Can I get my legal fees paid by the other party?

Concerning attorneys' fees, Illinois follows what is known as the "American Rule," which provides that each side must pay its own, unless there is...

If a woman turns down my request for sex...

I agree with my colleagues. The alleged misconduct must be extreme and outrageous, causing severe emotional distress. In addition, the person...

I have a question about a foreclosure that took place in 2009, and we were told nothing of options, or refinnance.

What is your question? Under Illinois law, the homeowner is allowed a certain amount of time to "redeem" (i.e., pay the amount set forth in the...

How can you find out if someone has started a lawsuit against you?

If the court has a website, you can check online to see if a lawsuit has been filed against you. Or you can call the office of the court...

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Motion to Reconsider before Final Appealable Order?

I am assuming you're still within the 30 days and that the granting of the motion to dismiss was with prejudice. You can file a motion to...

Illinois, discovery subpoen, legitimate

You can call the attorney. His or her information should appear at the bottom of the subpoena. You can check the Attorney Registration &...

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How can I tell if a collection agency has gotten a judgement against me without proper service in Cook County, Illinois?

You can check the court website (http://www.cookcountyclerkofcourt.org/) to view the status and history of the case, and you can go to the...

Since, according to a responding attorney, "..Notice to the client and opposing counsel is required to withdraw from a case.."

See Illinois Supreme Court Rule 13. You can review same via the following...

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I have a retainer agreement that says I am to receive monthly statements from my attorney, can he wait over a year to give one?

I am sorry to hear that you have had to go through this. You did the right thing in writing to the attorney in an attempt to resolve the issue. ...

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I have a default judgment against me I didn't even know about until last week. what do I need to win a motion to vacate?

When was the judgment entered? If more than 30 days have passed, a petition under 735 ILCS 2-1401 supported by affidavit would need to be brought...