – Superior and holds various degrees/certificates from Lake Superior College and College Of St. Benedict in Minnesota.
She has worked in the legal field for over 15 years and has extensive experience in the areas of personal injury, product liability, and complex litigation.
Monica handles all of our Mass Torts.
