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legally sufficient claim in Minnesota

117 Minnesota opinions name it 2 courts 1980–2025 11 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Minnesota courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (25)

CaseFollowedCited
Bodah v. Lakeville Motor Express, Inc.green
minn · 2003 · cited in 26 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2003–2024
2 sentences

2017We review a district court’s decision on- a Rule 12.03 motion de novo to determine whether “the complaint sets' forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Id. (quoting Bodah v. Lakeville Motor Express, Inc., 663 N.W.2d 550, 553 (Minn. 2003)).

2015This court applies a de novo standard of review to the question “whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Bodah v. Lakeville Motor Express, Inc., 663 N.W.2d 550, 553 (Minn. 2003).

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Elzie v. Commissioner of Public Safetygreen
minn · 1980 · cited in 21 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 1985–2016
2 sentences

2016Safety, 298 N.W.2d 29, 32 (Minn. 1980) (stating that the standard of review on a motion for dismissal is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief).

1997On appeal from a judgment of dismissal for failure to state a claim, we should consider “whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Elzie v. Commissioner of Public Safety, 298 N.W.2d 29, 32 (Minn.1980) (quoting Royal Realty Co. v. Levin, 244 Minn. 288, 290 , 69 N.W.2d 667 . 670 (1955)). “[T]he determination of a claim’s viability presents a question of law, which we review[] de novo.” Anderson v. Minnesota Ins.

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Barton v. Mooregreen
minn · 1997 · cited in 18 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2001–2010
2 sentences

2009P. 12.02(e) for failure to state a claim on which relief can be granted, the question before this court is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief." Hebert v. City of Fifty Lakes, 744 N.W.2d 226, 229 (Minn. 2008) (citing Barton v. Moore, 558 N.W.2d 746, 749 (Minn.1997)).

2009P. 12.02(e) for failure to state a claim on which relief can be granted, the question before this court is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Hebert v. City of Fifty Lakes, 744 N.W.2d 226, 229 (Minn.2008) (citing Barton v. Moore, 558 N.W.2d 746, 749 (Minn.1997)).

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Hebert v. City of Fifty Lakesgreen
minn · 2008 · cited in 18 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2008–2025
2 sentences

2025When reviewing the dismissal of a complaint for failure to state a claim on which relief can be granted pursuant, “the question before this court is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Hebert v. City of Fifty Lakes, 744 N.W.2d 226, 229 (Minn. 2008).

2024In deciding a 3 rule 12.02(e) motion, “the question . . . is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Id.

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Laura L. Walsh v. U.S. Bank, N.A.green
minn · 2014 · cited in 17 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2014–2024
2 sentences

2024Appellate courts “review de novo whether a complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief” and, in doing so, they “accept the facts alleged in the complaint as true and construe all reasonable inferences in favor of the nonmoving party.” Walsh v. U.S. Bank, N.A., 851 N.W.2d 598, 606 (Minn. 2014) (reviewing a district court’s grant of a rule 12.02(e) motion); see also Burt v. Rackner, Inc., 902 N.W.2d 448, 451 (Minn. 2017) (“We review a district court’s decision on a Rule 12.03 motion de novo to determine whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” (quot

2017P. 12.02(e) for failure to state a claim on which relief can be granted, “the question before [an appellate] court is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Hebert v. City of 5 Fifty Lakes, 744 N.W.2d 226, 229 (Minn. 2008). “[Appellate courts] review de novo whether a complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Walsh v. U.S. Bank, N.A., 851 N.W.2d 598, 606 (Minn. 2014).

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Royal Realty Co. v. Levingreen
minn · 1955 · cited in 9 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 1980–1997
2 sentences

1997On appeal from a judgment of dismissal for failure to state a claim, we should consider “whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Elzie v. Commissioner of Public Safety, 298 N.W.2d 29, 32 (Minn.1980) (quoting Royal Realty Co. v. Levin, 244 Minn. 288, 290 , 69 N.W.2d 667 . 670 (1955)). “[T]he determination of a claim’s viability presents a question of law, which we review[] de novo.” Anderson v. Minnesota Ins.

1997On appeal from a judgment of dismissal for failure to state a claim, we should consider “whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Elzie v. Commissioner of Public Safety, 298 N.W.2d 29, 32 (Minn.1980) (quoting Royal Realty Co. v. Levin, 244 Minn. 288, 290 , 69 N.W.2d 667 . 670 (1955)). “[T]he determination of a claim’s viability presents a question of law, which we review[] de novo.” Anderson v. Minnesota Ins.

