We've all been told to expect the unexpected. And as hard as it is to contemplate what might happen to our loved ones when we're no longer here, it is necessary to do so - especially for new parents. Having children is a "triggering event" when it comes to estate...
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Avoid These Common Estate Planning Mistakes
When it comes to estate planning, the biggest mistake anyone can make is to not create a plan at all. However, there are a few areas where people are often tripped up. Whether someone is creating the first version of their plan or they have had a plan in place for...
What parents need to know about parenting time interference
When a divorce involves children, it is easy for emotions to run high. Many courts try to ensure both parents can have time with their children, as long as it is in the child's/ren's best interests. However, when a custody arrangement doesn't work out the way one...
Wrapping Up Operations in a Business Dissolution
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...
New Record-Keeping Requirements for Minnesota Employers and New Wage-Theft Protections for Minnesota Employees
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...
Veterinary Case Study
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....
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights in Minnesota?
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...
Four Situations When You Should Review Your Estate Plan
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...
Crafting Agreements Between Startup Co-founders
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...
Personal Injury Attorney Wins Full Payout for Car Accident Client
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...