Kit Hansen and Kelly Magnus obtained dismissal on behalf of their client, a homeowners association, in a lawsuit alleging violations of the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act. The motion to dismiss was granted based on failure to state a claim and the statute of limitations.
Congratulations to Ryan Johannsen on being selected as a chair of the National Association of Subrogation Professionals Minnesota Chapter.
Ryan Johannsen was successful in settling a subrogation claim against a manufacturer of ball valves that were installed in a condominium association. Mr. Johannsen and his expert argued that the ball valves failed or were likely to fail due to a manufacturer’s defect with respect to a material deficiency, and specifically that the brass fittings … Continued
Jim Knudsen and Kelly Magnus obtained summary judgment on behalf of a housing cooperative that sustained water damage after a pipe ruptured. Plaintiff performed fire inspection and maintenance on the dry sprinkler system at the cooperative. Plaintiff sought indemnification from the cooperative for damages caused by its own negligence based on indemnification and limitation of … Continued
Stich Angell welcomes Pat Biren to the firm as a partner. Mr. Biren will continue his practice in civil litigation defense including construction defect, personal injury, and complex litigation.
Attorney Ryan Johannsen settled a large loss subrogation case against a propane gas supplier in the State of Wyoming. The subrogation claim arose out of a building collapse caused by a propane gas explosion, and Mr. Johannsen was successful in arguing that the explosion was caused by code violations and design defects in the propane … Continued
Stich Angell is proud to announce that Ryan Johannsen has joined the firm as a partner. Mr. Johannsen handles complex subrogation claims nationwide, and practices in general civil litigation defense.
The Stich Angell team of Garth Unke, Stacey Sever, and Kit Hansen have recently negotiated settlements in 8 separate, complex sex abuse cases involving a national charitable organization. The settlements, all confidential, followed aggressive discovery and motion practice, resulting in excellent results and client satisfaction.
Stacey Sever has been selected to serve on the 2016-2017 Board of Directors for the Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota. The Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota is made up of attorneys who have been certified by the National Board of Trial Advocates or by the Minnesota State Bar Association as specialists … Continued
Stich Angell welcomes Alex Herman and Anthony Morris to the firm as new associate attorneys. Alex Herman is a 2016 graduate of University of Minnesota Law School. Anthony Morris is a 2014 graduate of University of Minnesota Law School and served as Judicial Law Clerk with the Hennepin County District Court for two years.
