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When it comes to estate planning, probate, and trusts, there are so many different avenues available and variables to consider that it can be hard to know where to start. What options make the most sense for you and your situation? What makes sense for your family’s future? Here are just a few scenarios that you and your family might be wondering about.  When is the best time to get the family together with the attorney to read Dad’s Will?  While Dad is living, Dad gets to decide whether and how he shares the details of his Will and overall estate

As we move into 2021, many businesses are wondering whether there has been any change to the leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The short answer is that the FFCRA leave requirements have not been extended beyond December 31, 2020, but there may be an incentive for business to consider voluntarily extending the use of any remaining FFCRA leave by their employees. As a reminder, the FFCRA required all private employers with less than 500 employees to provide paid emergency sick leave for certain COVID-19-related absences and extended the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for

Congratulations to Michael Karp on His Retirement!

As COVID-19 vaccinations begin to take place in the United States, discussions are emerging about potential vaccination mandates from employers. In light of these discussions and questions, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released guidance for employers on vaccination mandates and the interplay with various workplace anti-discrimination laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The EEOC guidance on vaccinations indicates that employers can require that their employees be vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to certain federal and state anti-discrimination laws. Such vaccinations could be required and administered by the

AEM Workforce Solutions and Blethen Berens partner to offer the second annual AEM Engage Development Series for southern Minnesota's HR professionals. It can be difficult to find development opportunities for HR professionals that covers the broad range of intricacies related to your unique business. From best practices to compliance to payroll to workplace policies - the AEM Engage Development Series can help. Experts such as HR professionals, accountants and lawyers lead these sessions by offering their expertise and real life experience. Participants will have the opportunity to build their network to foster development and support for years to follow. AEM