When people think about their legacy, they are typically thinking about maximizing the gifts and inheritances they can leave for their family. Unfortunately, these plans are sometimes jeopardized, too often by scam artists who target the elderly. These scams can have...
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Ready to Remarry? 3 Important Things to Know
Most people who divorce eventually get remarried. Often, people who enter subsequent marriages do so with a better understanding of the challenges of marriage - and the potential for divorce. Many also want to avoid making the same mistakes twice. Here are 3 tips to...
Tips For Going Up Against a Massive Company in a Legal Dispute
Any legal dispute has the potential to be disruptive and costly. However, they can be especially problematic when they involve a company with massive resources against a much smaller company, or an individual. These situations can be intimidating. However, there are...
What are reasonable accommodations?
State and federal laws require Minnesota employers to provide accommodations to workers with disabilities. Any employer that does not comply with these laws can face harsh penalties and costly legal battles. If you are an employer, you should understand these rules...
Employers: Avoid These Words to Avoid Accusations of Discrimination
Discrimination in the workplace is illegal, whether it is intentional or not. Unfortunately, some employers do not recognize certain words or exchanges as discriminatory, especially when they have no intention of treating anyone unfairly. Educating one's self about...
Employers: Avoid These Words to Avoid Accusations of Discrimination
Discrimination in the workplace is illegal, whether it is intentional or not. Unfortunately, some employers do not recognize certain words or exchanges as discriminatory, especially when they have no intention of treating anyone unfairly. Educating one's self...
Do I need a revocable trust for my estate plan?
Estate planning is a difficult topic for many people here in Minnesota, and many make incorrect assumptions when considering what to do with their assets after they die. There are those who believe it’s something you do when you get older, while others think having a...
What Types of Work Leave are Available in Minnesota?
Employers across the state have all sorts of approaches to sick time, vacation time, and personal leave. Some leaves are paid, some are not. Some leaves are based in state law, others federal law and, in some cases, even city ordinance. So, what exactly is a Minnesota...
How to Incorporate in Minnesota
Whether a business owner opts to incorporate their company right away or after years of operation, creating a separate legal entity for the business offers many benefits. For those looking to incorporate in the North Star State, there are several essential steps:...
Put Your Phone Down When You Get Behind the Wheel
While it is already law, starting August 1, 2019, police may conduct a traffic stop for anyone using their cell phones while driving, if the phone is not in a hands-free mode. This means you cannot text, call, search the internet, scroll through your contacts list, or...