As divorce is becoming more common, people are looking for better ways to find a way to end their marriage, especially if children are involved. Hammering out details in court doesn’t appeal to many. Instead of allowing you to move on, many people involved in messy divorces hold on to their anger and bitterness for months (and even years). There…
If you are in the middle of a custody battle or working through child support agreements, monitoring your own behavior throughout the process could make or break the outcome you are hoping for. While your intentions might be to find the best agreement possible for your children and your evolving family, there are things that an ex can use against…
Divorce is always wrought with complications, from property and money to how to co-parent your children. Even the most peaceful and friendly divorce agreements issues can come up that you did not expect. Both of you may be fine with the way you split up the property and happy with your co-parenting arrangement but no one is prepared for the…
In Minnesota, driving under the influence of drugs is illegal. According to Minnesota Statutes 169A.20, a person is guilty of DUID if s/he drives while under the influence of a controlled substance or any other hazardous substance that significantly affects his/her brain, muscles, and/or nervous system, thus impairing his/her ability to drive safely. If a person tests positive for any Schedule I or II controlled substance other than marijuana…
When it comes to being charged with conspiracy, it is one of those crimes that you often don’t get charged for on its own. This is because conspiracy is the charge of actually planning a crime and not necessarily carrying it out. This means you could be plotting a serious crime, and if you carry it out, you could face…
As any working professional can tell you, every employer is different. Some companies have a culture of consideration and care, where every policy is carefully balanced with both the law and employee convenience. Unfortunately, these gems are few and far between. All too often, you can wind up with an employer who sees you as little more than an HR…
Minnesota Employment Law Attorneys Losing your job can be devastating. Since most people live paycheck to paycheck, even missing a day or two can feel like a setback. Not knowing when you are going back to work can be a hard blow. Because of this, many companies offer a severance package. Usually, this includes money to compensate you for losing…
Have you worked hard for several years or perhaps decades but are now dealing with an insurmountable disability? You likely have given a lot of thought to applying for Social Security Disability benefits, also referred to as SSDI. The fact is, if you paid into the fund, you should be able to reap the benefits. Unfortunately, another fact is that…
No matter where you go, if you choose to get behind the wheel after a few drinks, the result will be the same. You will be pulled over and looking at the strict punishments that come with driving under the influence. Thanks to the federally regulated blood alcohol limit, drunk driving is drunk driving anywhere you go. However, you may…
Minnesota Employee Rights Lawyer As an employee (or an employer with employees), it is important to know what rights you (and your employees) have. If you are an employee, you have a right to talk to a lawyer if you feel like your rights are being violated. If you are an employer with employees, you need to make sure that…