Business disputes can prove to be contentious, costly, and complex, whether they stem from contract violations or lease negotiations. Rather than devote massive business resources to a lengthy trial, many business owners in Minnesota would prefer faster, more...
Month: May 2018
Customized estate planning for a blended family
The situation: Our retired clients, both with children from prior marriages, came to Sjoberg & Tebelius for an estate plan. The couple already had a specific plan created for each child, and wanted to ensure each unique plan would be met after each of them passed....
Supreme Court Sides with Businesses on Arbitration Issue
Resolving disputes between employers and employees can be a complicated and acrimonious process. Unfortunately, it can be costly in terms of time, resources, and money to settle these matters, so it is not surprising that employers often favor options that make the...
During a Divorce, Use Caution on Social Media
Divorce is a difficult time for all parties. You must navigate the process with consideration for not only yourself but for your children, family and friends. It can be hard to keep all these people in mind when you are scrolling through Facebook. It can be tempting...
Property deed resolution for a young family after an unexpected death
The situation: After a young father passed away, his widow wanted to move to Michigan with their five minor children to be closer to family. When the widow discovered that her husband had never put her name on the deed for their house, she learned she could not sell...
Tips for Making High-Conflict Divorces a Little Easier
Divorce and conflict typically go hand-in-hand. This is especially true if you are divorcing someone who wants to make the divorce difficult. Every discussion can erupt into a fight; mediation can be unsuccessful; the process could take much longer and be more...
What Are My Digital Assets, and How Can I Protect Them?
When people think about protecting assets and providing for family in their estate plan, they often think about real property and end-of-life care decisions. These are certainly critical to protect, but there are other elements of an estate plan that warrant...
Is it Always Best to Litigate a Business Dispute?
Legal disputes can threaten your bottom line, image, and relationships. As such, many business owners feel inclined to take aggressive steps to resolve them through means other than involving the courts. Litigating a business dispute in Minnesota can be effective, but...