When it comes to politics, there is typically very little going on at this time of the year here in Minnesota. Indeed, the legislature is not in session, and the highlight of the weeks following July 1, the day that most new state laws take effect, is probably the speeches given at the State Fair. …
Minimum wage in MN to jump to $9 per hour starting this weekend Read More »
Over the course of four posts, we’ve explored the process by which the Minnesota Board of Dentistry receives, processes and responds to complaints alleging violations of the Minnesota Dental Practice Act by dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants. Indeed, the only thing missing has been an exploration of some of the more punitive actions that …
Examining the complaint process as it relates to licensed MN dentists – V Read More »
Back in April, our blog began the painstaking process of examining what happens when the Board of Dentistry, the agency tasked with investigating and disciplining licensed dental professionals for violations of the Minnesota Dental Practice Act, receives a written complaint. Our purpose in doing so has been to debunk some longstanding myths and provide some …
Examining the complaint process as it relates to licensed MN dentists – IV Read More »
The Americans with Disabilities Act expressly prohibits employers from discriminating against disabled people in all employment practices ranging from hiring and firing to promotions and job assignments. Furthermore, this landmark federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations such that disabled employees can perform the essential functions of their job. If an employer fails to …
EEOC reaches settlement in case alleging discrimination against veteran Read More »
If you recently learned that you are pregnant, you may be thrilled for the future and all that it may hold for you and your family. While pregnancy is an exciting time for many women, it can also create some anxiety when it comes to notifying an employer. Should you tell them as soon as …
When do I have to tell my employer that I am pregnant? Read More »
While most of us understand what it is that chiropractors can do for those suffering from debilitating back pain, we may not completely understand and the appreciate just how large of a place it occupies within the medical community or the sheer amount of work it requires to become a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine (DC). …
Dedicated representation for chiropractors facing disciplinary action Read More »
Last time, our blog took a closer look at what both state law and federal law had to say regarding the payment of overtime, examining how it is calculated, as well as which employers are bound to pay it and which employees are exempt from it. In keeping with this theme, today’s post will discuss …
Examining the President’s controversial overtime proposal Read More »
In previous posts, we’ve briefly touched on the issue of what both state and federal employment laws have to say regarding overtime. In light of this fact and President Obama’s recent overtime proposal — something we’ll explore next time — today’s post will take a more in-depth look at this extremely important topic. What does …