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Protections for LGBTQ Individuals: The Equality Act

Posted on February 24th, 2021

Does federal law protect LGBT individuals? In a groundbreaking decision, the United States Supreme Court …

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How Can I Protect Myself as a Pregnant Worker During the COVID-19...

Posted on December 14th, 2020

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, pregnant women face new challenges—changes to in-person doctor …

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What Are My Rights as a Parent During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Posted on December 11th, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many working parents have been placed between a rock and …

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If I Can Work From Home, Can My Employer Force Me to...

Posted on September 14th, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is far from over, yet Minnesota businesses are slowing reopening around the …

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Do I have to pool my tips?

Posted on September 4th, 2020

In Minnesota, the answer is, “No, not if you don’t want to.” Your tips are …

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The U.S. Supreme Court Makes It Easier for Religious Institutions to Violate...

Posted on July 20th, 2020

In a 7-2 decision announced on July 8, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court decided to …

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DEPARTMENT STORE CHAIN SETTLES SICK DAY LAWSUIT

Posted on June 22nd, 2020

Nationwide retailer Dillard’s recently settled an employment discrimination lawsuit brought by workers who say the …

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Whistleblower

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False Claims Act Focus for 2021

Posted on February 26th, 2021

Knowing the kinds of fraud the federal government is focused on fighting is an important …

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New Treasury Secretary applauds role of IRS whistleblowers

Posted on January 26th, 2021

Newly confirmed Secretary of Treasury Janet Yellen told the Senate Finance Committee that she was …

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Stats Show Whistleblowers Are Key Partners in the Fight Against the Many...

Posted on January 20th, 2021

The Department of Justice’s 2020 data is here, and it paints another compelling picture of …

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What Should You Know Before Becoming a Whistleblower?

Posted on November 23rd, 2020

Here are some things you should know before stepping forward as a whistleblower. 1. Whistleblowing …

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What Can You Do to Strengthen Your False Claims Act Case?

Posted on November 16th, 2020

If you suspect that your employer or some other entity is committing fraud against the …

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What are the Goals and Rewards of Whistleblower Programs?

Posted on November 9th, 2020

The news in recent years has had many stories about “whistleblowers”—what they reported, what caused …

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A Not-So-Dynamic Vision—The Documents Illuminate the Falsity

Posted on September 1st, 2020

It is unusual for any plaintiff or relator to achieve a summary judgment ruling in …

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Personal Injury

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I was involved in a T-Bone Accident – what should I do?

Posted on February 25th, 2021

A “T-Bone” accident is a shorthand description of a collision where the front of one …

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Whose Fault Was It?

Posted on February 24th, 2021

People are quick to form a judgment about who is at fault in a car …

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What should you do if you or a loved one is involved...

Posted on February 3rd, 2021

Large trucks are central to keeping our economy rolling. Tragically, they are also the cause …

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62 Q & You.

Posted on August 25th, 2020

What is 62 Q and what does it have to do with me? 62 Q is …

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Beware of Aggressive Insurance Companies . . .

Posted on August 24th, 2020

There’s the old joke that you don’t  need to be faster than the bear that …

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Workplace Covid-19 Deaths and Serious Injuries May Result in Personal Injury Lawsuits...

Posted on August 10th, 2020

Generally, when a person suffers from a work-related injury, they file a workers’ compensation claim …

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Motor Vehicle Accidents in Minnesota – Part II: Liability Claims

Posted on July 22nd, 2020

In our last post, we discussed the benefits you may receive under your no-fault insurance …

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Consumer

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Civil Lawsuits: Providing a path to create social change

Posted on February 10th, 2021

With the Covid-19 pandemic, violent hate groups, policing misconduct, national crises and societal challenges at …

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DEFECTIVE FENTANYL PATCH BLAMED FOR MAN’S DEATH

Posted on June 5th, 2020

Patients who need pain medication can receive such treatment in a variety of ways. Pills …

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“America’s Worst Charities” – Where is the Money Going?

Posted on May 2nd, 2020

Almost $1 billion of $1.3 billion donated to “America’s Worst Charities” in the past decade …

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Supreme Court Further Denies Basic Rights to Workers & Consumers

Posted on May 1st, 2019

Recently the U.S. Supreme Court struck another blow against consumers and employees in the case …

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Halunen Law Plays Key Role as Co-counsel in Victory for Consumer Rights...

Posted on January 12th, 2018

Halunen Law plays key role as co-counsel in victory for consumer rights and arbitration Many …

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Good News for Consumers – Supreme Court’s Decision Not to Hear Appeals...

Posted on October 9th, 2017

On October 2, 2017, the United States Supreme Court denied Samsung’s appeals from two joint …

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Class Action Protects Military from Bank Misconduct

Posted on September 6th, 2017

This recent posting by Public Justice shows the importance of preserving the class action mechanism …

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