While we all have a general idea of what conduct falls under sexual harassment, some behaviors are a bit of a gray area and would have to be further qualified by examining the available circumstances. For instance, regardless of company policies against it, some...
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How do courts divide basic support in Minnesota custody cases?
Parents dealing with child custody and support proceedings may not know what to expect, especially when different rules apply in each state on top of considering the unique circumstances of each case. Whether one or both parents are obligors to pay child support, it...
What does an estate plan cover?
Death can happen unexpectedly. Everyone should have some sort of estate plan in place. However, according to CNBC reports, 67% of people do not have any estate plans in place. Estate planning is about more than allocating assets to say who will get your possessions...
How singles can also benefit from estate planning
Estate planning is often associated with having a family, substantial wealth or both. You may even wonder what the purpose of estate planning is if you have no children and no plans to marry. However, it can do more than ensure your assets are handled according to...
Fired due to unproven discrimination claim: Is it retaliation?
Every person reacts to things differently. While some may consider certain actions unharmful, others may find those acts uncomfortable and discriminatory. This is a situation you may find in a lot of workplaces. And those who have had enough usually take the...
How to determine the value of your business in a divorce?
You can determine the value of your business by analyzing the business assets. You would need to calculate the liabilities and subtract them from the business assets. Assets and liabilities can be challenging to measure because factors like intellectual property are...
2 strategies against stonewalling in a divorce
Stonewalling feels exactly how it sounds. It happens when someone refuses to communicate or cooperate, which is especially hard during a divorce. This tactic can stagnate the divorce process and create an atmosphere of frustration and hostility. Here are two...
Pumping at work: Your rights as a breastfeeding employee
Leaving a baby at home to return to work is a difficult transition for most new mothers. In addition, you'll need to take regular breaks to pump if you want to achieve your breastfeeding goals. Fortunately, federal and Minnesota state laws recognize the importance of...
Should I report workplace discrimination to my HR department?
Minnesota laws protect employees against workplace discrimination and harassment and provide various channels to report any incident of the same. The most accessible channel for workers is their companies' Human Resources (HR) department. However, some employees...
Does physical custody of children affect who gets the family house?
Each divorce case is unique, but one thing they all have in common is how challenging they can be. This is almost always true when children are involved in the process. Whether divorcing spouses decide to settle amicably or have the court decide for them, children...
