Michael A. Knight v. Sean K. McGinity

OPINION

SCHELLHAS, Judge.

In this landlord-tenant dispute, appellant challenges the judgment, arguing that the district court erred by concluding that the parties’ written lease did not govern their rental arrangement. Appellant also challenges the court’s denial of his motion for sanctions under Minn. R. Civ. P. 37.03(b). We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand.

FACTS

On December 13, 2001, respondent Sean McGinity signed a written lease for an apartment in a rental property owned by Bill Frothinger. The lease was “month to month” with no expiration date; required a $525 security/damage…