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In re Disciplinary Action Against Rambowgreen
minn · 2014 · cited in 5 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2014–2024
2 sentences

2024When reviewing the dismissal of a complaint for failure to state a claim, we “review the legal sufficiency of the claim de novo to determine whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Graphic Commc’ns Local 1B Health & Welfare Fund “A” v. CVS Caremark Corp., 850 N.W.2d 682, 692 (Minn. 2014).

2016“When a case is dismissed . . . for failure to state a claim for which relief can be granted, [an appellate court] review[s] the legal sufficiency of the claim de novo to determine whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Graphic Commc’ns Local 1B Health & Welfare Fund A v. CVC Caremark Corp., 850 N.W.2d 682, 692 (Minn. 2014). 6 Appellant challenges the district court’s dismissal of counts I, III, IV, V, and VI of his second amended complaint, arguing that the district court erred by concluding that (1) these claims were barred by the statute of limitations and

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Geldert v. American National Bankgreen
minnctapp · 1993 · cited in 4 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 1995–2002
2 sentences

2002Nat’l Bank, 506 N.W.2d 22, 25 (Minn.App.1993), review denied (Minn. Nov. 16, 1993).

2001Geldert v. American Nat’l Bank, 506 N.W.2d 22, 25 (Minn.App.1993), review denied (Minn. Nov. 16, 1993).

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Burt v. Rackner, Inc.green
minn · 2017 · cited in 4 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2018–2025
2 sentences

2025“We review a district court’s decision on a Rule 12.03 motion de novo to determine whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Burt v. Rackner, Inc., 902 N.W.2d 448, 451 (Minn. 2017) (quotation omitted).

2024Appellate courts “review de novo whether a complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief” and, in doing so, they “accept the facts alleged in the complaint as true and construe all reasonable inferences in favor of the nonmoving party.” Walsh v. U.S. Bank, N.A., 851 N.W.2d 598, 606 (Minn. 2014) (reviewing a district court’s grant of a rule 12.02(e) motion); see also Burt v. Rackner, Inc., 902 N.W.2d 448, 451 (Minn. 2017) (“We review a district court’s decision on a Rule 12.03 motion de novo to determine whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” (quot

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Williams v. BOARD OF REGENTS OF UNIV.green
minnctapp · 2009 · cited in 3 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2010–2017
2 sentences

2017See Williams v. Bd. of Regents, 763 N.W.2d 646, 651 (Minn. App. 2009) (quotation omitted).

2016P. 12.03 motion for judgment on the pleadings, we review the judgment “de novo and determine only whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Williams v. Bd. of Regents of Univ. of Minnesota, 763 N.W.2d 646, 651 (Minn. App. 2009) (quotation omitted).

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Sipe v. STS Manufacturing, Inc.green
minn · 2013 · cited in 2 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2014–2016
2 sentences

2016On review of a district court’s grant of a motion to dismiss under rule 12.02(e), “we consider only the facts alleged in the complaint, accepting those facts as true.” Sipe v. STS Mfg., Inc., 834 N.W.2d 683, 686 (Minn. 2013) (quotation omitted).

2014Sipe, 834 N.W.2d at 686 . “[T]he question before this court is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Hebert v. City of Fifty Lakes, 744 N.W.2d 226, 229 (Minn. 2008).

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Nicholas W. Sterry v. Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC), and Correctional Officer ...green
minn · 2024 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Sterry v. Minn. Dep’t of Corr., 8 N.W.3d 224, 235 (Minn. 2024).

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State Ex Rel. Humphrey v. Philip Morris Inc.green
minn · 1996 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025A plaintiff can have standing in two ways: (1) “the plaintiff has suffered some ‘injury-in-fact,’” or (2) “the plaintiff is the beneficiary of some legislative enactment granting standing.” State by Humphrey v. Philip Morris Inc., 551 N.W.2d 490, 493 (Minn. 1996).

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Marquette National Bank of Minneapolis v. Norrisgreen
minn · 1978 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024When determining whether dismissal was appropriate, we “must consider only the facts alleged in the complaint, accepting those facts as true and must construe all reasonable inferences in favor of the nonmoving party.” Bodah v. Lakeville Motor Express, Inc., 663 N.W.2d 550, 553 (Minn. 2003) (citing Marquette Nat’l Bank v. Norris, 270 N.W.2d 290, 292 (Minn. 1978)).

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Kingery v. Kingerygreen
minn · 1932 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016“Equity follows the law,” Kingery v. Kingery, 185 Minn. 467, 470 , 241 N.W. 583, 584 (1932), and a district court’s decision to grant equitable relief is not unlimited, but must be supported by the facts and the law.

