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Suffering an injury at work can be emotionally, physically, and financially stressful. Workers’ compensation is a crucial safety net that supports employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses.  If you’ve been injured at work, you may be wondering, can I receive workers’ compensation benefits if the injury was partially my fault? The answer is yes. In Minnesota, injured workers...

Drug possession and drug trafficking charges in Minnesota carry significantly different penalties, ranging from monetary fines to decades in prison. In Minnesota, a drug possession offense has higher potential penalties than a drug trafficking offense. The primary difference between felony drug possession and felony drug trafficking is how the accused intends to use the narcotics. Someone who possesses drugs...

Home Depot is a favorite for do-it-yourselfers, but employees face workplace hazards every day while serving customers. Work accidents can easily occur, leaving an employee injured and facing mounting medical bills. Fortunately, if you are an employee injured at Home Depot, you may be able to receive workers’ compensation benefits.  What Is Workers’ Compensation? Workers’ compensation is a special...

If you work for Starbucks, you may enjoy great coffee and friendly co-workers. But what if you get hurt at work? Can you get money for your injuries through Starbucks’ workers’ compensation insurance? Below, our experienced Minnesota workers’ comp lawyers will go over what happens if you are injured while working at Starbucks. If you have questions about your...

If you’ve been injured in a work accident, you are probably concerned about how long it will take for you to get back to work. Even if you are not fully healed, you may be able to return to work with certain limitations. Your doctor will assess your situation and recommend specific restrictions. Then you may be able to...

The duration of the vehicle stop depends on the initial reason for the traffic stop and any other criminal suspicion that develops after the stop.   According to the United States v., an investigative detention by the police during a traffic stop can vary in duration, typically lasting from a few seconds up to an hour. However, there is...

Minnesota’s workers’ compensation laws provide benefits to qualifying employees who suffer injuries due to their employment activities. Unlike personal injury claims, workers’ comp does not require claimants to establish their employer’s negligence to secure benefits. However, workers must show that their injury is a condition caused, aggravated, or exacerbated by their employment. This does include repetitive stress injuries, occupational...

Seasonal workers are individuals employed temporarily to meet the demands of specific peak periods within certain industries. These workers are indispensable to Minnesota’s workforce. Despite their importance, seasonal workers often face unique hazards and are frequently at risk of being taken advantage of due to their temporary status. However, qualifying seasonal workers in Minnesota are covered under the state’s...