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.

Political Issues of The Election

We have less than a month until the election. The next couple of weeks could be a back and forth battle or a quick finish for the incumbents. Depending on which race you are looking at, there can…

By Mike Bryant

/ 31 Oct 2012

Which Congress Person?

There are a bunch of hot races going all over the country. I've been surprised by some of the names that may be in trouble. Watching national races has long been an interest of mine. Goes…

By Mike Bryant

/ 29 Oct 2012

A Lawyer’s Look at the Second Debate

This one was a much better performance by the President. He looked energized and like a confident Commander in Chief this time. Romney had some interesting lines and tried to stand up like he did…

By Mike Bryant

/ 22 Oct 2012

How This Lawyer Looked at the First Debate

I agreed with many that President Obama didn't seem to want to be there or was preoccupied for some reason. Maybe he never expected Romney to be very good? Or maybe since it was his…

By Mike Bryant

/ 16 Oct 2012

Minnesota 2012 Judicial Elections

Even with all the other elections going on, there are still judicial elections to consider. The Minnesota Bar Association has added a website so that consumers can get information on each of the…

By Mike Bryant

/ 3 Oct 2012

Where Does The GPS Go?

Every deposition the questions about distractions on the windshield came up. Sometimes, the defendant has a large handicap sticker that may have played a role in what they could see. Pictures…

By Mike Bryant

/ 13 Sep 2012

More Than Another Day Off: Labor Day

Today is a day of rest and parades. That was the call when Labor Day was originally created in 1882 as the Central Labor Union Day for the regular worker to get a day off. Regular workers that in…

By Mike Bryant

/ 3 Sep 2012

Looking at the Whole Constitution: The 2nd Amendment and the 7th

There is always some sort of talk about the 2nd amendment. Especially, with the election getting closer. As someone who has grown up shooting and hunting with my Dad, I agree with a lot of what…

By Mike Bryant

/ 7 Aug 2012

Good Time To Givethe Gift of Blood

Unfortunately, of the 38-percent of the United States' population who are eligible to give blood only about 8-percent actually do it. Giving blood is an easy process. It usually takes an…

By Mike Bryant

/ 6 Aug 2012

Call from a Potential Defendant

Routinely we get phone calls asking if there is potential liability if a certain situation came up. Listening they usually come from people trying to do the right thing and who have in the past…

By Mike Bryant

/ 1 Aug 2012

Going to a Convention

Several number of times a year, the lawyers here at Bradshaw and Bryant attend conventions. They are most likely either American Association for Justice, Minnesota Justice Association for…

By Mike Bryant

/ 27 Jul 2012

What Can We Learn from The Olympics?

It won't be long until the Olympics will be starting. It's always fun to watch the opening ceremonies and see how much each host city has done to get ready. Then in a very short time, the…

By Mike Bryant

/ 16 Jul 2012