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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Personal Injury and Real Estate Law for Minnesota on
Q: Oh what a mess. I am self represented suing my landlord for AGGREGIOUS VIOLATIONS for 7 years. Do not tell me to get an

attorney I cannot afford one. I am EXTREMELY ill to the extent I have just been recently medically opinioned for months as disabled. I have just wrung myself out trying to get justice but it is literally to the point my life is at stake, that is how sick i am. I study night and day to keep up with... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Minnesota on
Q: Are there any lawyers that have experience and are capable of fighting government entities?

They have violated my rights and broken several statutes. I know someone who practices criminal law, and they said I need to contact a lawyer because I most likely have a valid case, since the law is being broken by the local authorities.

Please help, I have talked to a couple lawyer... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Aug 23, 2023

Yes, there are lawyers that have experience and are capable of fighting government entities. It's unfortunate (and odd) the someone you know who practices criminal law can help you find someone.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: How can somebody be declared incompetent so their not able to be charge with anything , assault with bodily harm ?

But they are able to work in the community and have a phone, make appointments, dating apps but no accountability?

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Aug 16, 2023

Nobody can be "declared incompetent so their not able to be charge with anything , assault with bodily harm ."

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Minnesota on
Q: I have a pending settlement with the boyscouts of America. But I need money now. And my attorney doesn't allow

Pre-settlement loans. Is there anything I can do? Or do you know any company they doesn't require a attorney signature. Because I have the paperwork necessary to prove that I am apart of the settlement.

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answered on Jul 17, 2023

If your attorney does not permit pre-settlement loans and you need immediate funds for your pending settlement with the Boy Scouts of America, there are still options to explore. Begin by discussing your financial urgency with your attorney and exploring alternative solutions together.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: My child was held down & assaulted kicked kicked in the growing he has bruises on his arms is traumatized What can i do

He was at camp and these boys attacked him, wouldn't let him go, and kicked him over and over in his growing. He has bruises on his arms from them holding him and him trying to get away.

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answered on Jul 13, 2023

Report the incident to the camp authorities or management immediately, providing a detailed account of what happened and requesting appropriate action. Simultaneously, contact your local law enforcement agency to file a police report, providing them with all relevant information and evidence,... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: Is there a legal course of action that can be taken against a city or township that has not implemented a leash law?

I live in a populated shoreline area where people are in the habit of letting their dogs run off their property. There have been numerous issues for people walking their dogs down the road and being charged and/or attacked by neighbors dogs. I was bitten this morning by a neighbor's dog that... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Jun 21, 2023

The residents will need to continue to complain to city officials, including those elected. The governing body would enact the ordinance. You will need convince those in office to do so or campaign to have them replaced.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: Today I was caught exiting a store with a few goods I did not pay for. Loss prevention came out, I said I would go with

Today I was caught exiting a store with a few goods I did not pay for. Loss prevention came out, I said I would go with them just to please not touch me. The lp grabbed my right arm, twisted it, bent my wrist back, physically pushed me down causing cuts on my knee, held me down by putting his knee... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on May 30, 2023

You may have a case if you can prove the facts as you allege. Evidence takes many forms, including witness testimony and video. Your medical bills would also be important. The aggressor will undoubtedly have a different account of the event and most likely have evidence. Police contact and charges... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: Do I have a neglect/personal injury case?

My mom, with dementia, fell and required surgery for a broken back. They sent her to a tcu after surgery. She had 3 falls at the tcu. The first, they didn't notify me until the next day, while I was encouraging her to participate in her pt. They had tried to call my dad, who was deceased.... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 25, 2023

A Minnesota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your mom's injuries. The most definitive way to answer your question would be to reach out to attorneys to discuss. If a law firm considered handling such a case, they would review the medical... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: I recently tripped and fell over uneven pavement outside a local business, injuring my shoulder, head, arm and knees.

The business owner offered to pay my medical expenses, which total just over $3000. They did open a case with their insurance company. The hospital ER billed my medical insurance leaving a balance owed of $1400 and that's the amount their insurance company is paying me. Am I not entitled to... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 9, 2023

A Minnesota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If a claim is only for medical expenses, the claimant would generally be entitled to only the outstanding amount that was not covered. The premise of insurance law is to make the claimant whole for their loss. In... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: Where do parents go from here...I had a friendtalk 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... View More

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Apr 5, 2023

It's not a good idea to post details of a possible crime on a public website. But calling a lawyer with a telephone would be a better way to start. A Minnesota therapist will be a "mandated reporter" to police, of any child abuse disclosed to them. Therefore seeking help could lead... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Personal Injury and Small Claims for Minnesota on
Q: My ps4 has been stolen, what would be the charge for this if I did decide to press charges/report it.

