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It is generally a good idea to have a criminal defense lawyer when law enforcement charges you with a crime. Even small criminal charges can have severe and long-lasting consequences. A criminal conviction can result in fines, probation, and jail time. Criminal charges can also make it challenging to get a job, a loan, or a professional license. Even...

In Minnesota, workers’ compensation insurance covers most work-related injuries and illnesses employees suffer on the job. However, there are some situations where workers’ compensation benefits may not be available. If you were recently injured at work and have questions, contact the Criminal Defense Attorney & Workers Compensation Law Offices of Arechigo & Stokka to learn more about your options...

If you are injured on the job and unable to work, you may feel anxious and uncertain. You likely have questions concerning your immediate future and income, including, how many days until workers’ comp pays? And, Is there a waiting period for workers comp benefits in Minnesota? It can be overwhelming if you are unfamiliar with Minnesota workers’ comp...

When most people hear “work injury” or “workplace injury,” they think of physical injuries such as a broken bone, torn ligament, burn, etc. However, while physical injuries are certainly the most common workplace injury, there are also psychological or mental injuries that may be compensable. A workers’ compensation psychological injury attorney can help you understand your options. Contact the...

Most employees and employers alike are familiar with workers’ compensation on some level. Many Minnesota employees understand it is a system in place to protect injured workers. On a fundamental level, the system is there to compensate employees who suffer a work injury. However, establishing the connection between the injury and work is not always as simple as it...

When you face criminal charges, there is a lot on the line: your freedom, financial stability, reputation, and more. Even minor criminal charges can drastically change your life. Having a defense attorney with the time and resources to dedicate to your defense is vital. At Arechigo & Stokka, our criminal defense attorney in Fargo, ND, protects the accused’s rights. ...

You can seek workers’ compensation benefits without fearing retaliation if you suffer a workplace injury. The law requires work-related injuries to be covered under workers’ compensation insurance. Minnesota law also protects employees from workers’ comp retaliation by their employers in response to filing such a claim. If you were recently injured on the job and believe you were let...

Many states still prosecute prostitution offenses, despite a growing public opinion that sex work should be decriminalized. In North Dakota, prostitution is generally a misdemeanor punishable by jail time and hefty fines. Not only can the alleged individual offering sexual services face criminal charges, but so can other parties allegedly involved with soliciting sex, engaging in sexual activity for...

In 2021, the sexual assault law in Minnesota changed quite drastically. While some view the law as striking a balance between giving alleged victims greater access to resources and justice, others believe that it could be damaging to anyone accused of a sexual assault crime. Now, even based solely on allegations, an individual can be charged with sexual assault...

Proving an employer negligence lawsuit is vastly different than proving a workers’ compensation case. The most notable difference is that workers’ comp is a no-fault system, which means you do not need to prove negligence to bring a successful workers’ comp claim if you are injured at work. Most injured employee claims will be exclusive to workers’ compensation. In...