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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Minnesota on
Q: how can I put a lien on my home for mortgage payment owed from co owner?

Co own a home and the other party has paid little to nothing towards the mortgage payment

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answered on Sep 22, 2023

If you sue for contribution, and get a judgment, you might try to collect some other way. A judgment lien against the home is a second lien against your own property although not against you personally. Executing a lien against the home might get the mortgagee upset and you would only be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Minnesota on
Q: I have a workers comp claim. I am at MMI with no permanent disability rating. Can I still get a settlement?

I have been cut off of TTD benefits due to the IME report of me being cleared to work. My doctor says a spinal injection is needed for my injuries and have taken me off work completely until this procedure is approved and completed. There is also a NOID, a .239 Conference scheduled to dispute the... View More

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answered on Sep 21, 2023

Yes, it will depend on a variety of factors. First, you should consider whether settlement is the best option. Even though you were not assigned a permanent partial disability rating doesn’t mean your injury is not permanent. In Minnesota Worker’s Compensation benefits can be available for you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: Can the cops search your place if no one is home with a warrant
Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Sep 21, 2023

If the police have a search warrant (signed by a judge) they can break in when no one is home, and search. Usually they conduct surveillance so that they can execute the search warrant when the targeted person(s) is home. But sometimes they decide to do it when no one is present.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: I was speeding going 93 in a 65. Cop wrote it down as a petty misdemeanor. I have a clean record. What are the charges?

I already admitted to the speeding on the scene. Is it worth going to court?

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Sep 18, 2023

The charges are whatever are listed on the citation that you were provided. In Hennepin County, it would certainly be worth setting a date with a hearing officer or even a court date. Hennepin is pretty generous with speed reductions or even a Continuance for Dismissal assuming that your driving... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for Minnesota on
Q: How do I recant a statement I'm Crow Wing County
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answered on Sep 14, 2023

Document your reasons for the change and work closely with your attorney to draft an explanatory statement. Submit this to the relevant authorities, knowing that legal repercussions, such as false reporting charges, are possible. Be prepared for challenges to your credibility in court and cooperate... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for Minnesota on
Q: How do I recant a statement I'm Crow Wing County
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Sep 15, 2023

You can certainly contact the prosecuting attorney's office to explain that you wish to recant your statement. There may be consequences for doing do, including the possibility of falsely reporting a crime and there is no guarantee that the charges will be dismissed. In fact, I think that it... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: How do I go about being falsely accused of theft in a city I've never been. I don't know how to go about it to clear it.

Theft charges in a place I've never been. There's a remote hearing scheduled but I don't know what to do. They say they have a video can I or how do I request the video. What are the best steps to take.

Sarah Gad
Sarah Gad
answered on Sep 11, 2023

You should definitely appear at your remote hearing so a bench warrant is not issued. Get a lawyer as soon as reasonably possible, or if eligible, apply for a public defender. Tell your lawyer that you want access to the video. Most lawyers will file a discovery request to obtain the video, and if... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: How do I go about being falsely accused of theft in a city I've never been. I don't know how to go about it to clear it.

Theft charges in a place I've never been. There's a remote hearing scheduled but I don't know what to do. They say they have a video can I or how do I request the video. What are the best steps to take.

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Sep 12, 2023

Failure to appear for a court hearing can result in an arrest warrant. So, most people will want o appear to avoid that, and the problems that an arrest warrant would cause. The best first step is to get help from a criminal defense attorney - either a private or a public defender. Then your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Minnesota on
Q: Did they have a right to search and charge me

One county sent a kops alert because the night before a person fleed on foot after the officer found a gun on him. The officer had the gun in his evidence now. Since the person fleed on foot, the officer sent out a kops alert. Sometime hours after the incident the person who ran took the van they... View More

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answered on Sep 11, 2023

Based on the situation you described, it seems there might be a valid concern regarding the legality of the search conducted on you and the rest of the vehicle.

