Walking into work should not feel unbearable. Yet for some employees, harassment, discrimination, retaliation or other serious workplace problems can make staying on the job feel impossible. When working conditions become sufficiently intolerable, the law may...
You told your employer about a disability and asked for help. Your employer denied the request. That denial can be disorienting – especially when federal law gives employees the right to request changes like modified schedules or remote work. Understanding your...
Since digital assets are not tangible property, you may fail to remember that they exist while drafting your estate plan. But that could become a costly mistake for your family. Here are three digital assets you don’t want to miss in your estate planning....
A Minnesota Paid Leave denial can create stress when an employee needs time away because of a serious health condition or to care for a family member. The Minnesota Paid Leave program may deny a claim because of an eligibility issue or missing information. An...
When you are ending your marriage in Minnesota, the way you go about it is more than just a legal decision. It can have a significant effect on your family’s future peace and stability. If you want a path that prioritizes cooperation over conflict, the collaborative...
You may assume your will controls everything you leave behind. But an old beneficiary form could send money to someone you no longer want to receive it. That mistake could reduce the support you meant to leave your family. In Minnesota, these forms usually control...
Some parents may have a job that does not fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. Business travel can be part of life for many executives as they need to have client meetings and projects. When getting a divorce, people might start to wonder if the time away from home can...
If you are doing your estate planning, your business may not be complete without the addition of a special type of trust. Spendthrift trusts are often used as vehicles to distribute funds to beneficiaries who are not equipped to handle the trust principal on their...
Yes, even if someone says they were just joking, comments they made in the workplace can still constitute sexual harassment. In fact, claiming that "it was just a joke" is one of the most common excuses given when sexual harassment allegations are raised. The person...
For many, pets are more than companions; they are an important part of the family and help to bring comfort, routine and joy to everyday life. Thinking about their future care is an important step that often gets overlooked during long-term planning. Life can be...
