Few people go from proposing marriage to suggesting a prenup, although this is perhaps due to the pervasive myths regarding this important legal document. Prenuptial agreements are not necessarily the predictor of divorce that many perceive, as couples across Minnesota continue to file for divorce even when they have no such agreement. Most of those… Read More
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What To Know About Field Sobriety Tests
If a Minnesota resident is stopped by the police and suspected of being impaired, he or she may be asked to perform field sobriety tests. The tests are generally designed to give an officer an idea as to a driver’s attention span and physical abilities. An officer may record the results of the tests and… Read More
Minnesota Sees Plenty Of DUI Incidents, According To Police
Minnesota police say that drunk driving is still a big problem, especially in the Fargo area. One member of the Fargo Police Department says that nearly all of the fatal auto accidents he’s seen have involved drunk drivers. So far this year there have been almost 450 DUI charges brought by the Fargo Police Department. And in… Read More
How To Handle A DWI Stop In Minnesota During Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend is widely regarded in Minnesota as the last fun blast of summer. Local law enforcement agencies and state patrol view it as a very dangerous time. With a greater number of impaired drivers expected on the roads this weekend, a number of people may be stopped on suspicion of DWI. Because of… Read More
Study: A DWI Lawyer Could Save You Enough To Cover The Legal Fee
If you’ve been charged with DWI, you’re probably scared, frustrated and stressed out. When your emotions are high, it’s hard to know what steps to take. You may hear that your charge is a misdemeanor and wonder if you should just plead guilty and get it over with. Is hiring a lawyer really going to… Read More
Does Your Divorce Threaten To Destroy Your Business?
Divorce is always complicated, in some way or another. Maybe you and your spouse can’t figure out who should keep the house, or maybe you are struggling to find fair custody agreements. However, for business owners, divorce takes on an entirely new dimension. If you own a business, then you affect many other people’s lives,… Read More
Can A Search Warrant Be Challenged?
The media spends a lot of time discussing warrantless searches and the exceptions to the warrant requirement. Some people may overlook the possibility that even when police obtain a warrant that any evidence seized as a result of a search may not be fair game for trial. It is important to note that law enforcement… Read More
Guiding You Through The Divorce Process
Ending a marriage is anything but easy. However, if it is clear that it is the right time and it is best for spouses to part ways, couples can usually move forward with the process with a good perspective. Whether spouses are able to approach the process open-minded or with much spite and anger, a… Read More
Child Support And Child Custody Are Separate Family Law Issues
Some parents in Minnesota are faced with financial problems when it comes to their custody arrangements with an ex-spouse. When visitation is awarded to one parent, child support is commonly put in place. However, divorced parents are often confused about this co-existence, sometimes failing to recognize the distinctions between these separate family law issues. Whether… Read More
How Could A Prenuptial Agreement Be Invalid?
As previously discussed, some couples in Minnesota carry out specific steps to protect his or her financial wellbeing. Prior to even getting married, couples could execute a prenuptial agreement. While drafting such a document can be a difficult task, it is also overwhelming to have this legal document apply to dissolution proceedings. This is especially true… Read More
