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Christian Miles is passionate about helping others and chose to devote his professional life to representing injured clients. He grew up in the Las Vegas Valley and graduated from Green Valley High School. After obtaining his B.S. in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University, Christian attended law school at the University of Cincinnati College of Law on scholarship, where he served as an associate member of the Immigration and Nationality Law Review. During his summers in law school, Christian worked for the Cincinnati Prosecutor’s Office, where he gained valuable courtroom experience and decided he wanted to become a trial attorney.. After law school, Christian returned to Las Vegas and began learning the nuances of civil litigation in Nevada. Christian has extensive insurance defense and personal injury experience in state and federal court. During his time as a defense attorney, Christian worked for both local and national law firms representing individuals and corporations. He now uses the knowledge he gained from his insurance defense experience to more effectively help his clients recover compensation for their injuries. Christian is an active member of the Nevada Justice Association, where he serves on the Trial Lawyers Care Committee.. In his free time, Christian enjoys reading, traveling, cooking, golfing, gaming, and spending time with his family

Joseph Troiano is a distinguished trial lawyer known for his dedication to justice and his commitment to the legal profession.. Joseph's early years were marked by a strong sense of community and a desire to make a meaningful impact. He graduated from Bonanza High School.. With a thirst for knowledge and a drive to make a difference, Joseph enrolled at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. There, he immersed himself in his studies and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, setting the stage for his future legal endeavors.. Seeking to further his legal education, Joseph set his sights on Duquesne University School of Law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was here that he pursued his Juris Doctorate degree.. Joseph was privileged to serve as a judicial law clerk under the esteemed Honorable Timothy C. Williams. His time as a law clerk further solidified his commitment to upholding the principles of justice and fairness.. In May 2018, Joseph Troiano joined J. Cogburn Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers as a trial lawyer. His legal acumen and his passion for advocating on behalf of clients quickly set him apart in the field. With a focus on trial advocacy, Joseph has been instrumental in providing clients with effective representation and championing their causes in the courtroom.. Beyond his professional pursuits, Joseph is a well-rounded individual with a range of interests. An avid sports enthusiast, he finds solace in watching sports events and keeping up with the latest developments in the athletic world. However, his true source of joy lies in spending quality time with his family.

Daniel J. Dunn was born and raised in Fargo, North Dakota. He graduated from North Dakota State University with a political science degree in 1988. He graduated from the University of North Dakota School of Law, with distinction, in 1991. Since that time, Dan’s practice has focused on plaintiff’s personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability lawsuits. Dan also handles business disputes for the plaintiff or defendant.. Dan is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association and the National Board of Trial Advocacy (approximately 25 certified in North Dakota). Dan is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in North Dakota and Minnesota. He is also licensed to practice in the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.. Dan has been listed as a Litigation Star by Benchmark Litigation and Benchmark Plaintiff in the areas of personal injury, products liability and commercial litigation. He has been identified as a “Leading Litigator” by Chambers USA. Dan has also been recognized as a “Super Lawyer” by Super Lawyers Magazine in the personal injury area. Dan was named as the Plaintiff’s “Lawyer of the Year” for personal injury litigation by Best Lawyers in 2013. Dan was also named as “Lawyer of the Year” for commercial litigation in 2014. Dan was inducted into the International Society of Barristers in 2014. He has earned an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating provided by the peer review rating system. Dan has been described by a client as a “no-nonsense, polite, respected and extremely knowledgeable lawyer.”. Dan has served on several boards including: current North Dakota State University Alumni Board of Directors, past Vice President of the North Dakota Soccer Association, past President of Red River Soccer Club, past President of the Shanley Athletic Club, and past Chair of Fargo Catholic Schools Network. He has received various awards including: American Diabetes Association’s “Amateur Athletics Person of the Year,” Red River Soccer Club’s “Volunteer of the Year,” North Dakota Youth Soccer Association’s “Volunteer of the Year,” National Association of Legal Secretaries of Fargo-Moorhead’s “Boss of the Year,” and North Dakota State Bar Association’s “Community Service Award.” Dan has also served as the past President of the Cass County Bar Association and taught as an Adjunct Professor at Minnesota State University, Moorhead. Dan currently serves on the Special Assessment Commission for the City of Fargo. Finally, Dan and other members of MWLO are currently presenting a program on Distracted Driving to local high school students.

