Without a doubt, one of the proudest moments in the lives of any health care professional is when they are able to walk across the stage, clad in cap and gown, to receive their diploma. That’s because this moment, however fleeting, is the culmination of years of intensive academic work and personal sacrifice, and marks …
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Under Minnesota law, those who feel very strongly about the type of medical care that should be provided in the event of their mental and/or physical incapacity have the option of executing what is known as a health care directive. In general, this legally binding document allows a person to either 1) communicate their exact …
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It may seem hard to believe but Election Day is now just a few weeks away, meaning the number of television ads, campaign signs and mail fliers are only going to increase. Interestingly, it isn’t just purely political matters that are making headlines this election season, as a rather noteworthy employment law-related story has recently …
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Most people might not realize it, but the popular sandwich chain Jimmy John’s is currently at the center of a lawsuit filed by its employees. In fact, during the course of these proceedings, a noncompete clause that all prospective Jimmy John’s employees are made to sign came to light and its terms are raising eyebrows …
As we’ve discussed before, many people are reluctant to take the necessary steps to create a proper estate plan not because they are neglectful, but rather because they are reluctant to broach the always difficult topic of death. As it turns out, many people are equally reluctant to take the necessary steps to create …
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In our last post, we discussed how truly unfortunate it can be when the excitement of the job interview process is marred by otherwise questionable employer inquiries that could potentially be used in a discriminatory manner. We also discussed how the Minnesota Human Rights Act contains specific provisions barring employers from certain pre-employment practices, including …
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When a person receives a call asking them to come in for a job interview, it’s not uncommon for them to experience a range of emotions including excitement and even some anxiety. This is perfectly understandable given the possibilities, as well as everything involved in the hiring and interviewing process. However, it’s important to note …
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In a prior post, we started exploring the topic of simple wills. The reasoning behind this was to provide some valuable insight into what state law has to say about these important legally binding documents and to reinforce just how vital they are in helping solidify a person’s exact estate planning wishes. In today’s post, …
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