I know who did and I have their information they just won’t give it back. Would this situation be taken seriously by the cops or am I just wasting my time reporting it? All I really want is my stuff back I’m not even interested in pressing charges

Sarah Gad
Sarah Gad
answered on Jan 9, 2023

As frustrating is it is to have your property taken without your consent, filing a police report and subjecting the person to criminal prosecution is a somewhat of a drastic measure. You might want to ask yourself if it is worth it to do so, or if there are other measures you can take to have your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Health Care Law for Minnesota on
Q: how can i be so violated in my rights and yet not have legal assistance in civil claims? is it easier to not help?

i have valid claim for county liability.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 4, 2022

A Minnesota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It isn't clear what the matter is about, but keep in mind that if your claim involves a county or public agency, it's possible there could be notice of claim elements. Only a Minnesota attorney could advise... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Public Benefits for Minnesota on
Q: Is there a lawyer willing to help me sue a hotel after I was violently robbed and beaten

I had no phone in my hotel room to call 911 and the doors were broken and hotel was really understaffed

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Sep 21, 2022

You probably have a decent case. Your case would be stronger if you did not know the attackers. When did this happen? There is a statute of limitations that applies to these types of cases.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: Can I sue the hotel after a violent robbery

No phone in my room to call 911 and hotel was understaffed

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Sep 19, 2022

Yes.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: I was being wrongfully accused of trying to kidnap a baby. I spit at a girl and she punched me. Only I’m being charged?

I was knocked down into a wooden barrel and the ambulance had to come. This was at a wedding. The mother of the groom came over and threw her glass of wine on me as I lay there defenseless. I understand that I instigated it by spitting at the girl but she was screaming and telling people that I was... View More

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Sep 6, 2022

Although you could potentially ask that they file charges against her, what you're really doing is making a report to an officer regarding potential criminal behavior and the prosecutor is left with discretion to charge a crime or not. The issue, of course, is that prosecutors oftentimes will... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: What type of lawyer do I need for catching a stalker?
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on May 5, 2022

This is something law enforcement would help with. Call the relevant authorities.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury and Juvenile Law for Minnesota on
Q: I’m 17 and my sister 19 and we just got into a fight. I’m in my first trimester and she doesn’t know that. Who’s wrong

We were in the street I got dragged out. She hit me first and defended myself. I’m very petite and I’m sister is strong and bigger and has the upperhand. She got a bump on her head i got scratch marks on my side and knee. My hair was pulled and I had stuff in the car I couldn’t get to, the... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Feb 16, 2022

You certainly have a legal right to defend yourself and your unborn child. It seems like you might have some exposure of being charged with a 5th Degree Assault. That is a misdemeanor unless you have prior assault convictions. You need an attorney. You should either hire a private attorney or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation and Construction Law for Minnesota on
Q: If I fell on the job site and was injured due to uneven grade is the builder liable as well as my employer?

I was helping a co worker carry something on the construction site and due to the uneven grade it caused me to slip and fall and tear the meniscus in my knee and fracture my hand. There was limited areas to walk and access the building because the landscaping crew had large holes in the ground with... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 5, 2022

A Minnesota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry about your injuries. It sounds like you took proper steps in initiating a workers' comp claim. In terms of the other hazards, you could discuss them with your workers' comp attorney if you... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law, Personal Injury, Traffic Tickets and Workers' Compensation for Minnesota on
Q: MN Statute 169.18(8)(a) - I need an affordable lawyer who can help me on this traffic citation please.

On July 18th I was cited for following a car too close as he was turning right in front of me on a 35E exit to pilot knob road which is a two-lane road. MN Statute 169.18(8)(a) I did end up closer to the vehicle than I, myself, would have preferred since the front car slowed to turn much more than... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 20, 2021

The effect that this might have on your insurance rates depends on your prior driving record and your insurance company. There is no mechanism for tickets automatically coming off of your driving record absent some type of agreement with the prosecutor. I don’t necessarily expect it to affect a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment for Minnesota on
Q: Hello! Should I press verbal assault charges against a security guard who verbally threatened me, “banning me” tryin

Thank you!! I have had no interaction that provoked it besides me shaking my head. He is attempting to ban me from a hospital when I did not initiate any encounter with him, and he stormed up to me demanding the I know who he is and I better not mess around with a man like him, I have no idea what... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Apr 27, 2021

You can't "press charges." You can report the matter to law enforcement. They will make the decision if charges are appropriate.

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