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Businesses of all sizes, government officials, schools, and other entities are all taking it one day at a time as we try to get through this coronavirus pandemic. As the number of positive COVID-19 cases continues to increase each passing day, head officials are advising people to distance themselves with others and avoid large group interactions in order to decrease…
When one loses a job for any reason, it can leave one feeling frustrated and dejected after going through this experience. It does not matter if one found out about the termination through a letter or if there was a conversation in an office, no one likes to be fired. There will be times when a person will truly believe…
Writing bad checks can absolutely rise from a misdemeanor to a felony. And for anyone still using checkbooks, it’s vital to know where that line is and when you might need a Minneapolis criminal defense attorney on your side. With the rise of online and mobile banking, we have to admit that checks are falling out of fashion but it still…
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been an essential piece of civil rights legislation since it was signed into law on July 26, 1990. The American with Disabilities Act helps prevent discrimination on the basis of one or more disabilities. What does this mean for people who have disabilities? This means that anyone who has a disability can be accommodated,…
Employees all across the world would like to firmly believe that if they acknowledge and address any wrongdoing, discrimination, or harassment that they would be protected at all times. However, many employees were on the wrong end of the situation when everything was over. Workplace discrimination is alive and well. Unfortunately, so is workplace retaliation. Many employees have been victimized…
In Minneapolis, commissions and bonuses often make up a huge portion of the compensation package many employees receive. This is certainly true for many types of industries, including the following: sales industry financial services medical services Sometimes issues and disagreements arise when an employer makes changes terms in regards to the commissions and bonuses that have been offered. Disputes can…
When faced with circumstances that could forever limit your livelihood or freedom, knowledgeable and reliable legal counsel is a must. The attorneys at Villaume & Schiek, P.A. bring decades of combined experience to resolving high-stakes matters both inside and outside of the courtroom. Delivering preeminent representation in an array of related practice areas spanning criminal defense, employment law, professional licensure…
Many of us are familiar with the work that criminals lawyers do from the television shows and movies that garner our attention on a weekly basis. We have seen criminal lawyers stand in a courtroom in front of a judge and a jury and make compelling arguments for their clients. While the work of family lawyers may not be well-known…
According to the Economic Policy Institute, employers steal billions of dollars from their employees’ paychecks each year. All too often, wage theft goes virtually unnoticed for a long time before you spot it. By the time you realize the challenges associated with your situation, you may wonder if you can do anything to decrease that burden or prevent future problems. What can…
When you are involved in an accident, there will be so much to wrap your head around. Have you been seriously injured? Was someone else at fault? Were you at fault? Will insurance provide protection? Additionally, there are various myths and misconceptions surrounding personal injury law that could compound your worries and frustrations. Most people have never had to file…