Many people believe they can spot a police officer from a mile away, but undercover work is nearly invisible. In reality, anyone you meet—online or in person—could be an officer building a case against you. These operations are not just for high-level cartels; they...
A past criminal mistake can introduce significant obstacles in life. These include the difficulty of finding a new job, receiving approval for a house or securing a loan. Fortunately, Minnesota law offers a path to lift that burden and reclaim your future. Record...
The internet serves as a hub for obtaining helpful information, but it can also be an avenue for danger. Minnesota has implemented specific laws that carry harsh penalties for individuals who take advantage of others. Computer hacking Minnesota law prohibits...
Building costs are soaring ever skyward, which can cause contractors to worry about their projects’ bottom lines. Some may even be tempted to make some substitutions in the quality of premium materials the contract says they will be using. It’s such a little lie. Hard...
Family genealogy testing is an exciting way for people to validate familial mythology. People who have long believed their families to be Italian might find out that they are actually more Greek than Italian, for example. Learning about distant ancestors and genetic...
In a clinical or home health setting, a supervisor might instruct you to "round up" therapy minutes or document a patient as "sicker" to secure higher insurance reimbursement. While these may feel like standard workplace instructions, Minnesota prosecutors view them...
These days, almost every confrontation ends up on someone’s phone. A short clip can spread fast and make it look like you assaulted someone. However, the law does not decide cases based on a viral moment alone. In Minnesota, the full situation still matters,...
Security cameras at apartment buildings and businesses are no longer the grainy, ineffective cameras of the 1990s and 2000s. Cameras can now often capture accurate images of individuals’ faces. Artificial intelligence (AI) can help enhance and assess images of those...
When police seize digital assets during a drug or fraud investigation, the speed can be overwhelming. Officers may confiscate hardware wallets, phones, computers, or exchange accounts, claiming the crypto is tied to criminal activity. Because seizures follow strict...
Online meeting platforms have become part of daily life. Because of this, “Zoom bombing” has moved from a nuisance to a real legal issue. Some people still see it as a prank. However, under the right circumstances, a disruptive act can turn into a felony. Courts now...
Christa J. Groshek - Owner | Managing Attorney | Super Lawyers
Christa J. Groshek - Owner | Managing Attorney | Super Lawyers
Christa J. Groshek - Owner | Managing Attorney | Super Lawyers
