Gary A. Newland's Answers

Do I qualify for short term disability after settling my workman's comp claim?

The first thing you should consider is if you agravated your injury. If it was agravated at work you have another work comp case. Everytime you Hirt your back at work you have a new case. If you did not hurt it at work again then short term disability is an option.

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My workmans comp attorney is handeling my case out of two different lawfirms. Is that legal ?

I suggest you have a sit down with your attorney and ask him to explain what is going on.

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Do i have to take weekly benefits for life or can i get a lump sum payment if im permanently disabled?

Great question. Sometimes you are better off with a lump sum and sometimes you are better of with weekly payments. Under the law you are only owed weekly benefits in a work comp case but when there is a settlement there is usually a lump sum payout and closure of open medical.

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How do I find an attorney that will take a case regarding predatory lending

It is important to contact an attorney experienced in mortgage fraud or foreclosure defense in a timely fashion.

Can I turn down a w/c settlement and still get weekly checks (Illinois)

You should go over your questions with your lawyer. Some folks can get weekly payments for their entire life. Your lawyer should be able to explain if you fall into that category.

Can i sue for a surgical tool of some kind being left inside my body after having c-section i have been in pain for 6 years

Whenever something is left inside someone after a survey by accident and needs to be removed it is generally medical malpractice. When it takes years to discover such negligence then there may be affirmative defenses such as the statute of limitations.

Forclosure Attorney Fees

You may consider a modification at this point if you have not. You should consult an attorney that does modifications. Anyone in default should at least consider a modification.

Is a spouse responsible for the other spouse's mortgage in foreclosure even though he bought the home b4 we were married?

You should consult with a lawyer.

I filed for bankruptcy late 2010, included mortgage, home going to foreclosure, is deficiency a problem?

You should contact the attorney that did yor bankruptcy altough the answer is generally you will not owe the bank any money. You should be aware however that you still have the right to defend the foreclosure. The option of foreclosure defense should be evaluated.

My son's landlord shut off their water without notice. Logan County IL

Your son should make a police report and find a local lawyer.