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Will Minnesota Be the Next State to Legalize Marijuana in 2019?
Marijuana 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
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New 2019 Law Protects Minnesota Minors From Identity Theft
Several 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. Minnesota Children’s Credit Could Be at Risk In 2017, an estimated more than one million children became victims of identity theft across the United States. The figure constitutes… read more
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Protect Yourself: Why Seeking Advice From a Personal Injury Attorney Is Important
When 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
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Minnesota Ban on Device Use While Driving Likely in 2019
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
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More Rally Behind Minnesota’s New Opioid Plan
Opioid misuse, abuse, addiction, and overdose deaths are rampant across the United States. In 2016, close to 400 people died from opioid overdoses in the state of Minnesota. The rate of opioid overdose deaths has steadily increased since 2010 around the country. In an effort to reduce the number of opioid-related deaths in the state,… read more
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8 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Personal Injury Compensation
Obtaining financial compensation for your personal injuries could help you pay for medical costs, lost wages, property repairs, and more. A settlement or judgment award could help you and your family move on after a major personal injury accident, such as a car crash or slip and fall. You can take steps as a victim to… read more
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Do I Have a Personal Injury Case? 4 Key Factors in Minnesota
An unexpected, serious personal injury can put your life on hold. You may have to deal with pain and suffering, medical treatments, expensive medical bills, lost wages, missed opportunities, and many other problems. If you believe someone else’s negligence caused your mishap, you may have the right to bring a personal injury claim against the… read more
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Do I Have to Stop at a DUI Checkpoint in Minnesota?
Drunk driving is a serious problem in the United States and Minnesota, with drunk drivers causing thousands of injuries and deaths every single year. When you get behind the wheel while drinking, you have impaired judgement and limited motor skills. This condition makes operating a vehicle extremely dangerous. To combat these drivers, many states establish… read more
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Trigger Leads: How to Protect Yourself From Mortgage Spam
Knutson + Casey is currently representing a family who is enrolled in a witness protection program in Minnesota. When they went to get a mortgage to purchase their new home in a secret location, they claimed that Wells Fargo negligently distributed their names and location to the public. And they began to receive unwanted solicitations… read more
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New Car Safety Features that can Save Your Life
The rise of the digital age has made our lives a lot easier. Today, we can complete work tasks on the go, or order a pizza on the way home from soccer practice to find a delivery person bringing it fresh to our door. While technology has its conveniences, it also has the potential to… read more
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