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Twin Cities-area businesses are experiencing a significant uptick in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Notices of Inspection (NOI) requiring them to produce all relevant Form I-9s for their employees. Recent shifts in federal immigration enforcement have led to a significant change in how U.S. DHS initiates audits. While NOI were...
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The countdown begins for the 2024 elections. During this time, homeowners and community associations should be familiar with two state statutes that impact homeowner ability to display political signs and when a political candidate may enter a community association to campaign. Political Signs Minnesota Statutes Section 211B.045 identifies when noncommercial...
Many contractors have been closely monitoring the status of a bill that sought to dramatically expand the criteria regarding employee misclassification in the construction industry and add new penalties for incorrectly claiming workers as independent contractors. Originally known as House File 4444 (“HF 4444”), this bill emerged with great momentum...
Minnesota creates uncertainty among employers with its recent enactment of a near-blanket ban on non-solicitation provisions that restrict customers’ ability to directly hire workers placed on their jobsites. The new law (Minn. Stat. § 181.9881) is set to take effect on July 1, 2024. Various business groups, including association-management companies,...
The recently passed cannabis omnibus bill incorporated major changes to the laws around recreational cannabis licensing, but it also included significant changes to the law currently regulating the current low-dose, hemp-derived products (Minn. Stat. 151.72 ). Here are three major changes that go into effect io July 1, 2024: The...
When it comes to federal taxes, most people are very aware of the federal income tax because, if they earn a paycheck, they cannot help but notice the deductions each pay period. But there are lesser-known taxes such as the capital gains tax (a form of income tax), the estate...
Spousal support, spousal maintenance, or alimony can be a complicated process. While every state has its own unique set of laws and standards regarding spousal maintenance, understanding how Minnesota handles this process after a legal separation is essential for those going through a divorce, especially in high-income families. Going into...
It is important for employers to be aware that a recent National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision has significantly changed the required response to a union demand to bargain or request for recognition. The Cemex Construction Materials Pacific, LLC v. NLRB case, issued in August 2023, is a dramatic departure...
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) creates uncertainty in the U.S. labor market with its recent announcement of a near-blanket ban on non-compete agreements. This bold move is intended to increase worker mobility and competition. The new rule is set to take effect in approximately 120 days, or around August 20,...
Estate planning can be a significant part of successful financial management, especially for married couples. One key consideration is minimizing estate taxes, which can substantially affect the distribution of money and property to a married couple’s loved ones. What Are Gift and Estate Taxes? In 2024, a $13.61 million federal...
Minnesota OSHA has recently announced initiatives to the address the need for contractors to continuously update their safety protocols and training efforts. OSHA’s focus in these initiatives is aligning fostering a culture of safety in the construction section, with an emphasis on the four goals below. Expanded Training and...