Before we answer the question, let’s look at how divorce is viewed at the state level. Minnesota is a no-fault divorce state, which means that either party can be granted
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A new study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that employees who have the ability to take paid sick leave were 28 percent less likely to be
Appeals Panel Cites Exception in Workers’ Compensation Reversal
A Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Panel recently ruled that an on-call employee was an exception to the “coming and going rule”, meaning that the employee was eligible to receive workers’
Employers Get Creative with Workers’ Compensation Settlements
Anyone who has gone through a messy court proceeding knows that they can drag on for far too long. In an effort to meet client demands and save court costs,
6 Steps for Throwing Your Friend a Great Divorce Shower
You’ve probably heard of wedding showers and baby showers, but you may not have heard of a divorce shower before. Divorce showers are becoming a popular way to celebrate the
Volunteer Not Eligible For Workers’ Compensation
A New Jersey woman who volunteered at a local thrift store recently had her workers’ compensation claim denied because a judge ruled that she was not considered an employee under
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For many people going through a divorce, the prospect of moving out and living alone can be scary. Although people cope in different ways, there are certain things you can
What Happens if our House is in my Spouse’s Parents’ Names during a Divorce?
If your house is in your spouse’s name or your spouse’s parent’s name, you should contact a family law attorney at Heimerl & Lammers to help you navigate the intricacies
Appeals Court Reverses Prenuptial Agreement
A New York mother has made headlines after an appeals court overturned an odd prenuptial agreement with her millionaire husband. Elizabeth Cioffi-Petrakis, 39, said the prenup she agreed to before
5 Ways to Avoid Divorce
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