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Factors that Affect Alcohol Absorption

There are many factors that affect the rate of alcohol absorption by the body. These factors can influence an individual’s ability to determine their level of inebriation and can influence their decision to operate a...

| December 9, 2016 | DUI/DWI
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Holding Nursing Homes Liable for Personal Injuries

Elder abuse inflicts devastating emotional and physical damage to millions of nursing home residents each year. It’s estimated that 1 in 5 elderly patients will suffer abuse, yet barely 1 in 14 cases is pursued. In...

| November 24, 2016 | Personal Injury
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Can You Get a DWI if You Aren’t Driving in Minnesota?

While DWI stands for “Driving While Intoxicated or Impaired”, an individual does not have to be actually driving to get charged with the offense in Minnesota. In fact, attempting to drive, sitting or sleeping in...

| November 16, 2016 | DUI/DWI
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Third-Party Liability For Texting And Driving Accidents

Minnesotans who cause accidents while they are texting and driving may be liable to people that they injure, and certain third parties might also be partially liable for the accidents. Texting and driving is dangerous...

| November 8, 2016 | Personal Injury
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The True Impact of Cyber Bullying

As the number of children and teens with internet access continues to increase, cyber bullying has become a dangerous epidemic. Bullies have moved from the playground to the web, where cruel remarks, humiliating photographs, and...

| October 28, 2016 | Personal Injury
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Diverting Drug Offenders into Treatment Programs

The State of Minnesota is working to divert drug offenders from prison and into drug treatment programs | Drug Court |  It’s currently estimated that 8% of Minnesotans use illicit or illegal drugs at least...

| October 21, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes
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Minnesota Accident Data Shows Changes Needed

The Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety released 2015 crash data for the state, showing that there was a 14 percent increase in traffic deaths and indicating a clear need for proactive steps to reduce the...

| October 14, 2016 | Personal Injury
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Prescription Drugs Increase DWI Risks in Minnesota

In Minnesota, it’s illegal for an individual to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of a (prescription drug) Schedule I or Schedule II controlled substance. A MN DWI lawyer is often necessary to...

| October 7, 2016 | Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI
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Is that Evidence Admissible in Court?

A recent Supreme Court ruling means that evidence obtained after an illegal stop may now be admitted into court under certain circumstances. As long as the search is conducted after an arrest warrant is discovered,...

| September 27, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI
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Dram Shop Laws in Minnesota Protect the Public

Dram shop laws in Minnesota help protect the public from individuals who consume excessive alcohol at bars and other social functions. The law allows people to seek claims for the medical bills, lost wages, property...

| September 21, 2016 | Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI
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