Legal

This section explores important legal updates across Minnesota—from new state legislation to significant court rulings. Whether it’s a case impacting injury law, consumer protection, or civil rights, our legal coverage helps St. Cloud residents stay informed about their rights and the evolving justice system.

Washington Intoxilyzer Issues Should Cause Concerns For All Law Enforcement

We have posted here before about the issues going on with the intoxilyzer here in Minnesota. Because of that, a recent story in the Washington Post caught my eye. Apparently, 400 people were…

By Mike Bryant

/ 14 Jun 2010

Why Isn’t The Tea Party Standing Up For Jury Trials?

I’ve been reading a lot recently about the history of jury trials. There are fascinating stories about juries that have stood up for justice and against strong governmental interference. At one time…

By Mike Bryant

/ 7 Jun 2010

You Now Have A Right To Say You Want To Remain Silent

The 1966 landmark decision, Miranda v. Arizona, determined that a person in custody had certain rights. Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966). The most commonly known of these rights are the right…

By Mike Bryant

/ 1 Jun 2010

Taking Time On Memorial Day

It’s Memorial Day. Thank You to every solider that has served our country and to all those that continue the service today. It a day to salute each and every one of you. Started as a day that was to…

By Mike Bryant

/ 31 May 2010

More Legal Doors Closing

I remember as a young lawyer being able to walk pretty much anywhere in the Stearns County Courthouse. There were no pass cards or need for bailiffs to walk you around. Sometimes, the judges were to…

By Mike Bryant

/ 26 May 2010

Surprising Retirement : The Minnesota Consumer Loses A Friend

There was a little surprise and sadness in the announcement tonight that Minnesota Senator Mee Moua is retiring. There are other friends of the the consumer that are retiring, but they will be going…

By Mike Bryant

/ 16 May 2010

Bachmann Against Government Waste? Her Mail Speaks Volumes

U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann is at it again. She’s all over the TV talking about being against government waste. But wait, She was a top 60 spenders of the $45 million in taxpayer-funded mailings,…

By Mike Bryant

/ 16 May 2010

Drunk Driving a Barbie Car?!

Drinking and driving is always a bad combination, but a Essex man has been convicted for drinking and driving in a odd way. The man was going about 4 miles per hour… while on a pink Barbie…

By Mike Bryant

/ 13 May 2010

Next Week Is National Police Week

In the past, I’ve posted about watching out for police officers doing their job on the road. At that time, 48 police officers had been hit on Minnesota roads. Drivers have to move over. It is a…

By Mike Bryant

/ 8 May 2010

U S Chamber Emails Minnesota About Washington State Jobs

It’s time for another outrageous email from the U S Chamber. This one starts with : Why are the trial lawyers trying to destroy one of the bright spots of Minnesota’s economy — our state’s fair…

By Mike Bryant

/ 3 May 2010

Let's See The Trees Today: Happy Arbor's Day

Today is Arbor’s day. A great day for all of us to look around and see the trees. Also a great day to take part in making more trees: The best day to plant a tree was 20 years ago, but the second…

By Mike Bryant

/ 30 Apr 2010

Cobra: Do You Qualify?

With the unemployment numbers continuing to stay high, we are getting more questions about Health Insurance. The often start with: who qualifies for Cobra and what does it involve. I came upon this…

By Mike Bryant

/ 24 Apr 2010