Insights and alerts from North Star Law Group
BOI Reporting Back in Effect
February 19th, 2025
Contributor: Nikki Murray
On February 18th, the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) announced the new date for the reporting of Beneficial Ownership Information. (BOI Reporting) For companies formed or created on or prior to December 31, 2023, the updated deadline to submit…
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Categories: Business
Minnesota Builders Challenge Misclassification Law
February 18th, 2025
Contributor: Colin Stephenson
TL;DR: Pending lawsuit could delay some misclassification measures, but contractors should keep preparing for March to come in like a lion. Many Minnesota building contractors have spent the winter wondering whether March would “come in like a lion…
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The Supreme Court Case That Could Redefine Police Accountability (Deadly Force)
February 13th, 2025
I. INTRODUCTION A routine traffic stop in Texas in 2016 ended with the death of an unarmed Black man. Now, the U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Barnes v. Felix, a case that questions how courts should assess police use of force. When an officer uses d…
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Categories: Criminal
Does a Drug Dog Sniff Inside a Vehicle Require Probable Cause?
January 17th, 2025
Traffic stops. We have all been there. You notice the flashing lights in your rearview mirror, pull over, and prepare for the usual questions. But what if the officer doesn’t ask you any questions and instead orders you out of your vehicle and call…
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Categories: Criminal
Brand Protection Basics on Federal Trademarks
January 15th, 2025
Contributor: John Greniuk
Federal Trademarks TLDR: Business owners likely do not need to register federal trademarks unless their brand or slogan is highly unique and is used in multiple states’ markets nationwide. What Is a Trademark? A federal trademark is a registration…
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Categories: Business
How is Child Support Calculated in Minnesota?
January 3rd, 2025
Child support is a vital component in ensuring that children’s needs are met after a separation or divorce. In Minnesota, the calculation of child support is governed by state guidelines, designed to ensure fairness and that both parents contribute…
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Categories: Family Law
BOI Reporting Reinstated: Get Ready to Report!
December 24th, 2024
The CTA and FinCEN BOI Reporting Has Been Reinstated TL;DR: BOI reporting requirements are back and reports must be completed by Jan 13, 2025. (Updated as of 2/19 – this requirement has an extension of March 21) What Changed? On December 23, 20…
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FinCEN Updates: BOI Filing
December 23rd, 2024
Contributor: John Greniuk
Ongoing litigation in Texas stops the clock on BOI filing for small businesses. The U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of Texas granted a nationwide preliminary injunction suspending enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”):…
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Categories: Business
Religion and Divorce in Minnesota
December 20th, 2024
Divorce is never an easy decision, and for many Minnesotans, religious beliefs add another layer of complexity to an already emotional process. Minnesota’s no-fault divorce laws aim to provide a neutral legal framework, but for couples whose faith…
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Categories: Family Law
Co-Parenting: What Every Minnesota Parent Should Know
December 13th, 2024
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce requires patience, collaboration, and a clear focus on the child’s best interests. Minnesota courts emphasize the importance of fostering healthy relationships between children and both parents, which hing…
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Categories: Family Law
