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April 2015

April 30, 2015

Facebook Privacy Means Little When It Comes to Legal Cases

With all of the self-written “privacy disclaimers” popping up all over social media channels, there has been a lot of debate about how the use of social media outlets coincides with users’ expectations when it comes to privacy. But what about legal cases? Can courts use information you post on […]
April 27, 2015

North Dakota Makes Updates to DUI Laws this Spring

The North Dakota legislature has made some immediate changes to North Dakota DUI law that directly impact the 24/7 sobriety program and drug court. Keep reading to learn more about the latest updates. DUI Drug Court Changes With the new amendments, a person with multiple previous DUI convictions can reduce […]
April 14, 2015

Troops and Repossessions Leave Loved Ones in Difficult Situations

You took an oath to serve your country. You put your life on the line and served in places far from home. But what happens to your family back at home? You trust your belongings and finances are safe back home because of the protections the government gives you as […]
April 9, 2015

Going Through a Divorce? Be Careful What You Post Online.

Social media channels are great for connecting people. But when it comes to a divorce, communicating with your soon-to-be-ex (or about him/her) on a public platform is not the smartest idea. Social channels can add a whole new dimension to an already-painful breakup, and they can complicate and potentially hinder […]
April 7, 2015

Bob Stroup Steps Down From SBAND Title Standards Committee

One of our own, Bob Stroup II stepped down as chair from the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the State Bar Association of North Dakota (SBAND) in December. We are proud of the work Bob has contributed to the committee over the years. Read on to learn […]
April 2, 2015

Tracy Lyson Named Super Lawyers Rising Star

Due to her experience, knowledge and exceptional professionalism, Tracy Lyson has been named Rising Star of the Great Plains Super Lawyers list of 2014. About the Rising Star List The Super Lawyers’ Rising Star list is an exclusive, hand-selected list of attorneys in the region to watch in the upcoming […]