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She was 14 then. I had her since birth and she did very well with me, straight As in school, no trouble in school once, good friends and a good kid. Since she's declined in grades, gets in trouble at school, her dad has abused several women including myself, he treats her like he's a... View More 
answered on Oct 14, 2024
It may be possible to get custody back though she will be 17 in a week. Of course, a judge will consider facts you haven't mentioned here. Will you have an attorney this time?
They charged her and then we decided to get married so they can't make me testify against her will this work or no
answered on Oct 13, 2024
The short answer is that yes, a couple can marry for the purpose of gaining access to the marital privilege in court actions, even if the charges are pending when the marriage happens. But, Marital privilege for evidentiary purposes is actually two separate privileges:
The first is the... View More
We have recently had to seek new counsel due to our lawyer leaving their law firm and our case. We set up a consultation with an attorney, to find out that person went and contacted the opposing counsel and informed that person we were seeking counsel and the person also found out information as... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2024
On their face, I don't believe either are the disclosure of protected information or unethical. Attorneys need to see if there are any conflicts. The arbitration dates are known to dozens of people.
I want to give this lot to my son-in-law so he can construct a storage building. He does not wish to build on my land, as family dynamics could change.
answered on Oct 21, 2024
There are certainly formalities with an real property transaction. Once you sell the property to your son-in-law or anyone else you obligation is over. There may be complications if daughter divorces him someday, but that would be between them from a legal standpoint. You may to consult with an... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2024
The most important thing one can do if facing a criminal charge, is to get help from a defense attorney. The Minnesota Court's Rules of Evidence contain a "Rule Against Hearsay." Hearsay is an "out of court statement, offered for the truth of the matter asserted." The... View More
When I was meeting the landlord for the showing they had a tennesen agreement that they said was a requirement to move in as well as the restriction of overnight visits. I can only have 6 per month, and an overnight according to them is having anybody other than myself in my apartment from 1 a.m.... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2024
Yes, it legal for a landlord to limit the amount of overnight guests you have in a month. Not only does the landlord incur additional costs and expenses when additional people are living there, but at some point he becomes a tenant. His own residence would only be one factor in determining his... View More
appeal. Only had 10 days to get proofs. I think they need more info on my condition which has not changed. If anything, getting worse.
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answered on Oct 10, 2024
I'm sorry to hear that your SSDI appeal was denied, and I understand how important it is for you to receive this assistance. Dealing with financial stress and worsening health conditions can be incredibly challenging.
To find an attorney in Minnesota who can help with your appeal,... View More
I have a feeling that my current PD is the reason I got picked up on a really old warrant back from 2021. I say this because before I told him about it I never got arrested for it I’ve had multiple interactions with police and was even released from jail with this warrant. I only found out about... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2024
Yes, public defenders are really on your side. You public defender most certainly DID NOT notify law enforcement that you had a warrant. Who knows why the warrant showed up this time, but I am confident that your public defender didn't have anything to do with it. They aren't going to... View More
My brother has 10 chickens on an acreage outside of city limits in rural Minnesota. Although he has had them since 2019, a "township inspector" recently visited his property and told him that the township only allows 5 chickens unless he has a permit. He had no problem with applying for... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
A township generally cannot require you to pay money just to be heard at a public meeting, as public meetings are supposed to be open and accessible to residents. Local governments, like township boards, are typically required to follow state laws about transparency and public participation. If... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
When someone redeems their property after a sheriff's sale, the successful bidder may claim certain costs for reimbursement. These typically include the purchase price paid at the sale, any interest that accrues from the time of the sale until redemption, and allowable expenses related to... View More
Went in originally for feeling ill suddenly was checked into hospital for 3 days then given meds that was allergic to when discharged with "cat scratch fever" & new additional diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, meds to take at home both were no good 1 had things I was allergic to in it... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
A Minnesota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. However, it could be difficult for any attorney to quickly and definitively answer your question, based on the facts in the brief post. If a law firm feels that there could be a solid basis for a claim, they... View More
In 2021 I received two speeding tickets and a car accident at fault in October 2022 I received one speeding ticket and in 2024 I received two Speeding tickets. Will Minnesota suspend my license.
answered on Oct 5, 2024
See Minnesota's "Habitual Violator" Rule, available online: Minnesota Rules 7409.2200. Too many traffic violations within various listed time periods will trigger driver's license suspensions of various lengths.
I have a medical bill. How do I get it paid. My employer and hr will not return my calls or emails
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answered on Oct 10, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing with your former employer not paying your medical premiums. It's frustrating when your calls and emails go unanswered, especially when you have pay stubs proving you've made the payments.
One option is to contact the... View More
My father originally had his 3 sons solely as the income beneficiaries of a trust if he passed away. After I came out as non-Catholic, he amended the income beneficiaries to my mom and my oldest brother, excluding me and my middle brother (not sure why). I believe that he excluded me because of... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2024
Anti-discrimation laws are not applicable to individuals naming trust beneficiaries. They can discriminate as they wish.
answered on Oct 18, 2024
It is common for a firm representing a landlord (or other parties in civil litigation) to include multiple attorneys on their court filings. This is even more common in housing court, where often a firm retained by a landlord has not determined which of the attorneys will appear at each hearing.... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2024
If you were representing yourself, you don't get sworn as if you were as witness.
answered on Oct 1, 2024
Did not know they were committing a what? Law enforcement needs reasonable articulable suspicion to pull someone over. They would then need probable cause to place that individual under arrest and probable cause to get a warrant to seize their blood or urine. Get an attorney on board to review... View More
I worked front desk at a hotel for about two years it was a family owned hotel besides the family working there, I was the main employee I did everything there. The father gave the hotel to his 21 year old son but still would come around often. One day when it was just him and I he asked me if I... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2024
You may have a viable case, but an attorney will need much more information to determine if you have do have a viable case. Contact attorneys who address sexual assault and employment attorneys.
I received. GRH funding through housing at a group home through a caddy waiver, and they took all the money and pay that and then I was under the impression that I was only to have to pay back the county assistance I received every month for the last two years, which was $125 a month.
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
I'm sorry you're dealing with this challenging situation. It can be frustrating when financial matters don't go as expected.
First, carefully review all the agreements and documents you signed regarding the interim assistance and the caddy waiver. Make sure you understand the... View More
I was recently arrested for a warrant that was issued in May of 2021. Since then Ive had multiple interactions with police and even have been released from jail with it. It was for felony theft of $1000-$5000 in MN. They tried to mail me a citation back in May of 2021 but the mail was returned and... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2024
In criminal cases, the prosecutor must file a charging document (Complaint, Indictment, etc.) before the applicable Statute of Limitations period expires. The date the defendant learned of the criminal charge is not relevant to a Statute of Limitations issue. There may sometimes be, however,... View More
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