Earlier in January, Minnesota state lawmakers gathered to discuss – yet again – the possibility of introducing a law that would make the use of cell phones while driving illegal in many instances. These proposals have been heard before, but what’s new this time? Are lawmakers supporting such a move? What exactly is at stake?… read more
Read MoreSeveral new laws took effect in Minnesota as of January 1, 2019; one aimed at protecting your children’s credit long before they can utilize it for themselves. Table of Contents1 Minnesota Children’s Credit Could Be at Risk2 Could Your Child Be at Risk?3 How Can You Prevent Fraud? Minnesota Children’s Credit Could Be at Risk… read more
Read MoreWith the rise in digital technology, it’s easier than ever to file an auto insurance claim. In fact, many of our clients choose to do so right at the scene of the car accident. However, every insurance company has unique characteristics and there are a few things to keep in mind when filing an insurance claim… read more
Read MoreCar accidents are an all-too-frequent occurrence in Minnesota. In 2018, the most recent year for available statistics, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety reported 79,215 crashes, damaging 146,107 vehicles and at least inconveniencing the lives of 172,908 people. Worse, injuries numbered 27,877 in 2018, and 381 people died as a result of their injuries. While the… read more
Read MoreWhen you’re injured in an accident, mounting medical bills, pain from your injuries, insurance claims, and dealing with missed work and employer headaches can all be sources of stress. Advocating for yourself to ensure that you are adequately compensated for your expenses is just another stressor on the list. However, seeking advice from a personal… read more
Read MoreMarijuana has been a popular topic of conversation and a frequent news item in Minnesota since the start of 2019. In fact, talk about the possibility of Minnesota becoming the next state to legalize marijuana has spread to Forbes, the Boston Globe, and several other national publications. What is the source for all the speculation?… read more
Read MoreSexual harassment and assault are some of the most underreported and under-prosecuted crimes in the United States. For any victim of sexual assault, reporting the crime is an incredibly difficult action to take. Besides the trauma that comes from these attacks, the intense social stigma that still clings to sexual harassment and assault tends to… read more
Read MoreBanks and other financial institutions store some of the most personal information about you. Your Social Security number, contact information, home address, credit card numbers, bank account information…your bank has all of this data and more stored somewhere in its database. All it takes is one sophisticated hacker to crack the code and access all… read more
Read MoreMost people learn how to drive as teenagers and earn their driver’s licenses around 16. Insurance companies set prices for their policies based on a policyholder’s perceived level of risk, and a new driver obviously presents more of a liability on the road than a seasoned driver. As such, insurance for teen drivers is typically… read more
Read MoreOn March 7, 2018, a state Senate committee voted to make butt-grabbing illegal in Minnesota. You read that right – until the unanimous vote, grabbing someone’s butt was not against the law and did not qualify as sexual misconduct under Minnesota law. Many citizens find it hard to believe that “intentional touching of the clothing… read more
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