James Richard Rowe II’s Answers

James has answered 82 questions

• HELP! Step parent adoption in Illinois, biological parents NOT married, paternity NOT established, 'sperm donor' won't consent!

  Asked by a user in Sullivan, IL - over 2 years ago.

  Back support is not limited to the date you filed the petition; under certain circumstances you can obtain support retroactive to date of birth, plus birthing expenses, etc. You would have to prove...

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• Need a Class Action Attorney for discrimination in LPN Nursing School Program

  Asked by a user in Pekin, IL - over 2 years ago.

  Class action litigation is a unique area of the law. It allows you to litigate on behalf of a class of similarly situated individuals. While that may be the best approach, you may actually maximize...

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• I filed an Illinois wage claim against my employer in Feb. 2011 for failing to pay me bonuses on time. Now, 2 additional

  Asked by a user in Libertyville, IL - about 2 years ago.

  Get in touch with a lawyer asap. You likely have claims under the Illinois Wage Payment Act, which gives you certain rights regarding the payment of bonuses, wages, etc. You have a right to file...

• I was in a car accident in August of last year. My med bills were 5300. How much should i negotiate for pain & Suff?

  Asked by a user in Aurora, IL - over 2 years ago.

  Consult with an attorney; you need to know that your rights are being protected and that you are being fairly compensated for your claim. Given the $5,300 in medical bills - assuming all were...

• As a child I was physically, mentally,verbally abuse. I am 51 yrs. old can I file charges against them now ?

  Asked by a user in Taylorville, IL - almost 3 years ago.

  I had previously filed a lawsuit of this sort against the State of Illinois, DCFS and a foster parent. The greatest hurdle you'll have in a case like this is overcoming the statute of limitations,...

• Retroactive child support

  Asked by a user in Streamwood, IL - almost 3 years ago.

  Retroactive child support in Illinois can be sought retroactive to date of birth. Visitation and child support are unrelated; however, you are not immediately subject to retroactive support. A...

• Help Quashing a warrent from cook county ??

  Asked by a user in Chicago, IL - almost 3 years ago.

  I practice regularly in Cook County and assist in matters such as these. You need to have an attorney file a motion to quash arrest and recall the warrant, have him make a competent argument to the...

• Can i file chargs against a bank employee who disclosed my personal trasaction and account activity on facebook.

  Asked by a user in Las Vegas, NV - almost 3 years ago.

  If the employee was acting in furtherance of collection regarding a debt, and if they were a third party debt collector, you may have a claim under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If...

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• As a creditor, do I have any legal rights to pursue payment when a business has filed for chapter 128 ?

  Asked by a user in Chicago, IL - 6 months ago.

  More than likely no; however, depending on the circumstances, you may be able to "pierce the corporate veil" and pursue the business owners personally. More information would be needed to make that...

• Can I change custody without father's consent?

  Asked by a user in Bloomington, IL - about 2 years ago.

  If you obtained legal custody as a result of dad's parental rights having been terminated, then he has no say. You could seek to have the child's mom appointed guardian, which would allow the child...

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