Entrepreneurs and those with expanding businesses often sign leases for operating space. If they have previously rented a home, they may take for granted that the commercial lease largely mirrors a residential lease. Commercial leases tend to be far more complex than...
In some cases, couples who are getting divorced can come up with a custody arrangement and an exchange schedule on their own. They propose this to the court, which approves it, and the couple has essentially made its own custody decisions. But in other cases, a couple...
One of the strongest forms of evidence that the police have in a DWI case is the results of a breath test. If an officer suspects that a driver is under the influence, they often take the driver to the station for a Breathalyzer test. This checks their blood alcohol...
If something happened to you tomorrow, would everyone in your child’s life agree on what comes next? Many divorced or separated parents assume custody arrangements already answer that question. They may believe the paperwork is in place and that everyone knows what...
Raising children with your ex isn’t an easy journey, but it’s necessary if you share custody. Even if you and your ex agree on matters most of the time, there are bound to be disagreements. Having a plan in place for handling those is critical. Co-parenting...
In Minnesota, if an officer has reasonable cause to believe you are driving while impaired (DWI), they may pull you over. If they do, they might ask you to take part in a series of voluntary tests. These exercises are known as field sobriety tests. Officers often use...
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. When going through a divorce in Minnesota, this decision can become complicated. Understanding who has the authority to make educational choices for your child...
You found a home you love, the seller accepted your offer and now the closing process begins. Before the keys change hands, one step can decide whether the deal moves forward: the title search. If a problem appears in the property’s history, such as an unpaid lien, a...
When you are battling a Driving While Impaired (DWI) charge, you will need to appear at an arraignment. This is your first formal appearance before a judge and knowing what comes next can help ease your anxieties about the process. Navigating the arraignment process...
Securing your family’s future starts with preparing for the moments you cannot make decisions yourself. A durable power of attorney (DPOA) can give someone you trust the ability to manage your finances or health care. In Minnesota, having a clear and valid DPOA can...
