It is likely that you have heard the phrase “assault and battery” mentioned by police on television when they are arresting a suspect on your favorite crime show. However, many people are unaware of what the difference between assault and battery actually is. ...
As you get deeper and deeper into the estate planning process in Minnesota, you begin to recognize those opportunities where you may be able to minimize the liabilities facing your estate (thus preserving more assets for your beneficiaries). Yet throughout the entire...
If you and your spouse have been in a rocky patch for months or years, divorce may seem like your only option. Still, if you think there is some good left in your marriage, you may want to think about drafting a postnuptial agreement. A postnuptial agreement is like a...
Divorce is never on the horizon, especially at the start of a marriage. This may explain why some couples hold off on memorializing agreements they make about splitting money and property until they say their vows. Both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are legal...
When it comes to divorce, a good prenuptial contract can help keep down confusion, aggression and make it easier to get through the process faster. A poorly written prenup can create challenges that take time and financial and legal resources to resolve. A bad...
Prenups are not just for the rich and famous anymore. The Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers saw a rise in prenups in 2016. Over 51% of them saw an increase in requests from millennials. A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two people who plan to get married. The...
If you have started to think about planning your estate, you have probably heard the word probate. What is it? Should you avoid it? Having a firm grasp of how probate works in Minnesota can help inform smart estate planning decisions. Defining probate Probate is the...
Preparing to get married can surface a lot of emotions and introduce unique challenges into your relationship. Adding another concern to your laundry list of wedding responsibilities may seem both unnecessary and uncomfortable. However, having a prenuptial agreement...
Estate planning in years past was pretty simple because family structures were simple. However, today's families have many different forms and types. According to Kiplinger, a traditional family is one where you and your partner marry, stay in the marriage and have...
Penalties for a drug offense generally include incarceration, a fine and community service. Under certain conditions, however, nonviolent drug offenders may avoid incarceration through an alternative sentence. Instead of spending time in jail, a judge may order a...
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