Saint Paul Legal Issues Blog

Retaliating against an employee because they reported an incident, is illegal and punishable by law in Minnesota. Workers have the right to express their concerns confidentially without fear of retribution. Companies that implement resources to provide employees with...

Retirement assets like employer-sponsored 401K accounts may be titled in one person's name but be deemed shared assets in a divorce, thus requiring the divorcing couple to determine how to split the assets as part of their property division settlement.  Tax...

Minnesota women could find themselves the subject of unwanted, unhealthy attention: According to MarketWatch, an overwhelming majority of the U.S. adult female population has experienced some type of sexual assault or harassment.  In one particular study,...

If you have not yet made your Last Will and Testament, you may wish to consider doing so. Why? Because if you die without one, the State of Minnesota decides who gets your assets and in what proportion, regardless of what your preferences may have been.  Smart Asset...

While you and your ex-spouse have solid individual incomes, divorce is not cheap, and you have other financial obligations. This could result in you remaining in your marital home in Minnesota with your former spouse. How do you plan on surviving with grace and...

Many people consider pregnancy to be an exciting and joyful time in their lives. While friends and family may share this excitement with you, coworkers and employers may not see things the same way. The actions that colleagues and employers take regarding your...

Even individuals who know very little about estate planning are probably familiar with the concept of a will. Naturally, a will outlines your wishes about what the courts are to do with your property and other assets after you die.  However, not all aspects of estate...

There are many reasons why people decide to bring their marriage to an end. However, infidelity is a common reason why marriages fall apart and our law office knows how devastating it is when a spouse is unfaithful. If you are struggling to come to terms with the...

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Minnesota companies must provide a reasonable accommodation when a disabled employee requests one. If an individual requires assistance from a service animal, he or she may bring it to work in many cases. As noted by the...

Are you among the estimated two-thirds of American adults who do not have a will? If so, it may be in your best interest to create one. It is a common misconception that only wealthy individuals need a will. All adults need a will, regardless of the value of their...