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Co-Authored by: Alec Sherod & Evelyn O’Brien American farmers rely on supply chains that stretch far beyond the United States’ borders. Accordingly, geopolitics plays a critical role in determining the input costs that farmers face, from fertilizer and fuel to agricultural equipment. As geopolitical tensions rise and production prices remain...
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A Ramsey County District judge paused the social equity applicant pre-approval lottery set for tomorrow, November 25, 2024. How did we get here and what’s next? Judge Stephen L. Smith of Ramsey County District Court heard consolidated arguments for three lawsuits involving eight plaintiffs who were verified social equity applicants...
If you’re considering filing a lawsuit in Minnesota, a critical question to ask is whether you can recover attorney’s fees as part of your case. The answer largely depends on the type of claim you bring, the agreements between parties, and specific Minnesota laws. Let’s explore when attorney’s fees might...
When an employee comes forward with a complaint, it’s a signal that something isn’t right. As an employer, your first instinct may be to find the quickest, least disruptive solution. But when policy is broken, and an investigation is necessary, what you really need is a plaintiffs’ litigator—not just any...
THE FUTURE of Legal Tech and the Art of Persuasive Legal Writing Legal writing can be complex, but with the right techniques, it becomes a powerful tool for persuasion. In this inaugural Legal Writing Mastery newsletter, brought to you by Hellmuth & Johnson’s Legal Writing Practice Group, we provide more...
In Minnesota’s legal landscape, punitive damages are a crucial yet often overlooked tool that can tip the scales in litigation. Beyond compensating victims, punitive damages are awarded to punish particularly egregious behavior and deter similar conduct in the future. They can also provide a powerful bargaining chip for attorneys seeking...
For some time, Hellmuth & Johnson’s Legal Writing Practice Group has supported our firm’s wide-ranging litigation practice. We are excited to now offer these services to outside attorneys as well. Led by Brendan Kenny and co-chaired by Neven Selimovic, our team assists and writes for litigators across a variety of...
No one wants to pay more taxes than they have to. To carry out this objective, many people search for the perfect estate planning tool that will allow them to control as much of their money and property as possible while reducing the amount they or their loved ones will...
Recent developments in Minnesota’s tax law have opened up new opportunities for child care centers to qualify for property tax exemptions. This article examines the key requirements and implications of this change, focusing on the recent Under the Rainbow Early Educ. Center v. County of Goodhue case. Key Takeaways Child...
In the recent case of Galaxy Wireless, LLC v. Western National Mutual Ins. Co., 8 N.W.3d 698 (Minn. Ct. App. 2024), the Minnesota Court of Appeals addressed significant issues surrounding insurance coverage and contractual obligations. This case is particularly relevant for businesses navigating the complexities of insurance claims and liability...
We are now over a month and a half past the closing of the application window for social equity applicants to apply for pre-approval of cannabis licenses from Office of Cannabis Management. The burning question is: when will people know if their application was accepted into the lottery? We do...