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Minnesota law already requires home sellers to disclose all kinds of information about their home, such as the existence of wells, the existence of lead paint, the existence and design of septic systems, and any home defects or problems the seller is aware of. A new law in Minnesota, known as the Minnesota Radon Awareness …
Selling Your Home? New Radon Law Requires DisclosureRead More
In Minnesota, employers are generally responsible for the actions of their employees taken within the scope of employment. Thus, employers have incentive to train employees on how to correctly perform their job duties, how to interact with customers and other employees, and other aspects of employment. This article discusses how employers may be held liable …
Steps Employers Should Take to Minimize Liability for Employees’ ConductRead More
Economic indicators show that the construction industry continues its recovery. Projects are increasing in number. And, regardless of whether you are a business owner working on a large commercial project, or a homeowner looking to update your home, keeping the following tips and information in mind will increase the likelihood that your project will be …
Practical Ideas for a Successful Construction ProjectRead More
What to do when you get a bankruptcy notice from the court: Bankruptcy filings are expected to increase dramatically in 2013 as the eight year filing limit expires for 2005 bankruptcy filers. So what do you do if you get a notice from the court that someone who owes you money has filed bankruptcy? The …
New FMLA, Social Media and Health Care Rules With the advent of another new year, it is time for employers to review recent changes in the employment laws, update their Employment Handbooks and policies, and prepare for coming changes in laws, particularly in the health care area, that are and will continue to affect them. …
What Businesses Should Expect in Pursuing Certain Development Projects: Since the passage of the Minnesota Environmental Protection Act (MEPA) in 1973, Minnesota law has required specific procedures for the assessment and analysis of the effect that certain development projects will have on the human environment. In recent years, an increasing number of businesses have begun …
Mineral rights and mineral exploration remain in the news in northeastern Minnesota. The emerging green economy has created huge demand for metals such as copper, nickel and platinum. Therefore, a public announcement of doubled earlier estimates regarding the quantity of such metals in areas around Ely is encouraging. Further, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ …
Limitations Every Employer Should Know: A “noncompete” agreement is a contractual provision in which an employee agrees not to compete with his or her employer or work for a competitor after termination of the employment relationship. Such an agreement may be part of an initial employment contract or a severance contract, or it may …
