I received a judgment granting the motion to dismiss my complaint by the defendants in a foreclosure case. The case was dismissed without prejudice in federal court, and the basis for the lawsuit was civil rights and the Freedom of Information Act. What is the best way to handle this matter, and can I refile the lawsuit?

February 21st, 2024

I purchased a secondhand Hydrafacial machine for my business. The company that makes the machines is sending me letters stating I am infringing on their trademark and demanding I pay $7,500 to use the term Hydrafacial. I thought I would be protected by Fair Use of trademarks to conduct business. What should I do, as they are threatening legal action if I don't comply?

November 4th, 2024

Can I use a business name of a business that is no longer in business for my new nationwide product-selling business, especially if someone else used the name in Oklahoma but appears to no longer be in business?

February 6th, 2023

Is it possible in a Minnesota unemployment fraud overpayment case to negotiate to reduce the interest charges? My principal amount, including penalties, started at about $3,000 but has now increased to over $14,000. I would be willing to pay an amount close to the original $3,000 immediately to clear this, but I cannot see myself ever managing to pay off the $14,000 as I am nearly 54 years old and have no retirement or savings at all.

August 14th, 2024

My wife and I are in possession of medical marijuana cards and prefer to manufacture our own edibles. We live in Weld County, Colorado, and currently have a combined plant count of 48. We are unsure about the legality of increasing our plant count and whether becoming a caregiver for my wife could help. What are the legal implications of increasing our plant count, and should we renew our medical marijuana cards?

March 25th, 2023