The Default Call would be a hearing date at which the Court might find a defendant who was served with process in default if that person failed to...

Would the fact that the bank didn't respond to the request to admit the amount was satisfied hold in court?

In general, when a party fails to answer a request to admit, the answer is deemed admitted. You should be able to introduce such an admission into...

Am I permitted to object to a witness or only to what the witnesses say ?

Before trial, parties generally are required to identify witnesses and documents that will be used at trial. Civil litigation is not trial by...

What "motion to dismiss" applies when plaintiff misquotes case law to such an extent that he portrays it as saying the opposite?

When responding to a complaint with a motion to dismiss, you are arguing that the well-pled facts accepted as true for purposes of the motion, do...

Once a defendant has filed an Answer, the Illinois Rules require you to file motion for leave to file an amended complaint. The Court has...

Would I have a case against a police department for unfair hiring practices?

Without knowing the reason that you were disqualified from getting hired for a position with the police department, a lawyer could not know whether...

Can I sue for maximum judgement in small claims court under an arbitration clause?

Arbitration clauses typically require a dispute resolution through prescribed arbitration proceedings outside of court. Companies cannot prevent...

Should I get a lawyer as a defendant for a small claims case of $10,000?

Based on your description of the case, it is not immediately apparent what claims your ex mother-in-law has against you. Before you decide to...

Why am I required to fly from my home state of UT to Chicago to defend myself in a small claims case for $10,000?

You should hire an Illinois lawyer to represent you. In general, clients need not appear at court hearings when represented by counsel. It would be...

In Cook County Illinois, which court has jurisdiction over "reasonable fees" disputes between attorneys and clients?

If you want to file a lawsuit against your attorney for breach of a retainer agreement, then you most likely would file an action in the Circuit...