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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for North Dakota on
Q: Can a landlord start a new lease without it being signed or agreed to?

I live in North Dakota. Upon the end of our lease, the lease states that it will automatically go month to month - we were month to month for a couple of months before our landlord sent a request for us to sign a new 6 month lease along with a rent increase via our rent portal. We did not sign that... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 4, 2023

No. If you did not agree to the new six month lease, it is not yet effective.

Be aware, however, that they can demand that you surrender the premises and can commence eviction proceedings.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Domestic Violence and Landlord - Tenant for North Dakota on
Q: I am trying to find case law on a specific statute. NDCC 47-16-17.1. but am struggling with research on this.
Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Nov 1, 2019

Sorry, but this is not a question. Get more specific and try again!

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Civil Rights and Small Claims for North Dakota on
Q: can a college make you retake a class over after you already taken it, paid for it and passed it? same college mind you
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 12, 2019

You could check the school's course policy. Schools can impose their own specific conditions, such as attaining a certain grade in a course, etc. If you have an academic advisor, maybe they could help explain your rights. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for North Dakota on
Q: Can a probation office give out personal information to someone?
Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Aug 12, 2019

Yes. As you know, you are required to check in periodically with your probation officer--who is required to go looking for you if you fail to show up as required. So your probation officer certainly can "give out personal information to someone" when looking for you.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Contracts for North Dakota on
Q: Can a prime contractor legally withhold money from 1 completed contract to compensate for a separate job contract?

A contractor holding overdue retainage from a completed bonded project contract in an attempt to use the money toward what they call promissory estoppel on another project quote, the other project did not have a signed PO due to engineering firm not approving the proposed product, I believe the... View More

Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Jan 16, 2019

This sounds like a law school contracts question. Unfortunately, no attorney can confidently answer this one without actually seeing the contracts.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Contracts and Real Estate Law for North Dakota on
Q: We are buying house in gackle ND. We owe money on it. We bought it on a Hand shake the town we live in is pressuring

The owner of the property to kick us out by telling him they will attach Leins on the house, that we owe, if they don't remove us from the house. They've, city counsel members and others, told him many untrue statements about us, the states attorney called him and asked him what can he... View More

Nicholas Nelson
Nicholas Nelson
answered on Apr 30, 2018

There are too many unknown details to provide any accurate legal information.

Contact an attorney for a consultation on the matter - many perform the initial consultation for free.

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Criminal Law and Employment Law for North Dakota on
Q: Is a k9 sniff sufficient probable cause to search a stopped vehicle
Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
answered on Mar 26, 2018

Do not post any additional information about your case online. You do not want to reveal enough information for the police to identify you. Instead, contact a criminal defense lawyer for help. Many attorneys like myself offer free consultations. The answer to your question depends on the particular... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Consumer Law for North Dakota on
Q: If I called in a tow, would it be illegal to have a deal where the tow company pays me a fee?

I live in an apartment where it is permissible to tow someone's car if they park in your spot, would it be illegal to take have an agreement that the company that tows the car give my a flat fee for the tow? At least 2-3 cars a day park in my spot, I believe if I received $20 a car, I could... View More

Nicholas Nelson
Nicholas Nelson
answered on Feb 26, 2018

Generally, "referral fees" are regulated in professional careers like law. When establishing a referral fee agreement, you are essentially acting as an agent/employee of the principal company (tow company in your situation). Any referral agreement should be in writing to protect your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Contracts for North Dakota on
Q: Is a stipulation signed by all parties concerned a contract
Nicholas Nelson
Nicholas Nelson
answered on Dec 18, 2017

Most likely yes. If a contract is a bargained for exchange among multiple parties, then it will likely be an enforceable contract. This is general legal advice. Adequate legal advice can only be given after meeting with the client and discussing all the facts of his or her situation. Good luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Agricultural Law and Business Law for North Dakota on
Q: I was notified via email that I am being sued. I haven't been served yet. Does the email count as being served?

This is a commercial contract litigation for food product deliver and wrongfully rejected after 2 months of delivery. Should I wait till I get served? The case is filed in North Dakota and I am in Canada. Please advise best course of action.

Nicholas Nelson
Nicholas Nelson
answered on Dec 18, 2017

There are certain ways that service must be made in North Dakota, outlined in North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 5. Good luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability and Contracts for North Dakota on
Q: I sold a vehicle "as is"

I sold a vehicle "as is" and the title wasn't switched over. Now the buyer doesn't want it and wants to return it. Where do I stand as it being sold "as is".

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 11, 2016

Assuming that he's not complaining of something you knew about but didn't tell him about --e.g. you knew it needed a new tranny but didn't tell him--then you should be OK. "As Is " protects seller from buyers remorse. It isn't a free pass to sit on

information you knew abouit.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for North Dakota on
Q: How can a musician retaliate against a breach of contract?

I was hired on a verbal contract with three other musicians to perform an 8-week trial run at a location. I was let go after two weeks because of personality conflicts, so I understand.

I held up my end of the agreement by showing up and performing, with a smile on my face. I believe they... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 5, 2015

Before you do that, have a full discussion with a local attorney about this.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for North Dakota on
Q: How do I tailor a limited power of attorney to a specific task only.?Obtain duplicate title and transfer ownership.

I wrote one, but the dmv won't accept it unless it's a nd legal form. The principal won't sign that one because it's too general.

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jun 14, 2014

If you can't find a limited power of attorney that's acceptable to DMV and the principal, you should hire an attorney to draft one for you.

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