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A new federal law will go into effect June 27, 2023, that provides rights to pregnant employees.  The law is consistent with current Minnesota law, so it shouldn’t be a big change for most Minnesota employers. Who is impacted?      Employers with 15 or more employees. Who is protected?     Qualified employees who have conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth What’s required?      Employers must provide reasonable accommodations upon request What kinds of accommodation?      Things like: Being allowed to sit or drink water Closer parking Flexible hours Appropriately sized uniforms and safety apparel Additional break time to use the bathroom, eat, and rest

By John Christian, Attorney For many people, purchasing real estate is the largest purchase of their lives. That also makes it the most important purchase in most people’s lives. Because of that, it is important to use the services of someone you trust in the title and closing process. Blethen Berens has a full-service title company within its law firm. The trust that the community places in Blethen Berens for all its legal needs can also be placed in Blethen Berens Title for the community’s title and closing needs. We provide the same services that other title companies in the

The 2023 Minnesota Legislative session is off to a busy start, and a top priority for Democratic leaders and the Governor is paid family and medical leave for all Minnesota employees. A bill has been introduced to provide for this leave and it appears likely to pass in some form. This bill, in its current form, would likely have very significant impacts on all Minnesota employers and as a result, employers need to be aware of (1) the bill’s proposed terms, (2) how individuals and businesses can provide feedback, and (3) what’s to come if and when this bill passes.