Minnesota

Minnesota Tribe Takes Legal Action Against Social Media Giants for Cultural and Social Impact

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Minneapolis, MN – A Minnesota-based Native American tribe has initiated legal action against leading social media giants, accusing them of not effectively restricting illegal online drug sales that have exacerbated opioid addiction among its members. The lawsuit, filed this week in federal court, targets companies that the tribe believes play a significant role in the opioid crisis by allowing drug traffickers to exploit their platforms. The legal complaint asserts that these social media platforms have become instrumental for drug dealers to market opioids, including dangerous synthetic forms like fentanyl, directly to users, including youths. The … Read more

Minnesota Prepares for Major Legal Changes: New Laws on Student Loans, Employment Testing, and Election Policies Set to Take Effect August 1

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Minneapolis, MN — A slew of new regulations, ranging from augmented student loan protections to refined election laws, will become effective in Minnesota this Tuesday, ushering in broad changes across various sectors that could impact residents statewide. Among the key provisions are enhanced disclosure requirements for student loan servicers, restrictions on marketing vapor products to minors, and increased penalties for straw purchases of firearms. One notable law aims to foster transparency in student lending. Loan servicers will now be required to provide detailed disclosures to borrowers enrolled in income-driven repayment plans, a move that advocates … Read more

Minnesota Lawyer Suspended for 40 Days Following Barrage of Frivolous Motions in Custody Case

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court has suspended attorney Richard Stephen Langree for 40 days, rejecting his claims of widespread corruption and unethical behavior among those overseeing his disciplinary proceedings. Langree, formerly a public defender in California, has been practicing law in Minnesota since 1993, focusing on family law and child-protection cases. The suspension arises from Langree’s conduct in a lengthy child custody dispute, originally part of a 2010 divorce case. In 2018, the father involved hired Langree to request changes to child support and custody terms. Over the course of the legal … Read more

Exploring the Impact of Pay Transparency Laws in Minnesota: Insights and Compliance Strategies Revealed in Latest Podcast Episode

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Minneapolis, MN — Sweeping strides in legislation are affecting the landscape of pay transparency, with Minnesota and other states recently passing measures set to reshape how businesses disclose compensation. These laws promise to pioneer new standards in labor and employment practices, promoting equity and accessibility in the workplace. The ninth episode of GT’s Labor & Employment Podcast, “Asked and Answered,” sees host Kelly Bunting and expert Mikaela Masoudpour dissecting the nuances of these early pay transparency laws. Masoudpour, noted for her breadth of knowledge in the equal pay realm, provides insights gathered from her extensive … Read more