If an estate was opened, I would suggest subpoenaing the life insurance company for its files. I would also subpoena the company for the employment...

If they were involved, they may have liability under the Illinois Securites Act. A judgment based on securities fraud is not necessarily discharged...

Your question cannot be answered based on the information provided. It appears that you opened a position selling an option. First, you would...

Can I still do same job within 15 miles if I work for business that is not a direct competitor?

Your question is whether a restrictive covenant is enforceable. These are fact specific cases. You do not state how long it was in effect or how...

Is a loan from one investor to a LLC considered a security in the IL Securities ACT of 1953?

The definition of Security under Section 2.1 of the IL Securities Act provides that a note is considered a security. If the transaction violated...

What should I do to break away from a bad business partner?

The first step to answer your question is to review your LLC agreement. The agreement will provide the respective duties and responsibilities of...

I’m a regional sales manager and my boss just cut my commission in half. I signed a non-compete, can I get out of it?

If the reduction in commission was a breach of your employment agreement, then the non-disclosure agreement may be voidable. An analysis of the...

I suggest that you speak to an attorney that works in the field of financial fraud. There are issues raised in your narrative that suggest a...

Providing free investment advice?

The securities industry is a highly regulated area with both federal and state laws and regulations that may require you to register as an...

What kind of lawyer do I speak with regarding suing a hedge fund that seems to be running a Ponzi Scheme?

I would suggest that you contact the Securities Exchange Commission ("SEC") in the town you live in. This is a securities fraud matter. In my...