Questions answered by M Ryan Madison

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If 75 yr old surviving spouse is awarded life estate on property due to pre-marriage son, what percentage would that award be?

M's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

Assuming there is no will, then with regard to the homestead, Minnesota Statute 524.2-402 provides that a surviving spouse, who does not have...

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Car Accid in outof state

M's answer | Answered on February 06, 2013

Although I agree with the other attorneys, I think it would be best to sit down with an experienced injury lawyer to determine what rights you have...

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Ex wife received car in divorce 9 months ago didnt transfer title to her name yet even though she had title had accident.

M's answer | Answered on February 01, 2013

There are many legal issues that arise from your question. The issue is, who is the owner of the vehicle. If you are still the legal owner, then...

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I was in my school parking lot, which was glare ice and hit another car.

M's answer | Answered on February 01, 2013

The short answer is that yes, you are likely responsible for the damages. However, it should be a pretty straight forward process. Turn the...

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Civil Law suit? I was punched in the eye and now at risk of losing my vision. Can I sue for more than just my hospital bills?

M's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

You can seek damages from the other party. However, the difficulty in these types of cases is collecting on a judgment. If they were arrested, then...

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DO we need to file for executor of an estate if the estate is valued less than 5000.00

M's answer | Answered on May 04, 2012

Contact a probate attorney. Under the limited facts it would appear that you could collect by affidavit which can be done if the estate assets...

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Do you have time to pay a judgement before they come after you?

M's answer | Answered on May 04, 2012

You should contact your attorney! Unfortunately, you cannot win 'em all and when you lose, right or wrong, you are responsible for the taxable...

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Affidavit of entitlement

M's answer | Answered on March 04, 2012

I agree with the other attorney who posted on your question. One thing, however, that I would note is that if your father and step-mother were...

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My fathers will, not noterized

M's answer | Answered on February 23, 2012

As a Minnesota attorney I can tell you that there is no "notorization" requirement for a will. However, it must have been signed by your dad and...

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Can I "walk away" from a house my ex-husband quit claim deeded to me?

M's answer | Answered on February 10, 2012

Ughh! You have posted some very thoughtful questions! I would HIGHLY recommend you talk to a real estate attorney in your area. Even if they charge...

M Ryan Madison's Answers (26)

If 75 yr old surviving spouse is awarded life estate on property due to pre-marriage son, what percentage would that award be?

Car Accid in outof state

Ex wife received car in divorce 9 months ago didnt transfer title to her name yet even though she had title had accident.

I was in my school parking lot, which was glare ice and hit another car.

Civil Law suit? I was punched in the eye and now at risk of losing my vision. Can I sue for more than just my hospital bills?

DO we need to file for executor of an estate if the estate is valued less than 5000.00

Do you have time to pay a judgement before they come after you?

Affidavit of entitlement

My fathers will, not noterized

Can I "walk away" from a house my ex-husband quit claim deeded to me?