Attorney Matt Quandt Named to the 2024 Great Plains Super Lawyers List

Erickson Sederstrom Law Firm is proud to announce that partner Matt Quandt was selected to the 2024 Great Plains Super Lawyers list. This exclusive list recognizes no more than the top five percent of attorneys in Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, and North Dakota. 

Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer-influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Attorneys are selected from more than 70 practice areas and all firm sizes, assuring a credible and relevant annual list. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes:

• Peer nominations

• Independent research by Super Lawyers

• Evaluations from a highly credentialed panel of attorneys

The objective of Super Lawyers is to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys to be used as a resource for both referring attorneys and consumers seeking legal counsel.

Please join us in congratulating Matt on his selection.

For more information about Super Lawyers, go to superlawyers.com.

Trucking Trial Success

Elisban Bazan v. Elite Fleet Hauling LLC & Eric Gonser

Cass County, Nebraska

Judge Michael Smith

CI 22-31

 Last week, Matt Quandt and Tom Culhane defended a trucking company and driver at trial in Cass County, Nebraska. The rearend accident occurred on Interstate 80 in January 2020.

 Plaintiff Bazan was represented by Pesek Law LLC. In discovery, they alleged $12,509,424 in total damages. They alleged a traumatic brain injury, chronic post-traumatic headaches, and a permanent neck injury. One week before trial, they proposed a $3,500,000-1,500,000 high-low agreement. At trial, Plaintiff’s counsel put on over two days of evidence, including four fact witnesses and three medical experts, and asked for over $2,010,000 million in closing.

 One week before trial, defendants offered $70,000. At trial, Matt and Tom admitted liability, put on less than two hours of evidence, and suggested $45,000.

 After only two hours of deliberation, the unanimous jury returned a verdict for only $100,000.

Matt Quandt appointed to the NDCA Board of Directors

Matthew D. Quandt

We're delighted to announce that partner Matt Quandt was appointed to the NDCA Board of Directors! The Nebraska Defense Counsel Association is comprised of approximately 200 Nebraska defense attorneys, practicing in state and federal courts. It’s mission is to enhance the knowledge and skills of its members and members' clients through educational programming and the exchange of information, ideas, and litigation techniques and to promote the highest standards of professionalism, civility and courtesy in litigation. This appointment is a testament to Matt's contributions to the legal community and his dedication to civil defense.

Matt is a key member of Erickson Sederstrom’s experienced litigation group. His practice concentrates on trucking accidents, including wrongful death and personal injury; he represents some of the biggest motor carriers and insurers in the nation.

 We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Matt on this well-deserved achievement. 

Quandt and Reilly recognized by Best Lawyers® in America 2023

Matthew Quandt and Matt Reilly of Erickson | Sederstrom

Erickson | Sederstrom is proud to announce Matt Quandt and Matt Reilly were recognized by Best Lawyers® in America 2023. They were both selected by their peers and included in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ 2023. These awards are recognitions given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence in private practice in America. Matt Quandt was selected for his work in Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. His practice concentrates on trucking accidents, including wrongful death and personal injury; he represents some of the biggest motor carriers and insurers in the nation. Matt Reilly was selected for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants and Construction. The two main focuses of Mr. Reilly’s practice are in representing contractors across Iowa and Nebraska in construction disputes and in defending complex and severe personal injury claims.

Matthew D. Quandt accepted into TIDA (the Trucking Industry Defense Association), one of only six attorney members in Nebraska/Iowa.

The Trucking Industry Defense Association (TIDA) is a nonprofit association with members devoted to sharing knowledge and resources for defense of the trucking industry. Founded in 1993, TIDA has become the organization of choice for over 1,600 motor carriers, trucking insurers, defense attorneys and claims servicing companies. The organization is committed to reducing the cost of claims and lawsuits against the trucking industry. Members work to develop strategies and share knowledge to defend the trucking industry in personal injury, property damage, workers' compensation and cargo claims. TIDA members advocate on behalf of the industry’s interests.

As part of his trucking defense practice, Mr. Quandt offers 24-hour rapid response: facilitate on-scene investigation, organize applicable post-crash testing, collect driver and company documents, take steps to maintain confidentiality and expert work product, ensure FMCSR compliance, etc.