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Beware of Liquidated Damage Clauses in Residential Construction

AUGUST 28, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Minnesota Court of Appeals issued its ruling today in Smart Construction, Inc. v. Dean Suchy, A22-1524. The case dealt with whether a liquidated damages clause was valid. Background on Liquidated Damages The… Read More
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Categories: Construction
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North Star Cannabis Law in the News

Minnesota became the 23rd state to legalize adult-use (recreational) cannabis on August 1st, and North Star’s lawyers were ready with the scoop on the latest cannabis law news. Updates to Cannabis Law from North Star Law Racket.MN talked to Jen on… Read More
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Categories: Cannabis
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New Wage Theft Liability Litigation

Very soon Governor Walz is expected to sign into law a new bill that greatly expands parties who may be held liable for wage theft. This new wage theft liability law will take effect on August 1, 2023. Changes in Wage Theft Liability A General Contra… Read More
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Categories: Business
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Minnesota Cannabis Legalization

Minnesota’s cannabis legalization bill H.F. 100, which passed both the House and Senate in May 2023, will make Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize recreational marijuana. The bill establishes a regulatory framework for both adult-use cannabis… Read More
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Categories: Cannabis