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...
Read MoreImplied Consent If you have any experience with a Minnesota DWI, you’ve almost certainly heard of the Minnesota Implied Consent statute. But what exactly is it? In Minnesota, the implied consent law mandates that drivers implicitly agree, by using the state’s roads, to submit to a chemical test for detecting the presence of alcohol or drugs. This legal provision...
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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...
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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...
Read MoreFew 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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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...
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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...
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Under Minnesota law, assault in the second degree is a serious criminal charge. This crime encompasses a range of offenses involving the use of weapons or objects capable of causing bodily harm or death. A Minnesota assault with a dangerous weapon charge can result in serious penalties, including incarceration, fines, and many collateral consequences. If you have been arrested or charged with...
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In North Dakota, statutory rape refers to engaging in sexual activity with an individual under the age of 15, as the legal age of consent is 15. Anyone aged 18 or older engaging in sexual activity with someone under 15 is considered to have committed statutory rape, regardless of the minor’s consent. North Dakota strictly enforces these laws to...
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Filing a claim for workers’ compensation benefits is your right as an employee. Your employer must make the workplace safe, and you may be entitled to workers’ compensation if you are injured at work. Workers’ compensation payouts are there to provide medical and wage benefits. These benefits help keep you financially stable while you take time off work to...
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