Schmidt and Salita Law Team

09/16/2026

Schmidt and Salita is proud to announce that Aaron Lawrence has been made a Partner at the Firm. Aaron has been with us since his Clerkship. Aaron has compassion for his clients, works diligently with common sense. Aaron is a wonderful attorney and person. His practice includes workers’ compensation and personal injury in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We are grateful to have him as an attorney at the firm and now, a partner. Congratulations Aaron.

09/11/2026

I am often in New York on September 11. I was there this year prior but just was taken by this picture. This is station 20. As government documents evidenced released earlier this week more firefighters first responders have passed away from lung and other diseases caused by the dust debris from the towers collapse. Don’t forget all those lost in the towers, along with all the first responders and people that continue to put themselves in harms way on our behalf. Let us not forget and continue to help each other. It’s the only way the world works.

09/07/2026

I post this every year. As a Law Firm that represents injured workers and their families and many levels. It’s important to understand the history as to why we are where we are. This unfortunate fire changed so much in a positive way for American labor. As you enjoy the holiday, please take a minute to remember the hard-working salt of the Earth folk who built this country. Everybody stay well.

07/20/2026

Roy is a quality guy. We enjoyed him so much and thank him for his service along with MN Fire. The service firefighters like Roy provide by putting d themselves at risk for us, is the reason we will continue to be the title supporter of this golf tournament and this organization. Many thanks. Give both great organizations —Roy, he is a great motivational speaker, and MN Fire a follow.  MN Firefighter InitiativeRoyReinvented

07/14/2026

05/25/2026

We have posted this previously but the history of today is moving and important. At the Schmidt and Salita Law Team, we are honored to represent veterans and their families for the ultimate sacrifice they give to our country and our freedom. As we strive to work together, we wanted to remind everybody the history of the poppy. You may see Poppies today to honor and remember.

After World War I, the poppy flourished in Europe. Scientists attributed the growth to soils in France and Belgium becoming enriched with lime from the rubble left by the war. From the dirt and mud grew a beautiful red poppy. The red poppy came to symbolize the blood shed during battle following the publication of the wartime poem “In Flanders Fields.” The poem was written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, M.D. while serving on the front lines.

On September 27, 1920, the poppy became the official flower of The American Legion family to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during the war. In 1924, the distribution of poppies became a national program of The American Legion. Led by the American Legion Auxiliary, each year members of The American Legion Family distribute poppies with a request that the person receiving the flower make a donation to support the future of veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families with medical and financial needs.

Thank you, American Legion. Schmidt and Salita Law Team wishes, everybody a happy and meaningful Menorial Day holiday.

05/13/2026

This is excellent work for all involved. As a Law Firm that fights for a firefighters who unfortunately have cancer this is a win for firefighters and their families. Nice job. Nice job. Nice job.

HUGE news from the state capitol tonight:

The Minnesota Legislature has passed legislation that will add cancer as an eligible condition for the state Public Safety Officers’ Benefit (PSOB), which is a benefit paid to the families who lose a firefighter or police officer in the line of duty. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for a signature.

Cancer is the most common cause of firefighter LODDs—this law ensures those who make the ultimate sacrifice are treated the same, no matter if the cause is cancer, heart disease, stroke, or injuries sustained at a fire.

This law mirrors the federal HONOR Act passed in December last year, which ensures families of firefighters who perish from job-related cancer receive the federal PSOB, and they will now receive the Minnesota PSOB too.

This massive legislative victory represents years of hard work by the MPFF board, especially by President Scott Vadnais, who has worked tirelessly this session to push for this bill until it became law.

Special thank you to Senator Judy Seeberger and Representative Pete Johnson for leading the charge on this bill in their respective houses. Thank you to Representatives Kelly Moller and Paul Novotny for finding the vehicle to move the bill through the legislature, and to Senator Erin Murphy for getting this bill added in late into the session.

Thank you especially to Julie Paidar, who has been a champion of this legislation and a driving force that inspires all of us.

Lastly, thank you to all of our members across Minnesota. Your support and participation in this union is what makes change like this possible, and you are who we fight for every year at the Capitol. It’s an honor to serve our members!

03/25/2026

What a great organization that helps firefighters in their families. We are proud to sponsor this tournament.

Craving summer sunshine? Get a jump-start on your July by registering for the MnFORE Golf Tournament presented by Schmidt and Salita Law Team! ☀️

Funds raised at MnFORE support Minnesota’s firefighters and their families by helping us provide resources and training to prioritize and protect their health and well-being. Consider giving back to your hometown heroes by golfing or sponsoring: https://mnfireinitiative.com/mnfore/

02/12/2026

I recently sat down with Jennifer Mayerle of WCCO to discuss the resolution we secured for our clients who were impacted by being exposed to the chemical TCE . While the legal resolution is significant, the true victory is seeing these families finally get the resources they need to focus on their health and recovery. People felt very wronged. I’ve been very moved to really get to know to my clients throughout the years. Recently explaining to them their portion of the settlement. The most important part we all felt was the accountability. Representing those who have been wronged is why I do what I do. Proud of our team for their tireless work on this case. Many thanks to Jennifer.

Nearly 100 Minnesotans, who say pollution problems harmed their health, have won a multi-million-dollar legal settlement.