2016“Equity follows the law,” Kingery v. Kingery, 185 Minn. 467, 470 , 241 N.W. 583, 584 (1932), and a district court’s decision to grant equitable relief is not unlimited, but must be supported by the facts and the law.

11
Bahr v. CAPELLA UNIVERSITYgreen
minn · 2010 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
1 sentence

2016Although “[appellate courts] accept the facts alleged in the complaint as true and construe all reasonable inferences in favor of the nonmoving party,” id., “a legal conclusion in the complaint is not binding on [an appellate court],” Bahr v. Capella Univ., 788 N.W.2d 76, 80 (Minn. 2010).

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Northern States Power Co. v. Franklingreen
minn · 1963 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015“A claim is sufficient against a motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim if it is possible on any evidence which might be produced, consistent with the pleader’s theory, to grant the relief demanded.” Id. at 603 ; see also N. States Power Co. v. Franklin, 265 Minn. 391, 395 , 122 N.W.2d 26, 29 (1963) (stating that “a pleading will be dismissed only if it appears to a certainty that no facts, which could be introduced consistent with the pleading, exist which would support granting the relief demanded”).

2015“A claim is sufficient against a motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim if it is possible on any evidence which might be produced, consistent with the pleader’s theory, to grant the relief demanded.” Id. at 603 ; see also N. States Power Co. v. Franklin, 265 Minn. 391, 395 , 122 N.W.2d 26, 29 (1963) (stating that “a pleading will be dismissed only if it appears to a certainty that no facts, which could be introduced consistent with the pleading, exist which would support granting the relief demanded”).

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Park Nicollet Clinic v. Hamanngreen
minn · 2011 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
2 sentences

2014Park Nicollet Clinic v. Hamann, 808 N.W.2d 828, 881 (Minn.2011).

2014Park Nicollet Clinic v. Hamann, 808 N.W.2d 828, 831 (Minn. 2011).

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Gray v. Four Oak Court Ass'n, Inc.green
mnd · 2008 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
1 sentence

2014Fair Debt Collections Practices Act Violations The district court cited Gray v. Four Oak Court Ass’n, Inc., 580 F. Supp. 2d 883, 886 (D.

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Bahr v. Capella Universitygreen
minnctapp · 2009 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
2 sentences

2010Bahr v. Capella Univ., 765 N.W.2d 428, 436, 439 (Minn.App.2009).

2010Bahr v. Capella Univ., 765 N.W.2d 428, 436, 439 (Minn.App.2009).

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In Re Milk Purchaser Antitrust Litigationgreen
minnctapp · 1999 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See In re Milk Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litig., 588 N.W.2d 772, 775 (Minn.App.1999) (reversing a rule 12 dismissal where the complaint set forth a legally sufficient claim).

2009See In re Milk Indirect Purchaser Antitrust Litig., 588 N.W.2d 772, 775 (Minn.App.1999) (reversing a rule 12 dismissal where the complaint set forth a legally sufficient claim).

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Leonard v. Northwest Airlines, Inc.green
minnctapp · 2000 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
1 sentence

2003Barton v. Moore, 558 N.W.2d 746, 749 (Minn.1997); Leonard v. Northwest Airlines, Inc., 605 N.W.2d 425, 428 (Minn.App.2000), review denied (Minn. Apr. 18, 2000). “[T]he only question before [the reviewing court] is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Barton, 558 N.W.2d at 749 .

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Diedrich v. Stategreen
minnctapp · 1986 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 1996–1996
1 sentence

1996P. 12.02(e), [t]he only question for review is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief; it is immaterial whether or not [plaintiff] can prove any of the facts alleged. *677 Diedrich v. State, 393 N.W.2d 677, 680 (Minn.App.1986) (citing Elzie v. Comm’r of Pub.

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Hubred v. Control Data Corp.green
minn · 1989 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
2 sentences

1990We also employ the following standards of review regarding the trial court’s order denying appellants’ motions: “whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief,” Elzie v. Commissioner of Public Safety, 298 N.W.2d 29, 32 (Minn.1980) (motion to dismiss), and “whether there are any genuine issues of material fact and whether the trial court erred in its application of the law,” Hubred v. Control Data Corp., 442 N.W.2d 308, 310 (Minn.1989) (summary judgment).

1990We also employ the following standards of review regarding the trial court's order denying appellants' motions: "whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief," Elzie v. Commissioner of Public Safety, 298 N.W.2d 29, 32 (Minn.1980) (motion to dismiss), and "whether there are any genuine issues of material fact and whether the trial court erred in its application of the law," Hubred v. Control Data Corp., 442 N.W.2d 308, 310 (Minn.1989) (summary judgment).

