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Any criminal conviction can result in lifelong consequences. Sex crime allegations can inflict some of the most severe consequences, in addition to the stigma of the crime. However, in certain situations, rape charges can arise even if both parties consented to the conduct.  If you have questions about the statutory rape statute of limitations in Minnesota, contact Arechigo &...

The question of who is at fault in a road worker injury accident will ultimately depend on the specific facts and circumstances surrounding your case. That said, regardless of who was at fault, if the injury was sustained while working on a road construction job, the injury victim may be entitled to compensation from their employer under Minnesota workers’...

There are many potential consequences for inappropriate sexual behavior. Depending on the conduct involved, these may range from professional or social consequences to steep criminal penalties. You may have heard the terms sexual assault and sexual misconduct. But you may not know the difference between sexual assault vs sexual misconduct in Minnesota. Sexual assault is a term generally used...

You put your time, energy, and heart into your work every day. It’s how you make your living and support your family. But sometimes, things don’t go as planned, and you get hurt at work.  Now medical bills are mounting, and you’ve lost time at work. Workers’ compensation benefits help with the financial burdens that go with work injuries.But...

Making criminal threats of violence can result in significant penalties. In addition to jail time and fines, an arrest or conviction for a threat of violence carries many collateral consequences that can apply even if the accused did not plan to carry out the threat. North Dakota’s threats of violence law is quite nuanced, so if you are facing...

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently signed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana for individuals over 21. The law is set to go into effect on August 1st, making the state the 23rd in the nation to legalize marijuana for adults. Minnesota’s legalization of recreational marijuana is eliciting many questions for those who have been prosecuted, convicted, and sentenced for...

In North Dakota, 23.1% of all arrests are for DUI or other liquor law-related offenses. A conviction for DUI in North Dakota can cause severe consequences. Therefore, if you face a DUI charge, you should consult with an attorney. An experienced DUI attorney can aggressively fight to protect your rights.  At the Criminal Defense Attorney & Workers’ Compensation Law...

In Minnesota, marijuana wax is considered marijuana, and its possession, sale, and manufacture are illegal. Possession of marijuana wax carries harsher penalties than possession of traditional marijuana leaves. Possession of under 42.5 grams of marijuana is a petty misdemeanor, whereas possessing just .25 grams of wax is a felony. Possessing marijuana wax in any amount qualifies you for felony...

In Minnesota, a sex crime conviction generally cannot be expunged with the exception of a conviction for 5th Degree Gross Misdemeanor Criminal Sexual Conduct. Typically, the most severe crimes are ineligible, including sex offenses, murder, and other violent crimes. Generally, once convicted of a sex crime in Minnesota, the only chance you have at completely removing it from your...

Back injuries can severely disrupt your life and cause long-term health problems. Unfortunately, back injuries frequently occur in the workplace and are commonly reported for workers’ comp claims. Back pain alone costs employers almost $100 billion every year. If you suffered back injuries due to a workplace accident, an experienced Minnesota workers’ comp attorney can help you secure the...