James R. Hoy grew up in the countryside near Harwood, North Dakota. After graduating from West Fargo High School, Jim attended the University of North Dakota and graduated with both an undergraduate degree in business management and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. While completing these degrees, Jim competed on the UND men’s basketball team and served as a team captain.. After his basketball eligibility expired, Jim attended law school at UND. Before earning his law degree in 2011 with distinction, Jim served as the Editor-in-Chief of the North Dakota Law Review and as the president of the Student Trial Lawyers Association. He also competed on the moot court team. In recognition of his oral advocacy and leadership skills, Jim was elected to the Order of Barristers and was recognized as an Outstanding Student Leader.. After law school, Jim served as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Dale V. Sandstrom of the North Dakota Supreme Court. Jim is licensed to practice law in North Dakota and Minnesota, and he focuses his practice on plaintiff’s personal injury and wrongful death law.. Jim enjoys outdoor activities, reading, and spending time with family and friends. He volunteers his time with the Special Olympics of North Dakota and serves on the Board of Directors of the West Fargo Educational Foundation. Jim and his wife live in Bismarck.

Pat Weir is a senior partner and leads the Vogel Law Firm’s wrongful death and personal injury practice groups. For more than 32 years, Pat has represented only those individuals and families who have suffered serious or fatal injuries because of another’s conduct. During his career, Pat has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and out-of-court settlements for his clients’ personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability claims. *. While Pat’s practices primarily in North Dakota and Minnesota, he has also represented clients throughout the Unites States including South Dakota, Montana, Nebraska, Illinois, Arizona, Florida, and North Carolina.. Pat received his undergraduate degree in 1985 from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota, and is a 1989 graduate of the University of Denver, College of Law and is a past adjunct professor of litigation at Minnesota State University – Moorhead, Minnesota.. He and his wife have four grown children and he enjoys spending time with his family and grandchildren, playing hockey, downhill skiing, reading, and golfing.. PRACTICE AREAS // Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Civil Litigation. ADMITTED TO PRACTICE // North Dakota; United States District Court, District of North Dakota; United States Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit

Lindsay M. Wilz (Harris) grew up in Bismarck, North Dakota. After graduating from Bismarck High School, she attended North Dakota State University and graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Statistics and a minor in Mathematics.. After receiving her undergraduate education, Lindsay attended the University of North Dakota School of Law. While in law school, Lindsay served as the co-captain of the law school trial team, Symposium Editor of the North Dakota Law Review, and teaching assistant for Trial Advocacy. In recognition of her oral advocacy skills, Lindsay was elected to the Order of Barristers. Lindsay earned her law degree in 2012, graduating cum laude.. Following law school, Lindsay returned to Bismarck and served as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Mary Muehlen Maring of the North Dakota Supreme Court. Lindsay is licensed to practice law in North Dakota and Montana, and she focuses her practice on plaintiff’s personal injury and wrongful death law.. Lindsay is also active in legal community. She is the President of the Young Lawyers’ Section of the State Bar Association and is the Secretary of the North Dakota Association for Justice. In her free time, Lindsay enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She is married and resides in Bismarck.

Jared Wall is an Associate Attorney at Maring Williams Law Office in Bismarck, ND. Prior to joing Maring Williams, Jared was a Judicial Law Clerk for the South Central Judicial District in North Dakota.. Jared graduated, Magna Cum Laude, from the Univeristy of North Dakota School of Law. While in law school, Jared was active in the Moot Court program. He served as a Member at Large on the Moot Court Board and competed in national moot court competitions in West Virginia and Washington, D.C. Jared advanced to the quarterfinals in the D.C. competition.. Prior to law school, Jared attended Mount Marty College in Yankton, SD. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BA in Criminal Justice and Psychology. In addition, Jared competed as a Captain on the Men's Basketball team and was named an All-Conference player as well as an Academic All-American.. Currently, Jared lives in Bismarck with his Fiancee Sarah.

At Weikum Injury Law, I understand the stakes when it comes to an injury claim. I’ve helped people in Bismarck and throughout North Dakota recover over a billion dollars in injury verdicts and settlements, and I can help you.. I combine my over 25 years of experience with state-of-the-art jury presentations and field-leading experts in medicine, engineering and rehabilitation to help fight back against insurance companies who try to lowball you.

Jim Nostdahl, a distinguished attorney from Minot, North Dakota, excels in personal injury litigation with a career spanning over three decades. A University of North Dakota alumnus, Jim graduated in 1979 with a B.A. (Summa Cum Laude) and later obtained his law degree in 1982 with distinction, Order of the Coif honors, and as a member of the prestigious Law Review Board of Editors. Focusing on personal injury claims, Jim has adeptly handled cases involving oilfield incidents, vehicular accidents, and various industrial exposures. His significant legal acumen has led to landmark settlements and verdicts, often contending with formidable entities like Burlington Northern Railroad and multinational insurance companies. Jim’s unwavering focus on justice and client advocacy has fortified his esteemed reputation in the legal community. He is married to Trisha (Brevig) Nostdahl and is a proud father of four children, maintaining a fulfilling personal life alongside his professional endeavors.