A Minnesotan’s Guide to Assault, Battery, and Restraining Orders
Assault and abuse are serious situations that no one deserves to go through. Unfortunately, victims of assault and abuse often feel stuck in a neverending cycle because recurring situations can be challenging to escape. Without the help of an experienced attorney, charges and justice can be hard to come by. If you live in Minnesota and […]
An Easy Guide to Buy-Sell Agreements
For many business owners, embarking on a new partnership is sure to be an exciting time. However, it is imperative to plan for your future right from the start. Seeing things through rose-colored glasses during the early stages may end up costing you thousands, or worse, your business. Every business partnership should work with a business […]
A How-To Guide to Creating Your Living Trust
Creating an estate plan is essential for protecting your legacy and assets. If you wait too long to make a plan, the circumstances will be difficult and confusing for your heirs. The best way to prepare your estate is by creating a living trust. Many people put off creating a living trust because they may […]
When heated arguments turn into criminal offenses
Sometimes arguments between people in the Fergus Falls area become heated. Angry words may be exchanged, and sometimes the situation escalates to the point that one or both parties are making threats or perhaps even throwing punches. If the police are called, it could mean that one or both parties are arrested on grounds of […]
Power of Attorney: Why Do They Matter?
Power of attorney is a legal term that carries impressive weight but whose meaning is not immediately apparent. The experienced legal team at CJB Law has developed a guide that discusses what power of attorney is and explains a few of the most important things you need to consider when creating one. Defining Power of Attorney The […]
What to do when facing federal criminal charges
No one wants to face criminal charges, but anyone can be swept up by federal criminal charges. This can be as a result of working for the wrong employer, having the wrong friends or just being at the wrong place at the wrong time. And, when this happens, the accused needs to know what to […]
Protocol for Pour-Over Wills
Pour-over wills are an essential part of creating an estate plan for those that choose to use a living trust. A pour-over will can act as a backup to the living trust, ensuring that any assets not in the trust are moved there after you pass. An estate plan is meant to determine what happens […]
Is self-defense legal in Minnesota?
There is no way to be fully prepared for an unexpected attack or incident of violence. When a Minnesota resident is faced with imminent harm and the possibility of death or serious injury, they may react and choose to fight to protect themselves. This form of response is often called self-defense, and, in some jurisdictions, […]
The Probate Process: Everything You Should Know
A large part of creating your estate plan consists of knowing what will happen in the probate process. Probate is the legal process of dealing with a deceased person’s assets and debt, including the court that oversees it and the assets’ actual handling. The purpose of probate is to make sure a person’s will is […]