About Susan Bowden Gunst
Susan Bowden Gunst has dedicated her career to ensuring that insurance companies fulfill their promises to policyholders. She specializes in helping individuals recover medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages resulting from incidents such as car accidents, dog bites, and liquor liability cases. Susan also supports families seeking justice for the wrongful death of loved ones by holding negligent parties accountable.
Susan's expertise and commitment to her clients have earned her recognition on the Top 50 Women in Minnesota Super Lawyers List in both 2016 and 2017. Furthermore, she was honored as a Super Lawyer from 2014 to 2017, a distinction awarded to no more than 5% of attorneys in each state. Earlier in her career, she was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2005, 2006, 2008, and 2010, an accolade given to only 2.5% of eligible attorneys.
A native of Minnesota, Susan graduated from Moorhead State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1995 and earned her Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law in 1998. She is admitted to practice in the state of Minnesota and the United States Federal District Court, District of Minnesota. An active member of the legal community, she is affiliated with the Minnesota State Bar Association and the Minnesota Association for Justice.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Minnesota Car Accident Laws
Understanding Minnesota's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
6 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$30K/$60K/$10K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
No-Fault
Your own insurance covers injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Susan Bowden Gunst handle?
Susan handles cases involving car accidents, dog attacks, liquor liability, and wrongful death claims.
What recognitions has Susan Bowden Gunst received?
She has been recognized on the Top 50 Women in Minnesota Super Lawyers List and as a Super Lawyer and Rising Star.
Where did Susan Bowden Gunst receive her education?
Susan graduated from Moorhead State University and William Mitchell College of Law.
Is Susan Bowden Gunst admitted to practice law in federal court?
Yes, she is admitted to the United States Federal District Court, District of Minnesota.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Susan Bowden Gunst for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Susan for a free case review
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