Never sign a contract that you do not feel 100% comfortable with. It can harm your business for years to come. Signing it is legally binding. In a lot of cases, you can't back out after the fact. Even with specific escape clauses, which allow you to legally break the...
Month: August 2019
Why is estate planning so important for blended families?
If you have been divorced or widowed before and now met a new person that you would like to get married to, that is certainly something to celebrate. However, Minnesota residents in this situation should be sure to use their heads as much as their hearts when making...
How Do You Start a Business in Minnesota?
Starting a business in Minnesota does not have to be difficult. However, you should take care to do everything correctly. The right business model and legal structure should protect you from liability. Conversely, inappropriate structures could have the opposite...
When should you use an irrevocable trust?
Minnesota could offer you a range of options when it comes to estate planning. An irrevocable trust is one of these tools. When you create one of these trusts, you basically set up a separate legal entity over which you have no control and supply it with assets. In...
Should you register your trademark?
Whether you are a small business owner or you are in charge of a larger corporation, you may have adopted a mark for your company. Marks are designed to alert customers to your brand, and can be a name, symbol or sign that represents your company. Although marks are...
What is the difference between a guardian and conservator?
Guardians and conservators are both, generally speaking, types of custodians under Minnesota law. However, the general idea of caring for someone is more or less where the similarity ends.As detailed by the Minnesota Conference of Chief Judges, the basic difference...
How does the probate process work?
It is never easy when a close friend or family member passes away. Often there are strong emotions involved, and it can be difficult to make the final arrangements. One of the most overwhelming items to deal with may be that of finalizing the estate and distributing...
The primary advantages of Chapter 7 bankruptcy
The decision to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy is never an easy one. Even if you understand the pros and cons, you may still have some reservations about pushing forward. This is natural, as filing for bankruptcy is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever...