If your small business was set up as a Minnesota corporation, then there are some standard requirements you need to comply with every year. These are the “corporate formalities” that make it clear...
Federal and State Death Tax Updates
Death taxes are back in the news at the federal level as well as in Delaware and Minnesota. What Happened to the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015? Back in February and March of 2015, identical bills calli...
Protecting Your Trade Secrets
There are many ways to protect the secrets that make your business a success and one option, especially if your business relies on a formula, is to protect it as a trade secret. The spice mix and reci...
Collect Rent That’s Past Due
Renting property can be a lucrative business, but it has its own set of laws and rules that landlords must comply with when handling tenants. One common question new landlords often ask is how to coll...
Using Digital Signatures
If your business uses a lot of contracts and you are sending and sharing them online, you’re probably using either digital or electronic signatures. Some software programs, such as Acrobat, may repr...
What is a Cease and Desist Letter?
As a business owner, you’re focused on running and growing your business, looking for new opportunities, and being active in your community. When considering the name of your business, you should be...
An Overview of Landlord Tenant Law
Becoming a residential or commercial landlord is a decision that should be embarked upon only after having some understanding of the details of Minnesota landlord tenant law. Unfortunately, the law ...
Minimizing Income Tax for Small Businesses
Business owners should choose the structure of their business with an eye towards minimizing their taxes. Tax law is a complex subject, always changing and requires constantly study by lawyers and acc...
Minnesota Mechanics Lien Basics
If you work in the construction industry, you need to be familiar with the reasons and process for filing a mechanics lien. Construction law and the related contracts can be complex and making a mista...
Why Have a Lawyer Handle Your Property Refinance?
The purchase and/or financing of your home is probably one of the most significant purchases of your life. Why would you consider making this purchase without working with a lawyer? Minnesota cour...