In general, law enforcement officers need probable cause to search your person or your vehicle without a warrant. Probable cause...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Minnesota on
Q: Did they have a right to search and charge me

One county sent a kops alert because the night before a person fleed on foot after the officer found a gun on him. The officer had the gun in his evidence now. Since the person fleed on foot, the officer sent out a kops alert. Sometime hours after the incident the person who ran took the van they... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Sep 11, 2023

The search of you certainly could not be based upon a KOPS alert for your friend. They certainly could arrest him under the circumstances, but it is unclear why they searched you and what law enforcement found when they did. It is also unclear why they searched the vehicle. For example, they... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: I’m trying to start the process for divorce and I’m looking for prices on starting that

Will need to do custody aragements as well as the divorce it’s self

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Sep 10, 2023

If you are asking about attorney fees, it will vary. Generally, a relatively sizeable retainer is required. After a few calls, you will have an idea of the costs. Some attorneys are reasonable and some are not. Some attorneys are flexible and some are not. I am prevented from quoting figures.

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: I’m trying to start the process for divorce and I’m looking for prices on starting that

Will need to do custody aragements as well as the divorce it’s self

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Sep 10, 2023

Limited-scope representation is when you and a lawyer agree that the lawyer will handle some parts of your case and you will handle others. This is different from more traditional arrangements between lawyers and clients where a lawyer is hired to provide legal services on all aspects of a case,... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: can law enforement keep your under survellance based on false accusations of criminal activity
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Sep 8, 2023

Can they watch what you are doing in public? Yes, that is not something that requires a warrant. They could not search your property without a warrant. They cannot put a tracking device on your car without a warrant. They cannot listen to your phone calls without a warrant. But surveillance... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: can law enforement keep your under survellance based on false accusations of criminal activity
Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Sep 8, 2023

Yes, law enforement can.keep your under survellance based on false accusations of criminal activity. There are activities that would require more than accusations. Most people would love a greater police presence in their neighborhood due to catalytic converter theft, speeding and package theft.

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: can law enforement keep your under survellance based on false accusations of criminal activity
Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Sep 9, 2023

Law enforcement can watch (surveillance) in all the ways the public lawfully can. Plus, they can do things the public cannot, such as seek a search warrant. or an peace officer arrest. But for those, they could be required (by a defense attorney) to show justify those actions at some point, to a... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Probate for Minnesota on
Q: If my father passed away without a will am i entitled to an inheritance?
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answered on Sep 5, 2023

In Minnesota, if a person passes away without a will (intestate), the distribution of their assets is determined by the state's intestate succession laws. These laws dictate how the deceased person's estate is divided among their surviving relatives. Typically, spouses and children are... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: looking to hire a lawyer to help with my driver's license and dui charge. What is the typical cost/ retainer for this?

I am needing representation for a dui charge that has not been brought up yet, but I have lost my license. The officer's in this case did not follow the laws and have a history of harassment. I passed the field sobriety test, and afterwards another officer showed up saying he believed i was... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Sep 5, 2023

Your best best may be to reach out directly to criminal defense attorneys. Fees are going to vary some, especially for somewhere outstate like Becker County. Attorneys that have offices towards the Cities are likely going to have to charge for windshield time, especially if there are in person... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: Meaning of “no direct or indirect contact” in a restraining order in context of being in the same physical area or room?

In context of an Harrassment Restraining Order: The order says I "shall have no direct or indirect contact with petitioner, including any visits to or phone calls to petitioners home, contact via electronic means such as email or social networking sites.”

Can I be in the same... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Sep 5, 2023

Is there a limitation as to how many feet away? if not the Order is somewhat vague and may not be giving clear guidance to a police officer who may be called to enforce the Order. I recommend that you contact a local attorney who practices criminal and family law, perhaps have the Order modified... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for Minnesota on
Q: Meaning of “no direct or indirect contact” in a restraining order in context of being in the same physical area or room?

In context of an Harrassment Restraining Order: The order says I "shall have no direct or indirect contact with petitioner, including any visits to or phone calls to petitioners home, contact via electronic means such as email or social networking sites.”

Can I be in the same... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Sep 5, 2023

It is totally dependent upon the language in the OFP. I would avoid being in the same location as the protected party. Being at school events is setting yourself up for trouble. The problem is not being there, but putting yourself in a location where she can claim that you had some sort of... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: Were my rights violated?

I was supposed to get a jury trial to decide the outcome of my case, but the judge decided it all instead. Me and my boyfriend had the exact same charges, but he was given a much lighter outcome than me. I'm very confused and feel like I've been messed with a bit.

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Aug 30, 2023

The judge decided it instead? You must've waived your right to a jury trial. That would've occurred in court and on the record. None of us have seen the police reports. So there is no way to determine if the judge "got it right." But presumably, there must've been some... View More

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