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Steering Clear When Pulled Over for a DWI

Makenzie Zarate March 19, 2024

Getting pulled over by the police can be scary, particularly if it’s late at night and you’ve had a drink or two. In such a high-stress moment, it’s easy to make mistakes that could complicate the situation. Understanding what not to do is crucial, so here’s a rundown of the most common pitfalls to steer clear of it you ever

Politics and Patient Safety

Kay Van Wey March 19, 2024

When did everything get so political? It seems that wherever we turn everything is fair game for a political debate. But, how in the world did healthcare become so political? I think all of us, no matter if we are conservative or liberal, Republican or Democrat believe in certain fundamental rights. For the love of Pete, can we all agree: Americans

An medical screen showing a weight loss surgery patient who may have thiamine deficiency.

Bariatric Surgery & Brain Damage: Understanding the Risk of Thiamine Deficiency

Kathy Snapka March 15, 2024

Understanding Wernicke Korsakoff Risks for Bariatric Surgery Patients For patients seeking life-changing weight loss through bariatric surgery, an often-overlooked danger lurks in the months following their procedure. Within just weeks of surgery, patients can develop severe thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency, leading to permanent brain damage – a devastating outcome that proper monitoring could prevent. Research shows that bariatric surgery patients

A doctor viewing an eye scan of a patient with undiagnosed thiamine deficiency.

Failure to Diagnose Thiamine Deficiency: A Critical Medical Error

Kathy Snapka March 12, 2024

When medical providers miss the early signs of thiamine deficiency, patients face potentially devastating neurological consequences. While this essential nutrient deficiency can be easily treated when caught early, failure to recognize and respond to warning signs often leads to severe, permanent complications. Understanding how these diagnostic failures occur reveals critical gaps in medical care that continue to put patients at

Worst-Case Scenario Realized: Federal Lawsuit Against Hemp Companies

Morgan Davis March 11, 2024

For many years, those of us practicing in the areas of hemp and cannabis have been warning clients about the ever-present worst-case scenario – federal action against their company or person. It was like this dark cloud looming, threatening to rain on everyone’s parade. As the years went on and nothing “bad” happened, that rain cloud seemed far off. History

Is a Lawyer Necessary When Arrested for a DWI in Texas

Advice on Being Stopped for DWI

John Fanney March 11, 2024

Lawyers who don’t handle DWI cases sometimes receive frantic calls from clients when a charge is looming, or a DWI arrest has been made. The laws are confusing, and there is a lot of misinformation out there. If you get that call from a client, advise them to retain an attorney with a proven record at trial, field sobriety test,

Patents Expose Celebs: Inventions Created by Celebrities

Z. Peter Sawicki and James L. Young March 9, 2024

They often make it look so easy when celebrities entertain us in their movies, songs and dance routines. What we fail to typically appreciate are the intense production aspects behind what we see and hear. Many celebrities are involved in the production of their own works. On occasion, their involvement has led to unique innovations, some of which we can

Understanding the Ongoing Lawsuits Against Suboxone for Claims of Severe Tooth Decay

Matthew Dolman March 8, 2024

Suboxone—a medication widely used to treat Opioid Use Disorder—has been linked to tooth decay by various medical studies and patient reports, leading to a slew of lawsuits. These lawsuits focus on the failure of Indivior, the maker of Suboxone, to warn patients about the severe dental damage that the medication can potentially cause. These lawsuits claim that patients have suffered

A noncompete and nonsolicitation agreements should be reviewed by your attorney

Are Noncompete Or Nonsolicit Agreements Enforceable in Minnesota?

Brandon M. Schwartz March 5, 2024

Employers have long relied on restrictive covenants such as noncompete and nonsolicitation agreements to protect their business and market position. Historically, agreements such as noncompete agreements had to be limited in scope – including duration and geographic area – in order to be enforceable. And I previously wrote on this topic back in November 2022. However, a new Minnesota law

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