Because Minnesota is considered an “at will” employment state, employment law disputes can be complex and confusing. When faced with an employment law issue, including unlawful discharge, discrimination, unemployment compensation, or workers’ compensation, you need an attorney that is experienced, aggressive, and knowledgeable. Cadem Law Group is qualified and experienced at representing both employees and… Read more »

People often think of wills, estates, and probate only once tragedy strikes and they find themselves trying to put together the pieces of an incredibly complex and emotional estate puzzle. That is because many people put off estate planning issues until it is too late and the results are often tragic. Those without an estate… Read more »

Because decisions relating to marriage and children tend to be highly emotional, complex, and life-changing, family law cases can be very difficult cases with which to deal. At Cadem Law Group, we know that each client’s needs are unique, and that each case involves distinct issues. Oftentimes, our clients are seeking little more than advice… Read more »

Orders for Protection (OFP) and Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO), are civil remedies available to victims of harassment, threats, or violence. These court orders forbid a particular individual from having contact with certain other people or persons allegedly victimized by harassment, threats of violence, or violence. They can be preliminarily obtained against someone without any hearing… Read more »

Insurance disputes often arise after a loss or injury occurs and an insurance company denies coverage. These situations are particularly stressful because people are oftentimes faced with significant financial hardship if they are left paying for the loss themselves. Attorney Christopher Cadem is an experienced insurance insider. Having been a licensed property/casualty insurance agent for… Read more »

Citizen’s Arrest: Not Just a Dramatic or Comic Tool Like most people, your main exposure to the term “citizen’s arrest” may be through references in TV and movies, such as filmmaker Michael Moore’s amusing “attempt” to arrest AIG executives in the wake of the global financial meltdown a few years back.  However, a citizen’s arrest… Read more »

The Infamous Entrapment Defense It is not uncommon for my clients charged with drug sales to have been “set up” by an undercover agent or someone working for law enforcement as part of a plea deal. Inevitably, I am asked, “Isn’t that entrapment?” The answer is generally no. Entrapment is not about law enforcement waiting in the weeds… Read more »

As is the case with motor vehicles, it is illegal to operate a motorboat with an alcohol concentration of .08 or more, or while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance (or its metabolite), or other illegal chemical. The law does not prohibit drinking alcoholic beverages aboard boats nor having an open bottle. The… Read more »

Is Intoxication a Defense? With the holiday season in full swing, I thought a quick primer on using intoxication as a defense to drunken shenanigans is in order. Unfortunately, unlike many a college weekend mishap, the “I was drunk” defense rarely succeeds in a court of law. Involuntary intoxication Technically, only involuntary intoxication is ever… Read more »

Attorney Cadem is honored to have been inducted into the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2014. Information can be found at: http://www.thenationaltriallawyers.org/ntl-groups/top-100-trial-lawyers/ Give us a call today at (218) 739-4357 to speak with one of our attorneys and the Cadem Law Group. Proudly Serving: Ramsey County, Hennepin County, Otter Tail County, Fergus… Read more »