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Stickney v. Gowardgreen
minn · 1925 · cited in 1 Minnesota opinions naming this issue, 1989–1989
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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (6)

CaseCitedYears
Zutz v. Nelson green
minn · 2010
2 sentences

2019The sole question on appeal is whether "the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief." Zutz v. Nelson , 788 N.W.2d 58 , 61 (Minn. 2010) (citation omitted) (internal quotation marks omitted).

2018ANALYSIS We review a district court's grant of a motion for judgment on the pleadings "to determine whether 'the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.' " Burt v. Rackner , Inc. , 902 N.W.2d 448 , 451 (Minn. 2017) (quoting Zutz v. Nelson , 788 N.W.2d 58 , 61 (Minn. 2010) ).

42014–2019
Office of Lawyer Regulation v. Mark Alan Ruppelt green
wis · 2014
1 sentence

2024P. 12.02(e) when the complaint does not “set[] forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Graphic Commc’ns, 850 N.W.2d 1 The district court dismissed the complaint for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted, see Minn. R.

12024–2024
Engstrom v. Whitebirch, Inc. green
minn · 2019
2 sentences

2023“The sole question on appeal is whether the complaint sets forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Id. (quotation omitted).

2023“This is a question of law that [appellate courts review] de novo.” Id.

12023–2023
Nexus v. Swift green
minnctapp · 2010
1 sentence

2013The district court determined that they met their burden by “clearly and convincingly demonstrating that [AWUM’s] actions were tor-tious.” “On appeal from denial of a motion for judgment on the pleadings, we review de novo whether the plaintiff set forth a legally sufficient claim for relief.” Nexus, 785 N.W.2d at 782-83 .

12013–2013
Scott v. Forest Lake Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge green
minnctapp · 1999
2 sentences

2003The district court, however, dismissed this case for failure to state a claim, based on our ruling in Scott v. Forest Lake Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge, 598 N.W.2d 713 (Minn.App.1999), rev’d on other grounds 611 N.W.2d 346 (Minn.2000), which imports common law reliance, the precise element that the legislature has intentionally eliminated, into Consumer Fraud Act cases.

2003The district court, however, dismissed this case for failure to state a claim, based on our ruling in Scott v. Forest Lake Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge, 598 N.W.2d 713 (Minn.App.1999), rev'd on other grounds 611 N.W.2d 346 (Minn.2000), which imports common law reliance, the precise element that the legislature has intentionally eliminated, into Consumer *456 Fraud Act cases.

12003–2003
Scott v. Forest Lake Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge green
minn · 2000
2 sentences

2003The district court, however, dismissed this case for failure to state a claim, based on our ruling in Scott v. Forest Lake Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge, 598 N.W.2d 713 (Minn.App.1999), rev’d on other grounds 611 N.W.2d 346 (Minn.2000), which imports common law reliance, the precise element that the legislature has intentionally eliminated, into Consumer Fraud Act cases.

2003The district court, however, dismissed this case for failure to state a claim, based on our ruling in Scott v. Forest Lake Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge, 598 N.W.2d 713 (Minn.App.1999), rev'd on other grounds 611 N.W.2d 346 (Minn.2000), which imports common law reliance, the precise element that the legislature has intentionally eliminated, into Consumer *456 Fraud Act cases.

12003–2003

Statutes the citing opinions construe

MN § Minn. Stat. § 480A.08 (23) MN § Minn. Stat. § 645.16 (15) MN § Minn. Stat. § 541.05 (12) MN § Minn. Stat. § 325F.69 (8) USC § 42u.s.c.1983 (8) MN § Minn. Stat. § 3.736 (7) MN § Minn. Stat. § 8.31 (7) MN § Minn. Stat. § 325F.67 (6) MN § Minn. Stat. § 541.051 (6) MN § Minn. Stat. § 645.08 (6) MN § Minn. Stat. § 541.07 (5) MN § Minn. Stat. § 466.03 (4)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

CA 431 (1995–2026) MN 117 (1980–2025) FL 113 (1979–2026) CT 84 (1968–2024) IL 31 (1976–2026) PA 22 (1991–2024) WA 17 (2015–2025) GA 15 (1916–2025) NV 13 (1993–2020) OR 10 (1996–2026) NC 9 (1992–2023) TX 8 (1991–2015) NY 8 (1934–2025) KS 7 (1995–2020) MA 7 (1978–2019) IN 5 (1978–2017) AZ 4 (1958–2023) CO 4 (2022–2026) UT 4 (1997–2020) DC 4 (1983–2021) WI 3 (1991–2003) MI 3 (1975–2023) MD 3 (2002–2006) OH 2 (2007–2025) NJ 2 (1950–2019) ME 2 (1977–2008) MO 2 (1992–1995)

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