Medical errors are more common than you might think. In fact, a recent report from the British Medical Journal found that medical errors might be the third leading cause of death in the United States – causing 251,000 deaths each year. What are the most common types of medical malpractice claims in the United States,… read more
Read MoreAs a property owner, you have a duty to maintain your premises and keep it safe from foreseeable hazards that could lead to injury. Unfortunately, someone might sustain an injury on your property, even if you do take steps to maintain it. What happens when someone gets hurt on your premises? What should you do… read more
Read MoreThe 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
Read MoreKnutson + 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
Read MoreTable of Contents1 What Does Being Exonerated Really Mean?2 When the Justice System Fails3 Minnesota’s Exoneration Laws4 New Changes to Minnesota Exoneration Law: 20175 Contact An Attorney What Does Being Exonerated Really Mean? Exoneration gives wrongfully convicted individuals a second chance at life. It is the legal act of absolving someone from blame in Minnesota…. read more
Read MoreYou might think that your trials and tribulations will end after securing a settlement from a defendant or insurance company for a personal injury claim in Minnesota. After all, you’ve gone through the litigation process and secured an award to compensate you for your accident-related damages. Unfortunately, securing a case settlement isn’t always synonymous with… read more
Read MoreEstimates indicate that Americans lose about $40 billion each year to telemarketing fraudsters.
Read MoreThe Blue Earth County District Court handles all the civil, family, juvenile, criminal, probate, and traffic cases for Blue Earth County.
Read MoreMinnesota is struggling with the same opioid epidemic that’s crippling the rest of the nation. Though the reasons for dependency and addiction are numerous and as unique as the user, many people in the Twin Cities are fighting an addiction that began with a legal prescription for pain. Table of Contents1 Who Is Struggling with… read more
Read MoreIn Minnesota, attorneys and the courts often call Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction, the Four Cs. These are certain consequences – aside from the punishments of a criminal conviction like jail/prison time or probation. Such consequences can include loss of voting rights, deportation for non-citizens, and ineligibility for certain government assistance like student loans… read more
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