Perspectives

Sometimes all you need to navigate the legal landscape is a little information. Our blogs and articles touch on a wide spectrum of legal matters that can pop up in both business and everyday life, and we hope they’ll shed a little light wherever you happen to need it.

Becoming a Landlord 101: Screening Tenants

Screening Tenants

As a landlord, the process of finding a good tenant is fairly simple. It’s important to screen prospective tenants thoroughly and thoughtfully, however, in order to avoid headaches during the tenancy and after.

Minnesota’s Lemon Law

Do you have an auto repair that is covered under a warranty the manufacturer refuses to honor? If so, you are protected by Minnesota law. Minnesota’s lemon law covers new vehicles that have either been purchased or leased in Minnesota, and used vehicles that are still under warranty.

Why Providing Opposing Party Information Protects You

When you call in to Wagner, Falconer and Judd to open an intake on a new legal matter, the Customer Service Representative asks for the name of the opposing party, among other things. Although it may not seem to be the case, this is an important piece of information.

Taryn Krumwiede Selected as Eleven Who Care Honoree

WFJ’s own Taryn Krumwiede has been selected as one of KARE 11’s Eleven Who Care honorees! She’s receiving this recognition for her impressive achievements as the co-founder of Ella’s Halo, and for her volunteer work with Faith’s Lodge.

Do My Goods Need a Passport? How About a Visa? – Part 1: Documentation Requirements

Companies both small and large  have a strong desire to export their products abroad.  Viable markets, proper infrastructure, product support needs, and ensuring payment are all incredibly important considerations, however once the decision has been made to ship, the question becomes how to ensure the product gets out the door and to its destination.

5 Red Flags When Using Craigslist

As you are probably aware, Craigslist is an online classified advertisement arena where anyone can post items or services that are for sale. However, the site is also a haven for scammers, who prey on unsuspecting buyers and sellers. The following situations described will help you distinguish between a valid post and a swindler.

WFJ & Local Student Score Against MN State High School League

This article originally appeared in Minnesota Lawyer, under the title “Minnesota High School Hockey League Lands in Penalty Box.” It’s included here with the permission of its author, Barbara L. Jones.

The importance of high school hockey to  Minnesotans can hardly be overstated,  but infrequently does a player’s attempt to put the Minnesota State High School League in the penalty box end up in federal court.