In many cases, when you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, you can then sue them to seek financial compensation. If another driver caused a car accident or a property owner caused a slip-and-fall accident, for example, you may need compensation...
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Why do drivers sometimes turn off their music?
Have you ever been in the car, happily listening to the tunes blasting out of the radio, when the driver spoils the party by switching the music off? Or maybe you have been the one driving who upset your passengers by lowering the volume. Some people assume it is...
Tips to avoid an underride accident
If your car ends up underneath the back or side of a truck, your chances of making it out alive, or without serious injuries, will be low. Underride accidents are usually devastating for those in the smaller vehicles and their families. The reason they are so...
Why are highways in Central Minnesota so deadly?
This year is proving to be a deadly one on Central Minnesota roads and beyond. In March, a woman was killed in Benton County when she lost control of her vehicle on a snowy, icy road. She slid into oncoming traffic where she was struck by another driver. That driver...
Protecting a family farm with a prenup
If your adult child owns a share of your family farm, or if you plan to leave all or part of it to them when you retire or pass away, it’s worthwhile to talk with them about getting a prenuptial agreement before they marry. This can prevent the farm from falling out...
Do you need to split up student loans during divorce?
You know that you and your spouse have to split up your debts during divorce. Perhaps the two of you have a joint credit card account, for example. You’re both liable for the charges on that account, so you have to divide your debt along with your assets. But what...
Who is liable for an ATV accident in Minnesota?
All-terrain vehicles ATVs can be an important resource for certain employees, such as agricultural professionals or groundskeepers. They are also a source of entertainment for people of all backgrounds and professions. Unfortunately, riding on an ATV comes with a...
Be careful what you type until your case is resolved
Nowadays, communication happens instantly via text messages, emails and social media. While this convenience has its benefits, it can also create serious risks for individuals facing criminal charges. If you are at risk of a criminal conviction, anything you...
3 ways to find support when going through a divorce
It's not easy grieving the end of a marriage while going through several life changes, including moving to a new home or living alone in the family home, seeing your children on scheduled days and so on. Thus, it's crucial to find support. You don't need to go through...
Establishing a co-parenting plan in Minnesota
As part of the custody process in Minnesota, you need to create a co-parenting plan. A good co-parenting plan helps facilitate a strong co-parent relationship which leads to better experiences for your children. You and your co-parent can generally include terms in...