Avisen Legal Partner Kimberly Lowe Reappointed to the Commission on Uniform State Laws Prestigious appointment made by Governor Tim Walz, Chief Justice Lorie Gildea, and Attorney General Keith Ellison As of June 1, 2021, Avisen Legal partner Kimberly Lowe has been reappointed for a fourth term to the Commission on Uniform State Laws (ULC). The […]
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New Notary Public Bill Making Its Way Through Minnesota State Legislature
The 2018 Minnesota Legislature is in the midst of reviewing and amending a proposal by several House members to enact the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, as amended, approved by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform States Laws, which would significantly update Minnesota’s laws on notarial acts. The House Bill 1609 and Senate […]
Show Me the Money! A Little History About the Uniform Athlete Agents Act (UAAA)
Professional athletes make serious money. We’re talking an average yearly salary of $5.15 million in the NBA. Given this earning potential, it makes sense that the agents who represent professional athletes operate in a highly competitive commercial marketplace. Who can forget Jerry Maguire’s Show Me the Money. Athlete agents reaping professional athletes are not problematic. […]
Answer to ICOs and Bitcoin: Uniform Regulation of Virtual-Currency Business Act
If you are anything like me, you too scratch your head in wonder when the topics of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency or Initial Coin Offerings come up. I’ve talked to experts in this area both lawyers and on the business side and I still don’t exactly get it. But, now that I am older I have come […]
Protecting Trade Secrets and Confidential Information from Employee Misuse
Disclaimer: Please be aware that the information in this article may be outdated regarding the legality of noncompete agreements in Minnesota. For the most current information, please refer to our latest article here: Minnesota Legislature Bans Employee Noncompete Agreements. This article provides general information and is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for personalized […]