Rochester Law Blog
Full and partial criminal expungements
For many residents in Minnesota who are arrested for criminal offenses, one of the biggest concerns is how long the event may interfere with their life. If a person is convicted of a crime, or perhaps even only charged with a crime but never convicted, the impact may...
How can expunging a felony record provide a fresh start?
Minnesota is one of the states that offers individuals the opportunity to expunge or seal an arrest and felony conviction record. While your legal record remains in the court's database, it is not available to the public once a judge agrees to honor your request. The...
Protecting yourself after a car accident
Too many drivers become their own worst enemies following an accident. They make innocent and critical mistakes that haunt them later. Part of the challenge is that the scene of any personal injury auto accident is chaos. Knowing the steps to take, as well as the...
Child custody: The benefits of shared parenting
Parents who decide to end their marriage are faced with a myriad of issues to tackle. One of the most difficult may be that of child custody. Not only are their heavy emotions when separating a family, but it is hard to determine what situation is best for the...
Is DNA reliable evidence?
For decades now, DNA evidence has held the prime spot as the ultimate evidence. It is scientific and impossible to dispute. However, this is now in question as science advances and DNA evidence actually becomes less reliable as a result. If you face criminal charges...
Is speeding really dangerous?
People speed for many reasons. For some people, it becomes a habit. Most of the time, people feel there is very little chance of getting a speeding ticket, so they are willing to risk it by exceeding the speed limit. However, the dangers of speeding are not just in...
How does the court determine my child’s best interests?
A Minnesota custody order outlines who has legal and physical custody along with any expected support from one party to the other. The court does not choose who has custody based on emotion. Instead, the court determines child custody based on the best interests of...
Why is breath used to measure BAC?
Mention the term "drunk driving charges" to anyone in Rochester, and they will likely immediately think of a person standing on the side of the road blowing into a hand-held breath testing device. If this is an all-too-familiar scenario to you, then you may be...
Why do wrongful death lawsuits result in large jury awards?
When an individual loses his or her life unexpectedly, it affects a family emotionally and economically. Minnesota's laws allow surviving family members to file a legal claim against a company or party responsible for causing their loved one's wrongful death. A...
What are common nursing home injuries?
A nursing home should be a sanctuary for older people who require the assistance of caretakers since they can no longer take care of themselves. Unfortunately, some nursing homes do not provide proper care for their residents and neglect them in ways that can cause...
