Letter of the Law

COVID-19 has changed a lot of things, but it hasn’t changed state or federal civil rights laws.

Having a policy helps avoid Fourth Amend­ment violations, guide employee use, and create public trust.

Cities and police departments can take steps to prevent social media controversies from occurring and address them if they arise.

Help keep your city out of legal trouble by making sure your city’s supervisors understand these employment laws.

Services offered by municipal liquor stores must comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act.

Make sure you consider the copyright implications of any images you use on your city website.

Use this Medicare primer to provide guidance to employees nearing retirement.

If you have any tribes/reservations within your city limits, it’s important to understand tribal sovereignty.

Meeting management skills can help your council avoid disruption and conflict in the decision-making process.

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development answers a few questions about unemployment insurance.