A DWI traffic stop can become more stressful when an officer asks you to take a chemical test. Many drivers wonder whether they have a choice and what could happen if they refuse. Minnesota's implied consent law answers both of those questions. Understanding how the...
A will allows you to decide who receives your property after your death and who will manage your estate. If you die without a valid will, Minnesota law determines how your assets are distributed. Although state law provides a default plan, it may not reflect your...
An estate with significant conflict can trigger more complex challenges than typically expected. Families may face disagreements about asset values, distributions or even the actions of the personal representative. When conflicts and complexities arise, choosing...
Yes, it is absolutely possible to face DWI charges under Minnesota law, even if your car was not in motion and you were simply sleeping in the vehicle. The way the law is set up, a person cannot be "in physical control" of the vehicle while impaired. This distinction...
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...
