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0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Minnesota on
Q: The MN real estate contract calls for a Lender's "Written Statement", can this be called a"commitment Letter" by lender?

In an attempt to create a compliant "written statement" as a mortgage broker, I'm wondering if the language used in our "written statement" can be altered to call it a "commitment letter". Such as, "...this is your loan commitment...", vs "this is... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury and Sexual Harassment for Minnesota on
Q: Where do parents go from here...I had a friend talk to me Siblings. Do they report the incident posted below?

Male Siblings—ages 15 and 12. The older kid asked the younger kid to take off their own underwear/touch each other’s genitals. When the younger sons underwear were down, the older son rubbed his penis on the younger son. There was no Penetration. The younger kid was uncomfortable, said no, and... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Sexual Harassment for Minnesota on
Q: Received call from my 16 yo daughter school stating that there has been a sexual relationship going on between her and

A 20yo school employee, he has sent her sexually explicit photos over social media, and they have continued somewhat of a bf/gf relationship over the last two months, he made it very clear to her to not tell anyone. There’s are a lot of other details, like the school had suspicions prior to... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Minnesota on
Q: We want to cancel a purchase of a Home Path home the mortgage company wants more money, can we get earnest $ back?

The home is owned by Fannie Mae, the seller agent has been less than informative about the property and the mortgage company has increased the downpayment amount several times and we don’t have the money so we want to cancel the contract and get our $10,000.00 deposit back. Does he have to... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Education Law for Minnesota on
Q: Is a school responsible for a trip to Italy run in their schools even if wasn't board approved but set up by employee

Trip was advertised in schools, used school technology by an employee of schools, during school hours

0 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Minnesota on
Q: Minnesota -- am I required to provide a duplicate title to the person who bought it from the person I sold to?

I sold a 1997 Chevy Van in 06/22 to a private seller. Private seller damaged title along the way and did not apply for bonded title. That seller sold to another party in 03/23 and now the newest owner is coming after me to attempt to get a duplicate title so they can register. I contacted DPS (DMV)... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Minnesota on
Q: Is it a legal name change if a man changes his first name on marriage document in MN?

Would getting a court order be required?

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Litigation and Small Claims for Minnesota on
Q: If a dealership falsely registered a car in your name can you sue?

Negligence on the behalf of the employee they processed paperwork without consent after being told I did not want to proceed with the vehicle, there was a ticket issued as well in another state for the car due to being registered under my name

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Mar 14, 2023

If a dealership falsely registered a car in your name you can sue. I do not know if you will be successful or if it's even worth it. Why would a dealership falsely register a car in your? What have you suffered in damages ($) ?

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Entertainment / Sports, Intellectual Property and Trademark for Minnesota on
Q: Is there a way I can stop a former employer from using pictures and videos that I am in?

I worked at a haunted house and these are pictures and videos of my characters used on their website and social media.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 15, 2023

If you are no longer employed by the haunted house and you did not sign any agreement that allows them to use your image or likeness, you may be able to take action to stop them from using your pictures and videos. Here are some steps you can take:

Send a cease and desist letter: You can...
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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Minnesota on
Q: Hello! I responded to a lawyer representing a junk debt buyer, the debt is not mine

Th plaintiffs lawyer responded to my answer with 3 options

Contact our firm to within 14 days to work out a discovery plan

Don’t accept discovery, accept the proposed plan and they will attach to court case if filed.

Accept a settlement offer

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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: If a couple has a house for 13 years who own s The house?

Not legally filed marriage .proof of payment in bank records for every month to spouse.spouse on paperwork for house. Found house looked at house with real estate agent, at signing at. title co .a gentlemans agreement no paerwork contract.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: On December 12 I was pulled over in Burnsville MN. The complaint is full of holes, and miss guided not truths.mm

I had for gotten bringing wheels at home so I stopped at a local business to get more. While I was in side an officer pulled into the lot. My wife says he about hit our car and then backed into a spot at the end of the building in a one row parking lot so like 5 spaces away from us. I came out got... Read more »

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Mar 13, 2023

This question is confusing to say the least. You should reach out directly to criminal defense attorneys to discuss the matter and what legal or factual issues you might have in this case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Minnesota on
Q: What are the odds of DANCO be dismissed, interfere with 911 call if this is his first offense? If the victim contacts

The prosecution office to put in her request to have it dismissed as they have small children and she wishes to work on the marriage?

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Mar 13, 2023

Asking someone to give you "odds" on the likelihood that a DANCO will be dismissed/cancelled in these circumstances is unrealistic. That depends on a number of factors such as where the offense occurred; whether there is any prior criminal history; what the exact allegations in this case... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: How do I do a motion to the appeals court for transcript costs? IFP was granted but not transcript costs.

I'm appealing lower court custody and denial of legal fee orders. Was granted IFP for the appeal with transcript dates listed. When I got the costs from the district court reporters and submitted the supplemental IFP the court only granted a couple of little ones (pre-trial calls). So I... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: My husband changed his first name on marriage certficate in MN. Is this considered a legal name change?

If he needs a court order, how does he go about that?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Business Law and Employment Discrimination for Minnesota on
Q: Can I sue my manager for making a racist remark and being biased?

I was helping a elderly couple who came to MN since 6/2022 from Laos do their first time State ID. It took me about half an hour to get it done. The next day I was called into the office by my manager to ask why I took half an hour to do a simple transaction that can take 15min. I explain to my... Read more »

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Mar 13, 2023

This is not a criminal law issue. I'm not sure that suing your manager would be particularly beneficial unless your manager has deep pockets. I suggest that you report the manager to his higher ups and allow them to address the issue internally.

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Minnesota on
Q: Can my employer not pay me for work related disciplinary?

I went to work and was about to clock in (schedule to work at 5pm), but noticed my time card was not in the slots with the rest of the time card. Asked a supervisor and was told he doesn’t have it. Supervisor went to ask the manager and manager stated he has the time card. Manager told supervisor... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Products Liability, Traffic Tickets and Consumer Law for Minnesota on
Q: dealership processed a transaction for a vehicle in my name without consent I found out because of a ticket on the car
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Mar 10, 2023

There isn't really a question here. Plus it is not a products liability issue. I'd suggest reaching out to some consumer protection folks directly to deal with this issue.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Minnesota on
Q: how can i use my constitutional right to aide me in getting the label of a canceled I.P.S. of of my record.
James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 11, 2023

Your constitutional rights may not directly apply to the process of removing the label of a canceled I.P.S. from your record, but there may be legal avenues you can pursue to achieve this goal.

If you believe that the label of a canceled I.P.S. on your record is unjust or incorrect, you may...
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