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If you have been charged with possession of a controlled substance in North Dakota, you are undoubtedly worried about your future. A conviction for drug possession of any kind can lead to imprisonment, fines, or both. A criminal record can also lead to unforeseen consequences, such as making it difficult to find gainful employment or apply for a mortgage....

If you are facing a driving under the influence charge in ND, you may be wondering how long that DUI will stay on your record if there’s a conviction. Unfortunately, as with most negative interactions with the law, the lasting consequences of a DUI go far beyond completing your sentence and paying your fines. A DUI conviction can follow...

Were you recently injured on the job, and your employer is not complying with work restrictions put in place? At Arechigo & Stokka, we understand you may be in a difficult situation. Work restrictions are often implemented following a work injury. Usually, this occurs in a situation where the injured worker can return to work but not in the...

Aggravated robbery in MN is the most serious form of theft in which the accused is armed with a deadly weapon or inflicts bodily harm on the victim. Simple robbery, on the other hand, is the mere threat of using violence during the commission of a theft.  If you or someone you love has been charged with aggravated robbery,...

Have you or a loved one recently been charged with drug possession in Fargo, ND? You need a drug crime lawyer in North Dakota on your side. The hours and days following a drug possession charge can be frightening. The penalties for drug possession can be severe, depending on the type and quantity of drugs.  These penalties can include:...

Being injured at work is worrisome enough. Will you be able to get back to work? How are your bills going to be paid? How long will it take for the workers’ comp insurance company to begin paying your medical bills and wage loss benefits? These are all valid questions, and without good answers, they can cause a lot...

Facing a DWI charge can turn your life upside-down. You may feel scared that you could go to jail, lose your job, and lose your ability to provide for your family. While avoiding jail may be your primary goal, you need to be aware of other penalties that could make your life very difficult. One of the most life-altering...

A serious risk to Minnesota workers is losing their hearing or vision due to work-related injuries. Work-related vision and hearing loss is specifically addressed by Minnesota Workers’ Compensation law. It is a problem that affects hundreds of Minnesota workers every year.  The loss of vision or hearing can be caused by a specific traumatic incident, or these injuries can...

According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, traffic fatalities on Minnesota roadways increased from 364 in 2019 to 394 in 2020. Of the 394 deaths, 79 involved a drunk driver, compared to 89 drunk driving fatalities in 2019. Despite this decrease, Minnesota still enforces strict penalties against individuals convicted of driving under the influence. In many cases, breathalyzer...

Assault in the workplace is a nationwide problem, and Minnesota enjoys no exemption from it. So does Minnesota workers’ compensation cover assault in the workplace? Sometimes it does, and sometimes it doesn’t. Ultimately, the motivation behind the assault governs workers’ compensation coverage If you have been assaulted in the workplace or have questions about workers’ compensation in Minnesota, please...