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If you’re considering filing a lawsuit in Minnesota, a critical question to ask is whether you can recover attorney’s fees as part of your case. The answer largely depends on the type of claim you bring, the agreements between parties, and specific Minnesota laws. Let’s explore when attorney’s fees might...
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Your homeowner’s association annual meeting has been held and election of the new Board of Directors is complete. You’ve been elected to the Board. Congratulations! So, how can you be an effective Board member? One of the most significant ways to be an effective Board member is also one of...
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While the adage “What you don’t know can’t hurt you,” is typically more of a hope than a fact, it can be particularly wrong for home buyers and investors. In recent years as the real estate market has gone up and down, there has been a cottage industry of investors...
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Recently, I have fielded questions about association operations, including several about what members of a Board of Directors are entitled to—and what they are not entitled to. It became apparent that, on a broader scope, there may be some myths and misconceptions to dispel about voting and use of proxies,...
“Physician, heal thyself,” is a maxim as old as the bible. Although we are not doctors, self-healing is also expected in the legal profession. After all, we are typically fantastic when it comes to solving our client’s problems, as well as serving as a combination psychologist and trusted advisor. The...
In my previous career as a real estate broker, I used to advise clients there are three legs to a multifamily property valuation stool: Physical – the physical structure and mechanicals. Financial – the income and expenses. People – as financial assets or liabilities. This article addresses the third stool,...
Liability waivers are common in many contracts between businesses and the general public. Whether the contract covers in-home daycare or bungee jumping, it likely includes language intended to function as a release or a liability waiver that the business owners hope will act as a shield in the event of...
The Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) in the UK has announced that it will no longer require banks to submit London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) quotes after 2021. This change requires careful review and action for lenders, borrowers and investors. LIBOR’s significance in the industry is demonstrated by its prevalence –...
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People who make a disability claim in the U.S. will have stronger protections when a new rule goes into effect April 1, 2018. Late last year, the Department of Labor released a final rule to strengthen the claims and appeals requirements for plans that provide disability benefits. A big reason...
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A Minnesota federal judge recently issued an order that has big potential implications for Minnesota homeowners who had part of their claim denied by a matching exclusion. Specifically, customers of American Family should be aware of this order, especially those covered by a Gold Star Policy. The Order was issued...
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Super Bowl LII hosted in Minnesota will impact just about every area of our economy, including real estate. In a prior article, I discussed issues surrounding short-term rental of homes to accommodate the influx of members of the media, spectators, team members and staff to the Twin Cities. As kickoff...