Most people know what trial is like. Thanks to TV shows like Judge Judy, they have seen plenty of people go to court. But, mediation isn’t nearly as dramatic, and it’s rarely featured on television. People often do not encounter it until they need it—or until their lawyers suggest it. So what is mediation, and...Read More

If you pay or receive spousal maintenance payments in this state, then listen up. Spousal maintenance laws in Minnesota recently received a facelift. This facelift could mean the end of your spousal maintenance payments. Spousal maintenance—“alimony” in common terms—is financial support that one ex-spouse pays to another after divorcing (and sometimes while legally separated). These...Read More

You did it! You took that often-dreaded step and worked with a lawyer to create your estate plan, which includes a will, an advanced health care directive, and possibly a trust or two. You have your estate planning documents in hand, and you feel a great sense of relief and accomplishment. But now what? Is...Read More

Even under the best circumstances, divorce may be one of the hardest things you encounter in your life. The divorce process can have a tremendous financial impact, as well as an emotional one. In Minnesota, mediation is often required as part of that process. For many people, mediation is the last thing they want to...Read More

No estate plan is perfect for everyone. For it to work effectively, an estate plan must reflect the assets and potential heirs, as well as the values and goals of the person it was created for. This is never truer than when an estate plan is created for the parent of a young child. We...Read More

Sometimes accidents are so severe that they leave car accident victims with no choice: They are simply taken to the hospital without having to make the decision for themselves. Most of the time, however, accident victims are left with a serious decision to make. Should they put the accident behind them and proceed as normal?...Read More

Thanks to celebrities, the issue of paternity remains at large and in our faces on a near-constant basis. In the last month alone, tabloids and reputable publications alike have jumped at the chance to publish articles on paternity issues involving Caitlyn Jenner, William Shatner and Megan Fox. While these articles may leave us slightly entertained,...Read More

Another long cold winter has come to an end, and spring is slowly emerging. You know what that means: it is time for spring cleaning! Many people find great joy in taking the opportunity to open up the house, dust, clean, vacuum, polish and de-clutter; others see it as a massive chore. Whether you revel...Read More

In the driest possible terms, Minnesota uses a modified comparative fault standard in determining whether a victim of negligence can collect damages. If you are hurt in a car accident, the terminology involved is not important. What matters to you is how you will pay for medical care, lost wages and other costs? How will...Read More

Many people who face DWI charges in Minnesota have never been in trouble with the law before. They are often surprised about how complex the process is and how long it can take. It’s hard to know what to expect from the system. Here we provide you with some details about what you can expect...Read More