Fired for seeking legal advice prior to signing new contract.... Is my original open ended contract still in effect?

There are a couple of questions in your summary. First, regarding the covenant not to compete. Illinois has a new law that became effective on...

There is no way to predict how a judge will rule on any given motion. However, timing matters. Your summary indicates that the motion was filed...

As a party to a litigation, you are not obligated to take a deposition. A deposition is only a tool used to prove a case or defend against a...

Unfortunately, the accuracy of transcripts vary from reporter to reporter. Often it is compounded by inaudible witnesses or attorneys, as well as...

To request discovery of the other party, you have to serve a document request or interrogatories. As my colleague noted, They can be served by...

Do I have to testify after receiving a subpoena by mail?

You should not ignore the subpoena. Therefore, you should appear. You can ask the attorney who issued the subpoena what to expect. But, you...

How do you file for charges of perjury in cases of child custody?

As my colleague stated, forget pursuing a perjury claim. Perjury requires proof of an intent to device. Even with the materials you have, it may...

How would a Non-moving party argue the opposing counsel Burdensome Objection?

You would have to explain in detail the reasons why complying with the discovery is burdensome, such as disruption of business operations,...

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Hire a lawyer. S/he can contact the plaintiff's lawyer and explain the facts and circumstances in a way that can persuade the plaintiff to dismiss...

How are days counted?

You begin counting on the next business day. Since the judge issued the order on January 9, the answer is due on January 13. Note - if the...