In his Bench & Bar of Minnesota article, “What’s (the court say) a business (is) worth?”, attorney Joe Pull explores the complex process of valuing a business when legal disputes arise. Whether in divorce or shareholder litigation, the valuation process is critical yet challenging. It requires courts and attorneys to...
Reducing the Cost of Free Speech: Minnesota Revives a Tool for Dealing with Defamation Lawsuits
Politically active citizens and media occasionally find out the hard way that freedom to speak can be quite expensive, when they are sued for speaking out about controversial political issues. A defamation lawsuit is nothing to sneeze at, even if the speaker expects to win because they do not believe...
Now Hiring! Legal Administrative Assistant – October 2024
Parker Daniels Kibort is looking for a dynamic Legal Administrative Assistant to join our exceptional litigation team to work in a fun and exciting atmosphere in a beautiful penthouse office space. The ideal candidate will have at least five years’ experience in litigation.
Navigating the Perils of Politics in the Workplace
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Founding Attorney Andrew Parker featured in Twin Cities Business
We are pleased to announce that Founding Attorney Andrew Parker has been featured in Twin Cities Business for his insightful analysis on the growing impact of political speech in the workplace.
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid in Premium Financed Life Insurance
Premium financed life insurance can be a powerful tool for high-net-worth individuals looking to secure large life insurance policies without tying up or liquidating their assets to pay premiums. At its most basic level, premium financed life insurance involves taking out a loan from a lender to cover the cost...
Essential Role of eDiscovery in Modern Litigation
The litigation attorneys at Parker Daniels Kibort have extensive experience and winning strategies in managing eDiscovery. Our team has achieved case victories regarding eDiscovery, including adverse jury instructions and orders granting our motions to compel.
New Independent Contractor Rules
Workers who perform services for companies are legally considered “employees” of those companies, with all the accompanying benefits and legal protections. Many companies, however, have traditionally classified their workers as “independent contractors,” and thus avoided giving those workers such benefits as retirement, unemployment compensation and workers’ compensation, and even social...
Winning Results! Landmark Disability Benefits Case
Winning Results! We are thrilled to announce that Parker Daniels Kibort has secured a crucial win for our client, Ann Wessberg, in a landmark disability benefits case.
New Employment Laws Effective August 1, 2024
The 2024 legislature passed a large number of laws affecting employment, some of which are becoming effective now. In particular, the Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, which will not become fully effective until January 1, 2026, has been partially implemented now.