When I’m consulting with potential clients on possible lawsuits, I often hear them say that “this case is a slam dunk.” When I hear this, I feel that it is my job, as someone with experience in handling legal disputes, …
Take the Truck, Leave the House: How External Factors Influence Legal Decisions Read more »
This weekend I finally got around to watching the film “Flash of Genius.” The movie tells the story of Dr. Robert Kearns, the inventor of the intermittent windshield wiper, and his battle against Ford Motor Co. over Ford’s alleged …
The Difference Between Inventors and Entrepreneurs Read more »
Today’s StarTribune carried an article about a common problem with the current real estate market: who takes care of a foreclosed property after the foreclosure sale? Minnesota is one of only ten (10) states which provides for post-sale redemption rights. Other states allow …
Nothing is funnier to me than a good lawyer joke; the problem is that not than many of them are funny. This one, however, which came from a client (which should probably concern me, but oh well), is one of …
My collaborative article with my good friend, Rich Muller, is now up on the Mansfield Tanick & Cohen website. Click here to read it.
Sometimes, I hate being right.In a previous post, I argued against the current trend of mortgage loan audits/mortgage rescission lawsuits and government-backed loan modifications, stating that these actions would only prolong the current housing crisis.It sounds like I was right, …
Enough is Enough, Part 2 (aka See I Told You So) Read more »
Current economic conditions continue to create obstacles for the purchase and sale of real estate. Although the first-time home buyer tax credit has spurred an increase in activity in residential real estate sales, the credit (which expires on December 1, …
This week I purchased the new Ace Frehley CD, “Anomaly”. Ace is, of course, the original lead guitarist for rock legends KISS, a longtime favorite of mine. KISS is currently celebrating its 35th anniversary, but only one-half of the original …
Preparing for a Business Divorce with a Buy-Sell Agreement Read more »
This past week I read Fran Tarkenton’s new book, Every Day is Game Day. I was struck by the fact that Fran started his book by discussing what he called his “worst day ever.” That day for Fran was December …
My favorite NFL player of all-time is former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton. I never saw Fran play live, but as a kid watching video highlights of “old #10” scrambling out of the reach of defenders and making something out …