For some couples, property division during a divorce is a simple process. They may have accumulated very few resources during the marriage or may have already signed an agreement outlining how they intend to divide their resources when they divorce. Other couples may...
Prescription medication can help people treat a variety of health challenges from diabetes to infections. Many prescribed medications could potentially be dangerous if taken in conjunction with other drugs or in excessive amounts. Therefore, the law in Minnesota...
Whether you mistakenly thought you were sober enough to drive or wrongly accused at a DUI checkpoint, several consequences can impact your life if you don't challenge your charge. Fortunately, you can take a stance through Minnesota's legal system. But understanding...
If you own property in Minnesota, your estate will typically need to go through probate if it's held in your name when you pass away. However, if you own property in other states, your estate would be subject to a process known as ancillary probate. Although this...
In the 1980s, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration developed standardized field sobriety tests. They help police officers determine whether motorists are operating their vehicles while under the influence of alcohol, and they are commonly used in parts...
Minnesota parents who are going through a divorce may be asked to provide information for child custody and support purposes that can seem hard to come by. That might include dates of teacher-parent conferences, details on a child's extracurricular activities or...
If you and your spouse are thinking of divorce in Minnesota, you need to figure out what you will do with the assets you have acquired. One of the main joint assets you have probably procured during your marriage is the family home. With the home, there is often a...
In Minnesota, when your parent chooses you to be their estate executor, they have bestowed trust upon you and a legal responsibility to manage their estate. This responsibility may involve a great deal of work at an emotional time. With a solid understanding of the...
Although many probate proceedings in Minnesota commence and conclude without any problems, there are instances where someone wishes to contest the will. A presumed beneficiary might feel slighted upon discovering the contents of the document. Contesting the will is an...
At one time, drunk driving was almost socially acceptable. Eventually, years of public awareness campaigns and increased penalties for intoxicated driving raised public awareness about the dangers. However, serious accidents happen on Minnesota roads because drunken...