Few criminal accusations carry a heavier burden than sex crimes. False allegations are harmful and life-altering. At best, a false claim can destroy your reputation and relationships. At worst, it can result in years behind bars and a lifetime of being a wrongfully accused sex offender. The National Registry of Exonerations reports that 7% of exonerations in 2022 were...
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Getting hurt on the job is a risk many Minnesotans face. Fortunately, employers are required to participate in workers’ compensation to support injured employees. This insurance coverage pays for medical expenses and a portion of your lost wages if you sustain an injury on the job. Some injuries may put you out of work for many weeks or even...
Read MoreAt Arechigo & Stokka, we recognize that understanding North Dakota marijuana laws isn’t always easy. Clients often ask us, is marijuana legal in North Dakota? Unfortunately, questions like this usually come to us after a client is charged with a crime. Taking the proactive step and learning about our state’s cannabis laws can help you avoid future legal problems....
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People facing criminal charges might hear the term “criminal negligence.” While negligence is often related to civil lawsuits, criminal cases can be based on a similar standard. This is surprising for many people because most crimes require the defendant to act with some level of intent to break the law. Crimes based on criminal negligence have a relatively low...
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Have you recently been arrested for driving under the influence in North Dakota? You are probably embarrassed and perhaps fearful of what lies ahead. Don’t panic! A first-offense DUI is serious, but an experienced and skilled DUI defense attorney can help you understand North Dakota DUI laws and avoid the harshest penalties and achieve the best possible outcome. Let...
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Workers’ compensation insurance provides medical benefits and wages to workers who suffer a work-related injury or illness. Minnesota requires employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Workers’ Compensation Overpayment demystified: It transpires when an injured employee receives funds exceeding legal limits. The root cause—whether it’s due to erroneous data provided by the worker, the employer, or OWCP—doesn’t alter the...
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Sexual assault, also called criminal sexual conduct in Minnesota, refers to alleged sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the consent of the victim. Allegations can include: Minnesota law splits sexual assault into five degrees depending on the circumstances of the alleged act. First-degree through fourth-degree sexual assault are felonies, while fifth-degree sexual assault is a gross misdemeanor or...
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Suffering from any sort of injury can put a serious damper on your life. Injuries can bring medical bills, psychological trauma, missed wages, and a number of other unsavory things with them. Workplace injuries are no exception. Luckily, in most situations, if you injure yourself at work, your employer is liable to cover any damages you suffer. Employers in...
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When an employee is injured in the workplace in Minnesota, one of the first things the employer should do is file a First Report of Injury (FROI) form. Ensuring that your employer properly fills out and files the Minnesota First Report of Injury form will save everyone time and headache if you need to file for workers’ compensation benefits. ...
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In Minnesota, a child endangerment charge refers to the act of placing a child in a situation that endangers their physical, mental, or emotional well-being. This charge encompasses a range of behaviors that can potentially harm a child’s safety, health, or development. Child endangerment can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the severity of the circumstances...
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