The internet has been abuzz this week over the case of Jennifer Connell, the woman who sued her own 12-year-old nephew over an injury she sustained when he was just 8, the result of an exuberant hug from the little …
“Worst Aunt Ever” Case Highlights Important Aspect of Insurance Law Read more »
About half the practice of a decent lawyer consists in telling would-be clients that they are damned fools and should stop -Elihu Root The Minnesota Vikings have the distinction of being one of the few professional sports teams to have …
The Art of Contract Negotiation aka Where Ragnar Went Wrong Read more »
Last week I joined a group from the Elk River Chamber of Commerce on a visit to the Minnesota State Capitol. Part of that visit included an excellent meeting with the Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, Lorie Skjerven Gildea. …
Why You Should Consider ADR Provisions in Your Business Agreements Read more »
I’ve written on this blog before about the dangers of trying to start a business without having a good business attorney on your team. In doing so I’ve focused more on the negative effects of using the alternatives – LegalZoom …
My wife and I have what’s called a “mixed marriage” in Minnesota; I’m a Minnesota Vikings fan and my wife, being a Wisconsin native, is a fan of the archrival Green Bay Packers. In fact, her parents even live in …
When I’m consulting with potential clients on possible lawsuits, I often hear them say that “this case is a slam dunk.” When I hear this, I feel that it is my job, as someone with experience in handling legal disputes, …
Take the Truck, Leave the House: How External Factors Influence Legal Decisions Read more »