Surveillance cameras can help companies prevent fraudulent workers’ compensation claims, but employers must ensure they follow appropriate internal surveillance guidelines. CEC Entertainment Inc., which manages over 500 Chuck E. Cheese
Minnesota Couple Uses Craigslist to Adopt Son
A Minnesota couple looking to adopt used Craigslist to add another member to their family. After struggling for years to conceive, Tracey and Dan Citron posted an advertisement on Craigslist,
When can a Spouse’s Ability to Earn Income be Considered for Spousal Maintenance?
The Court will consider a spouse’s ability to earn income and be self-supporting when considering spousal maintenance. However, look at the facts surrounding a recent appellate case: Husband and Wife
The Impact of Divorce on Children
A new study was published in the American Sociological Review regarding the impact of divorce on children. The study followed children grades kindergarten through fifth, and found no impact prior to
Filing for Divorce Can Complicate Social Security Collection
Social security collection is a complicated process in itself, but ensuring that you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to becomes even more confusing when trying to collect from an
November is National Adoption Awareness Month in Minnesota
Minnesota kicked off National Adoption Awareness Month on Sunday with an event for now-adopted foster children. The annual celebration, which focused on child support, allowed former foster children to share
U.S. Workers’ Compensation Rises 0.4%
Pay and benefits for U.S. workers saw modest growth from July through September, which suggests the unsteady labor market is holding back compensation. The employment-cost index grew 0.4% from the
Divorce FAQ: What is a Temporary Relief Hearing?
A temporary relief hearing is a court hearing that determines what will happen during the pendency of your family law matter. For example, if a couple is divorcing and they
3 Reasons to Be Honest in your Custody Case
It goes without saying that child custody cases are intensely emotional. When emotions run high, parents tend to make rash decisions that can negatively impact the result of their custody
What if my Spouse and I Can’t Agree on Where to Send our Child to School?
Surprisingly, the question of where to send a child to school during and after a divorce has become a widely litigated topic in recent years. If one parent has sole