Basics of Estate Planning
April 29th, 2024 by
Estate planning is a fundamental aspect of preparing for the future and ensuring your wishes are honored after your passing. It involves making arrangements for the distribution of your assets and the management of your affairs in the event of your i…
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Shareholder Disputes: What Happens When Owners of a Business Can’t Get Along
Shareholder disputes can arise for many different reasons. Unfortunately, when they do, a business can suffer significant disruption. Not only can a conflict between business owners harm a company’s bottom line, but it can also impact its reputatio…
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Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses
January 5th, 2024 by
In an era of increasing scrutiny on corporate practices, the United States government has taken a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability in the business world. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in December 2020…
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Minnesota’s New Non-Compete Law: What Employers Need to Know
September 14th, 2023 by
A new law went into effect in Minnesota that prohibits almost all post-employment non-compete agreements entered into between employers and employees. As of July 1, 2023, a non-compete agreement with an employee or independent contractor is void and…
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Business Succession Planning Tips
August 31st, 2023 by
If you’ve dedicated significant effort to building your business, it’s crucial to take steps to protect it in case of your passing, retirement, or incapacitation. Business succession planning encompasses the actions necessary to ensure a…
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Do Business Contracts Need Attorney Review?
August 31st, 2023 by
Many businesses try to save money by avoiding having an attorney review their business contracts. They believe it is not worth the time, money, and effort to have a business contract lawyer review these documents. This is especially the case when a b…
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Updating Your Estate Plan After a Divorce
August 17th, 2023 by
Many married couples include their spouse in their will, grant each other powers of attorney, and assign them as beneficiaries for insurance and bank accounts. Although updating your estate plan might not be a priority after a divorce, it remains cru…
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Preventing and Resolving Family Disputes Over an Elderly Parent’s Care
January 10th, 2023 by
Adult children may not always agree on the issues surrounding an aging parent’s care. However, if a parent becomes incapacitated and can no longer care for themselves, questions may arise. For instance, adult children may have to decide where their…
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Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect: When to Know it’s Time to Contact an Attorney
January 9th, 2023 by
When you make the tough decision to place an elderly loved one in a skilled nursing facility, you expect that they will receive the care, treatment, and attention they need. Sadly, nursing home abuse and neglect are all too common — and mistreatmen…
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Estate Planning for Same-Sex Couples
November 8th, 2022 by
It’s been less than ten years since the Supreme Court case of Obergefell v. Hodges made same-sex marriage legal throughout the United States. Prior to that landmark decision, same-sex partners who wanted to be able to inherit from each other had to…
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