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Question: I've just purchased a business. My predecessor was very generous with the employees when it came to PTO. Do I have to follow suit? Unless you have entered into a contract that would require you to do so, the short answer is: No. Paid sick time and paid...
Photo cred: Amy Humphries If you are like many pet owners in Minnesota, your animal companion is more of a member of your family than a piece of property. Owners often spend considerable time (and money) caring for pets, worrying when they're sick, and depending on...
Photo credit: Mohamed Nahassi Minnesota and Wisconsin are home to roughly hundreds of breweries, and residents in both states are likely to cite the local nature of these breweries as one of their top selling points. If people learned that a local favorite was...
Anne G. Brown represents both employers and employees with employment law issues. Q: I want to terminate an employee. How do I keep them from suing me? A: The short answer is: you can't. One person can sue another person or a business, even if there is no merit to...
Photo cred: Roman Kraft In any Minnesota divorce, marital assets will be eligible for just and equitable distribution. This means that the assets accumulated during your marriage will be split in a manner deemed equitable, or fair. However, what's "fair" can mean...