Minnesota’s 2026 Prevailing Wage Rates: What Contractors Need to Know Before Bidding on Public Projects
November 4th, 2025
If your business is considering bidding on state-funded or public construction projects in Minnesota, understanding prevailing wage requirements is essential. The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) recently released the 2026 certified p…
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Minnesota Targets “Ghost Policies” in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know
October 31st, 2025
Minnesota Targets “Ghost Policies” in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know Minnesota’s construction industry has a growing problem – and state lawmakers are taking notice. A new law, effective January 1, 2026, aims to crack down on…
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When Construction Defects Get Complicated: What “Highly Technical” Really Means
October 9th, 2025
Contributor: Courtney Ernston
Not every construction defect is obvious. Some problems show up as a small crack or a minor performance issue — but behind the scenes, there may be deep design or engineering failures that only experts can identify. These are called highly technica…
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Minnesota Mechanic’s Lien Services: Why Choose North Star
September 26th, 2025
When payment problems arise on a construction project, filing a mechanic’s lien in Minnesota is often the most effective way to secure your right to get paid. But not all lien services are created equal. At North Star Law Group, we provide attorney…
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Minnesota Contractor charged with Wage Theft
September 4th, 2025
Contributor: Colin Stephenson
Minnesota Contractor charged with Wage Theft In a press conference yesterday, Ramsey County Attorney John Choi announced eight felony charges against a MN contractor, including wage theft, tax evasion, and insurance fraud. The complaint alleges stole…
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Roofers: Before You Knock, Know the Rules!
August 1st, 2025
Roofers – going door-to-door in Minnesota to offer roofing services? Make sure you’re following ALL applicable state laws and local ordinances — especially when insurance claims are involved. State Requirements Be licensed by the MN Departm…
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Minnesota Expands Misclassification Enforcement
July 24th, 2025
Contributor: Colin Stephenson
MN lawmakers doubled down on misclassification enforcement in the June 2025 Jobs Bill, expanding penalties, granting DLI new funding, new personnel, and “rapid response” powers, promising faster investigation of complaints and immediate stop wo…
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Why Minnesota Business Owners Must Prioritize Worker Classification Compliance
June 23rd, 2025
Why Minnesota Business Owners Must Prioritize Worker Classification Compliance Minnesota’s new misclassification law is transforming how companies engage independent contractors and employees—specifically in construction, trades, and gig work. Co…
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Dealing with Tariffs and Price Changes in Construction
May 27th, 2025
Contributor: John Greniuk
Supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and unpredictable tariffs have created new challenges for the construction industry. With fluctuating costs on materials like steel, lumber, stone, and even essential machinery and tools, navigating today’…
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Interior Designers Need to be Licensed Contractors
March 14th, 2025
Contributor: John Greniuk
Interior Designers Need to be Licensed Contractors Under Minnesota law, anyone managing two or more trades on a job site needs to be a licensed General Contractor. Minnesota Law Minnesota’s Department of Labor and Industry (“DOLI”) mandates…
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