Is there is a minimum amount that a circuit court case can be filed in Cook County Illinois?

Per Illinois Supreme Court Rule 281, a small claims case is one that seeks $10,000 or less. While a small claims case has special rules that apply...

I was never properly served a summons can I file a motion to vacate default judgement without filling an appearance? I'm pro se.

Yes, you should file the motion to quash and a motion to vacate the default judgment. If you were not properly served you have no obligation to...

You should probably sue the corporation in its old name, since that is the party you had a business transaction with. Under Illinois law, a...

How do I handle a situation where I cannot make a spindle date?

You can go to the clerk's office, get a new date, and file a "Re-Notice of Motion" with the new date. However, since the date is only a few days...

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"P.S." means personal service, which means the defendant was served. You can call the Sheriff to confirm. If for some reason he was not served, you...

How can I answer to the motion filed against me to file a default judgment? I can't afford an attorney.

You need to take action in response to the motion so that no judgment is entered against you. If the plaintiff has actually named you (and not the...

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Do I need lawyer at the very first divorce hearing

You should get a lawyer as soon as possible. However, if you are not able to do this before the first court date, let the judge know. Most judges...

Is it worth considering an appeal on an incorrect red light ticket conviction?

Red light tickets are administrative, so your initial $100 fine was imposed by the administrative hearing officer, not an actual court. While most...

You need to review the local court rules to determine how much notice is required for a motion, as well as the judge's standing order. Most courts...

I'm taking a corporation to small claims for trashing my property. They say I didn't specify theory of law. What do they mean?

Unlike federal court where notice pleading is allowed, Illinois is a fact-pleading state. This means that the it is not enough if your complaint...