Whether you were convicted of DWI, careless driving, assault, drug possession, or any other offense, a term of probation was likely part of your sentence. When someone is placed on probation they must remain in good behavior for a certain period of time. In Minnesota,...
How long will my case take to settle?
“How long will my case take to settle?”Answering a Common Personal Injury Question One of the most common questions a personal injury attorney gets is, “How long will my personal injury case take to settle?” I understand why it’s a pressing question for many clients –...
Kevin Sieben Helps Bring Resolution to Families Involved in Vehicular Homicide Case
Partner Kevin Sieben recently helped secure a fair outcome in the case of a former county commissioner who struck another vehicle while experiencing a medical episode. The driver of the other vehicle died as a result of that accident. Kevin Sieben’s client, a...
The driver who hit me does not have insurance. Am I out of luck?
Underinsured & Uninsured Motorist Insurance Coverage In Minnesota, failure to provide proof of insurance upon demand of a peace officer is a misdemeanor. Unfortunately, criminal penalties do not prevent people from driving without insurance. If you are found...
Social Host Liability for Underage Drinking
By Dea Cortney We are right around the corner from the time of year when summer parties and gatherings will be in full swing. You would be hard pressed to find a party these days that does not serve alcohol. Of course there is nothing wrong with having a beer or two....
Policing for Profit – Is Change Coming to Forfeiture Laws?
By Kevin Sieben, Partner, Sieben Edmunds Miller In Minnesota and throughout the country law enforcement agencies seize and then keep property associated with the commission of crimes. These law enforcement agencies (police departments, FBI, DEA) seize many types of...
Samuel Edmunds Receives Attorney of the Year Award at Annual Minnesota Lawyer Dinner
2018 Attorney of the Year by Minnesota Lawyer A few months ago, Sieben Edmunds Partner Samuel Edmunds was officially named a 2018 Attorney of the Year by Minnesota Lawyer. He was honored at the annual Attorney of the Year dinner on February 13; the event also included...
Michael Miller Joins the Firm
Expanding the firm’s capabilities in personal injury law and becoming Sieben Edmunds Miller MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn. February 13, 2019 – – We are pleased to announce Michael M. Miller has joined the law firm of Sieben Edmunds. Miller’s addition to the firm significantly...
Sieben Edmunds PLLC Now Practicing in Wisconsin
Sieben Edmunds Miller PLLC is excited to announce that we are now handling legal cases in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Attorney Sam Edmunds has undergone the application and vetting process to join the Wisconsin State Bar and is now officially admitted to practice. Sam...
A Criminal Defense Law Firm’s Take on the Yanez Verdict
We saw this coming. In fact, we predicted it. This prediction was not based on our personal beliefs regarding Officer Yanez’ guilt or innocence, but rather it was based off our personal experience with the criminal justice system in Minnesota. As insiders of the...
What Would Happen if Tiger Woods’ DWI Arrest Occurred in Minnesota?
Early Monday morning, police officers in Jupiter Florida found a vehicle occupied by golf legend Tiger Woods parked on the side of the road with the engine running, the brake lights on, and a right turn signal blinking. The officers observed that two tires were flat...
What if Adrian Peterson was charged in Minnesota?
NFL running back Adrian Peterson was recently indicted on child abuse charges in the state of Texas. Much of the surrounding conversation has centered on the morality of corporal punishment and the amount of discretion parents should or should not have in disciplining...
Brooks Decision Announced
The Minnesota Supreme Court released its decision in State v. Brooks today at 10:00 a.m. We’re reading and absorbing the decision as I write, but at first blush it appears that the Court has upheld all consensual alcohol testing in DWI cases. Check out the decision...
Fifth Grader Is Convicted in Murder Plot
You wouldn't think it, but it is possible for our young children to be convicted of crimes as serious as conspiracy to commit murder. This story is out of the state of Washington. An 11-year-old boy apparently was "annoyed" with his classmate and plotted to commit...
Enhanced DWI Charging
Most first time DWI offenses in Minnesota are misdemeanors. The crime is called Fourth Degree DWI. The maximum penalty for a misdemeanor Fourth Degree DWI is 90 days in local jail and a $1,000 fine, just like all misdemeanors. However, many DWI crimes are charged out...
Oh No… I Have Been Drinking and I Got Pulled Over!
Kevin Sieben Law, LLC presents a PowerPoint video outlining procedures to follow when stopped for a DWI arrest. The best advice is don't drink and drive.
DWI Roadblocks in Minnesota
We were all taught at a young age of the dangers of drinking and driving and the consequences that come along with it. Police in some states have set up DWI checkpoints in the form of roadblocks in areas with high DWI offense rates to monitor drinking and driving. ...
3 Things To Ask Your Attorney Before Working With Them
If you’re faced with a legal challenge, now’s not the time to be hasty when it comes to your representation. Don’t just trust the ads; take the time to actually speak with a potential attorney. It may be one of the most important interviews you ever conduct. After...