US Edition
Minnesota Star TribuneFriday, 8 May 2026
Click image to view full size
Parents can be liable in fatal crash
State law protects driver, 17, from blame in collision that killed his boss, justices rule.
The paper focuses on the legal mechanics and human impact of a state Supreme Court ruling regarding vicarious liability. It highlights the unusual outcome where parents face liability while the teenage driver is shielded by state employment law.
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that parents of a 17-year-old involved in a fatal crash while working could be held liable for the death of his boss, despite the teenager having co-employee immunity. This establishes a precedent regarding vicarious liability and workplace accidents involving minors.
“State law protects driver, 17, from blame”
“Focused on state and local governance”
Frey nominates O'Hara for 2nd term as police chief
Mayor puts him up for confirmation before a skeptical City Council.
Frames the mayoral nomination as a politically fraught process facing a 'skeptical' City Council.
LAWMAKERS VOTE TO LIMIT HOA POWERS
Bill's sponsors were inspired by homeowners' horror stories.
Presents legislative action as a bipartisan consumer protection measure responding to constituent complaints.
MMIR director fired after less than a year on the job
She was ousted one day after awareness event.
Reports on an abrupt local government dismissal, noting the unexpected timing immediately following a public awareness event.
More from Minnesota Star Tribune
Front page image reproduced for the purpose of critical review and commentary — about our editorial use.