When a small business closes its doors, there are several processes owners should ensure they follow to wind up operations. For some, there will be few formalities and little paperwork. Others have legal obligations under state and federal law. In either case, the...
The Minnesota legislature has passed, and Governor Walz has signed, new legislation that amends various employment law statutes, includes new record-keeping requirements for employers, and provides new wage-theft protections for employees. Record Keeping Requirements...
The problem: Our client, a veterinarian, approached us for help with a board complaint. A veterinarian from another clinic submitted the complaint to the Minnesota Board of Veterinary Medicine, falsely accusing our client of not giving her patients rabies vaccines....
A grandparent often has a special place in a child's life. They might be the one who gives the child advice, takes care of them when their parents are away, or spoils them just a little bit. However, sometimes a parent's death or the parents' divorce can make it hard...
The biggest mistake someone can make relating to their estate is failing to create a plan for distributing their assets. In close second is forgetting to review and revise their estate plan following a major life change. Below are four situations that should prompt an...
When a great idea takes off, the true colors of the people involved often reveal themselves. Without an agreement in place detailing ownership of the business, dispute resolution, and other issues, an entrepreneur risks being left out in the cold. Ambiguity in the...
The problem: Our client was severely injured in a rear end car crash, which resulted in significant medical procedures and a costly recovery. He approached our Personal Injury attorneys to aid in his case to recoup the financial cost of the damages he incurred. Our...
When someone spends many years building a successful business, the last thing they want is to see it fall apart. However, many business owners do not realize the importance of having a business succession plan. A business succession plan is a documented strategy for...