California’s work comp system, specifically the mandatory insurance program, is changing. The objective of the overhaul is to provide better insurance for injured workers without causing business premiums to rise.
5 Things You Need to Know about Orders for Protection (OFPs)
Sometimes in divorce cases, one or both parties files for an OFP (Order for Protection). These are court orders that protect the party in question from abuse. There are many misconceptions
Divorce Rates Rising Amongst Baby Boomers
New research shows that divorce rates among baby boomers are higher than ever. Couples over 50 were twice as likely to divorce in 2009, than 50+ couples back in 1990. Stigma of
Top 5 Things to Know About Child Support in Minnesota
Income Share Model. Many parents assume that child support is only based on the obligor or non-custodial parent’s gross monthly income. Minnesota, along with many other states, applies what is called the income-shares
Who Pays Attorneys’ Fees in an Appeal?
An appeal is a very technical and potential very expensive process. In addition to attorneys’ fees for drafting the pleadings, the parties must also pay for: Transcripts for Court Hearings Filing Fees
Are “Illegal” Immigrants Entitled to Minnesota Work Comp?
Minnesota has a strong migrant worker community, primarily due to the farming needs and processing plants across the state. Some estimate that more than 20,000 migrant workers are employed in Minnesota each
10 MN Workers’ Comp Medical Entitlements
Often in workers’ comp cases, employees are not awarded enough compensation for their medical needs. Minnesota work comp laws are very complicated. As a result, many workers are taken advantage of
5 Things to Bring to a Financial Early Neutral Evaluation
A Financial Early Neutral Evaluation is one avenue you can explore when attempting to settle disputes relating to spousal maintenance, child support, or the division of property. Oftentimes, the neutral will instruct
Negative Equity in Real Estate
With the state of the real estate market these days, it is not uncommon for divorcing parties to have to decide what to do with a house that is “underwater” (where the mortgage is
Protections for Injured Workers in Minnesota
Getting injured at work can be hard enough by itself. But when your employer takes improper actions against you following a work injury, it can be downright unbearable. Thankfully, Minnesotans have legal protections against