Fault is usually a major consideration after a car crash. Both the police officers responding to the scene of a collision and the insurance adjusters handling claims after a crash will try to decide who was responsible. Sometimes, one person is fully at fault, and in...
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Why you need a will as a business owner
According to studies, the vast majority of Americans in Minnesota and around the nation do not have a will in place. An estate plan may seem like something only the very wealthy with large estates must have, but that is not always the case. A will is an extremely...
Can I sue for sexual harassment?
“Can I sue for sexual harassment?” This is a question we hear a lot from potential clients, and more often than not, our answer has been “No.” This is because in the past, the courts have set a very high bar for what it takes to prove a sexual harassment case. As a...
Plan ahead for visitation transportation
Divorce is almost never pleasant for the spouses ending the relationship. Divorce also tends to be very hard on children who might find themselves in a shared custody situation. When it is time for a child to visit the other parent, the responsibility for transporting...
Can I sue for wrongful termination?
There are many legal claims that a wrongfully terminated employee might be able to pursue, but some of the most common among them are:
– Discrimination Claims
– Retaliation (or Reprisal) and Whistleblower Claims
– Breach of Contract Claims
What We Know About the Current State of Covid-19 Legislation
As our country and our economy braced for impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to provide economic assistance for workers, families, and small businesses, and to preserve jobs. As key portions...
Masks are mandatory, now what?
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has issued a mask mandate that will impact businesses and individuals statewide. The Order, Emergency Executive Order 20-81, goes into effect at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 24, and it has four main...
Don’t accept an accident settlement before gauging these factors
A car accident can leave you struggling to get by. If you're like most car wreck victims, then you're trying to find a way to deal with your physical pain and newfound limitations while your medical expenses continue to mount. You might also need extensive...
Music copyrights – how to keep it all straight
With our state opening up again and more and more people getting out to enjoy the lakes, restaurants, and all that summer in Minnesota has to offer, people are trying to get back to business as usual. Businesses in turn are creating their state-mandated plans to keep...
Establishing Custody and Parenting Time for Unwed Fathers
Establishing Custody and Parenting Time for Unwed Fathers
(1) a child’s physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, and other needs, and the effect of the proposed arrangements on the child’s needs and development;
(2) any special medical, mental health, or educational needs that the child may have that may require special parenting arrangements or access to recommended services;
(3) the reasonable preference of the child, if the court deems the child to be of sufficient ability, age, and maturity to express an independent, reliable preference;