People sometimes assume that their marital property must be divided evenly or equally. They think that getting divorced will be as simple as splitting their bank accounts in half for selling their home and splitting up the money that they earn. That is how it...
Are you concerned about securing your children’s financial future? Every parent wants to give their children a secure financial foundation that will enable them to succeed in life. One of the best ways to do this is by establishing a trust. A trust is a legal...
People are often misunderstanding the law and misinterpreting it for others. Because of this, the internet is full of misinformation about estate planning. To ensure you’re not making a mistake when planning your estate, you may need to consider the following: Myth 1:...
Fairness is crucial in a divorce involving children. However, parents are always conflicted between wanting their kids to have a healthy relationship with both of them and not wanting to lose any time. And this conflict can be more intense if the divorce is contested....
Brewpubs are the latest rage among Minnesota residents who enjoy well-crafted beer and good food. Brewpub owners craft their beer onsite to sell to patrons who stop by for a bite and a brew. Ensuring that their intellectual property (IP) is safe from infringement does...
Division of property represents one of a few sensitive issues to address in divorce. Each separating spouse has a similar goal of protecting their assets – non-marital and marital. Minnesota is an equitable distribution state regarding property division This does not...
An estate plan has a sense of finality to it. After all, many of the documents that make up an estate plan only have authority after someone dies. It is, therefore, common for people to feel a sense of stability about their own situation and peace of mind about the...
Minnesota has some of the harshest DWI laws, especially for commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders. The state criminalizes operating or driving a commercial vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.04 and above. This differs from most other states with a...
It is no secret that divorce can be a stressful undertaking, especially when children are involved. The legal aspects usually collide with the personal interests that triggered the dissolution of the marriage, and fights over who moves out with the kids can only...
Crafting a will is one way to leave assets to your heirs, but it is not the only one. A trust is another example of a legal tool that you could utilize for this purpose. Essentially, it is an account that holds the assets and you name a trustee to distribute them....
