How do I put the burden of proof on the defendant?

You as the plaintiff shoulder the burden of proving, among other things, that the alleged statements were false. As this is a small claim, there...

Statute of Limitations what and how in Illinois

Generally, with respect to a claim for breach of a written agreement set forth in 735 ILCS 5/13-206...

To prevail on such a cause of action, you would have to plead and prove each of the following: (1) that your ex-fiancée’s conduct was extreme and...

If party A files an emergency motion, does party A have to provide a certain number of days notice to party B

In addition to Cook County Circuit Court Rule 2.2, you may want to take a look at the section of the judge’s standing order pertaining to emergency...

If you have paid off the judgment, the plaintiff should send you a signed Release and Satisfaction of Judgment. I did not find such a form at...

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Being Sued for Credit Card Debt

The 5/31/12 date is likely not a court date, but rather the date by which you must file your written appearance at the clerk’s office (this is...

Law School never gave me a decision, consumer fraud?

Here is a link to the consumer fraud statute, known as the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act:...

See also Illinois Supreme Court Rule 213 (http://www.state.il.us/court/supremecourt/rules/Art_II/ArtII.htm#213), specifically Rule 213(d). Good luck.

An affirmative defense is not a denial. Rather, it is something that gives color to the other side’s claim (essentially admitting its sufficiency)...

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Do I need a lawyer to represent me in small claims court in Cook County IL?

While it is always better to have an attorney, in this situation, you would be allowed to prosecute the case yourself, pursuant to 735 ILCS...

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