US Courts

Civil Commitment of Lisa Danielle Labok Reversed by MN Court of Appeals

The Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed a district court's orders for civil commitment and involuntary medication of Lisa Danielle Labok. The reversal was based on the county's failure to provide proper personal service of notice for the hearing, violating statutory requirements.

State of Minnesota v. Joseph Patrick Martin, II - Domestic Assault Conviction Affirmed

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Joseph Patrick Martin, II, for felony domestic assault. The court found no prejudicial abuse of discretion in admitting evidence of prior similar conduct under Minnesota Statutes section 634.20.

Shantz v. City of Waconia - Negligence Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of summary judgment for the City of Waconia in a negligence case. The court found the city was entitled to vicarious official immunity regarding a slip-and-fall incident on a city sidewalk.

Court affirms dismissal of employment claims against Guardian ad Litem Board

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of Bridgette Williams' employment claims against the Minnesota State Guardian ad Litem Board. The court found that the district court properly dismissed the claims on the pleadings, upholding the board's decision to terminate Williams' employment.

North Sierra Construction, LLC Licensing Order Affirmed

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a licensing order with penalty against North Sierra Construction, LLC and Louis Dee Sierra. The order was issued by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry for remodeling a manufactured home without proper permits and licensing, and for providing false information during the investigation.

State v. Dhara Hayi Hassan - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed in part and reversed in part the conviction of Dhara Hayi Hassan. The court reversed the conviction for possession of a firearm without a serial number based on precedent but affirmed the conviction for second-degree unintentional murder.

Arneson v. St Cloud Auto Sales - Unemployment Benefits Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a decision finding Kirstin Arneson ineligible for unemployment benefits due to employment misconduct. The court found substantial evidence supported the unemployment-law judge's determination that Arneson's conduct constituted misconduct.

Donahue v. Donahue - Court Opinion

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed in part and reversed in part a district court judgment concerning a dispute between three brothers over a limited liability company and real property. The court affirmed the dismissal of unjust enrichment claims against the LLC but reversed the order for dissolution of the company.

Helleksen vs. City of Good Thunder - Employment Retaliation

The Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a district court's decision granting summary judgment to the City of Good Thunder. The case involves claims of retaliation under the Minnesota Whistleblower Act and reprisal under the Minnesota Human Rights Act following the termination of Ashney Helleksen, the city clerk.

Stiever v. Lake County - Negligence and Mandamus Claims

The Minnesota Court of Appeals reviewed a district court's dismissal of negligence and mandamus claims against Lake County. The court affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded the case concerning alleged violations of a conditional use permit.