Eric Michael Palmer

Eric Michael Palmer

also known as Eric Palmer, Eric M. Palmer

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Trucking accident Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Trucking Accident, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury

1300 Godward St, Suite 4000, Minneapolis, MN

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Trucking Accident 60%

Eric Palmer is a litigator that focuses on trucking collisions. Eric has secured record-setting and multimillion dollar verdicts in trucking cases. He has been recognized as an Attorney of the Year and Trial Lawyer of the Year for his results.

19 years

60%
Car Accident 25%

Eric Palmer is a Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer. He represents individuals that have been injured in car accidents throughout the state of Minnesota. He helps to coordinate insurance benefits between No Fault Benefits, Liability, UIM/UM policies, and various health insurances.

19 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-220 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 18 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2007

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Keller, Woods & Thompson, PA

1300 Godward St, Suite 4000, Minneapolis, MN, 55413

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Eric Michael Palmer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (1)
1 star (0)

Posted by Omar | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Omar

Had a back injury and Contacted Eric , he really took care of me and got me compensated, I totally recommend him .

Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrible effort

Eric let this auto accident case drag out for a ridiculous four years and then completely quit on me. Zero fight and effort in my case, just wanted it to go away as he joined a new larger law firm. I would not recommend him based upon my experience.

Posted by Mike | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely satisfied

Eric will go above and beyond for you. I was in a propane explosion from my grill. I had no idea what to do, and he explained everything to me and was always in contact with me. He help me and my family threw a pretty hard time. I could not thank him enough.

Posted by Mike | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely satisfied

Eric will go above and beyond for you. I was in a propane explosion from my grill. I had no idea what to do, and he explained everything to me and was always in contact with me. He help me and my family a pretty hard time. I could not thank him enough.

Posted by Hannah | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Service

Eric Palmer helped me through a murky car insurance situation. He negotiated for an outcome that was far better than I hoped for. I highly recommend his services!

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Eric Michael Palmer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Smith

Car accident lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric Palmer is an excellent lawyer practicing in the area of Minnesota personal injury law. He is an expert on Minnesota No-Fault and insurance law and advocates his clients with issues in these areas with energy and sensitivity. I endorse Eric Palmer."

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Jeffrey Oistad

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric Palmer is a great personal injury lawyer. I'd recommend calling Mr. Palmer right away if you have a question about that area of the law."

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Ashleigh Raso

Car accident lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric Palmer is an excellent lawyer for his clients. He listens to his clients needs and truly advocates on behalf of those he represents. I endorse Eric Palmer."

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Lindsey Carpenter

Car accident lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Genevieve Zimmerman

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric Palmer is a real trial lawyer who is willing to take a case all the way for his clients. He works hard to make sure his injured clients get the representation they deserve. I highly endorse Eric for anyone who needs an attorney to help them with a car crash or other personal injury case."

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Konstandinos Nicklow

Car accident lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric Palmer for his work as a personal injury lawyer. I highly recommend Eric Palmer to anyone that has been injured in a Minnesota or Wisconsin car accident."

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William Sherry

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric Palmer is well respected by judges, attorneys, court staff and professional colleagues. He has earned an excellent reputation as a smart, well-prepared and effective attorney. I have seen the quality of Eric's advocacy, and I would gladly refer to him with confidence that he would do an outstanding job."

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Brett Olander

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is an excellent attorney. He zealously represents his clients. He's innovative and usually on the cutting edge of legal trends and industry information."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ying Xu

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Eric Palmer is very knowledgeable and provided me with invaluable insights on a catastrophic injury case where the liable driver was grossly underinsured, and the liability carrier based in Minnesota was not doing the right things. I will not hesitate to recommend Eric Palmer to anyone who needs help on any personal injury matters."

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Ralph Palmer

Car accident lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric provides exceptional representation of his clients."

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Elaine Wise

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a skilled personal injury practitioner with experience in all types of personal injury matters, from car accidents to motorcycle accidents. He would handle any client's case with care and professionalism."

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Nathan Krogh

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a highly skilled practitioner, he takes a practical approach to reach amicable and reasonable solutions to contested matters. I wouldn't hesitate in referring clients with personal injury claims to his trusted care."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Roadway Safety Award, American Association for Justice - Truck Litigation Group (TLG)

2023

Attorney of the Year, Minnesota Lawyer

2023

Trial Lawyer of the Year, Minnesota Association for Justice

2017

Super Lawyers, Rising Star

2016

Super Lawyers, Rising Star

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Attorney, Keller, Woods & Thompson PA

2017 - 2024

Partner / Personal Injury Attorney, Meshbesher & Spence

2014 - 2017

Partner, Palmer Law Firm

2007 - 2008

Contract Attorney, Lominger International

2007 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Palmer O'Dea Law Firm

2006 - 2006

Legal Clerk, National Arbitration Forum

1997 - 2007

Legal Clerk, Palmer O'Dea Law Firm

Associations

2013 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Minnesota

Bar Member

2007 - Present

Ramsey County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Minnesota Supreme Court

Bar Member

2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

C.G v. American Family Insurance Company

100% Arbitration Award in Favor of Claimant for Medical and Wage Loss Benefits Claimed

Wandzel v. Bowlin

$81,062.86 verdict in favor of Plaintiff

Bergsten v. American Family Insurance Company

$118,000 net verdict in favor of Plaintiff

Plaintiff v. Defendant

$680,000.00 Judgment in Favor of Plaintiff

Ferreira v. Remedios

Jury verdict in favor of the Plaintiff.

Bensami, as parent and natural guardian of T.B. v. Scherping and Screaming Eagle Express, LLC

Confidential Settlement Terms

Hill v. Borchert and Master Transfer Company

Confidential Settlement Terms

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Education

2007

University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis

J.D.

2004

Saint Olaf College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Torts, Litigation and Ethics IX

Autonomous Automobiles: What the Future Holds

2017

Torts, Litigation and Ethics VII

Autonomous Vehicles and the Law

2017

New Lawyer Bootcamp

Client Intake

2017

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2017

Minnesota No Fault Benefit Update

Strategic Arbitration Presentation

2016

Torts, Litigation and Ethics VI

Data Driven Crash Investigations

2016

Successfully Handling and Litigating the Commercial Truck Case ECM Data in Trucking Litigation

2016

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2015

Torts, Litigation and Ethics Seminar V

Aggravation v. Eggshell: You Make the Call

2015

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2014

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2013

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2012

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2011

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2010

Negotiations

Negotiations Tactics & Coaching

2008

MSBA Computer Law Section CLE

MSBA CLE: Tech Tools and Tips: Firefox, RSS and Jott

Publications

2013

2012

Palmer O'Dea Law Firm Minnesota No Fault Benefits

Languages

English

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