Questions answered by Steve E. McCann

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

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

Assuming there was a written agreement between you and your previous attorney, you can file in the Civil or the Chancery division in Cook County. ...

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Do I need a tenant landlord attorney?

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

What remedy are you seeking here based on this behavior? In order to prevail in a lawsuit, you must prove that you suffered damages. Based on the...

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How to leave a lease early

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

I apologize for your situation. In order to accurately answer your question, an attorney would need to review your actual lease. Also, there are...

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What should I do as I got a oversppeding ticket(39 MPH) in school zone today . I already have 2 tickets for redlight violation .

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

What does the ticket say you should do? I would abide by the requests on the ticket and if it requires you to go to court, I would consider...

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Municipal that I work for adopted a ordinance which violates freedom of speech and focused on one dept

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

I would recommend gathering all of the facts pertaining to this situation, and consulting with an attorney individually. Many offer free...

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I need a good class action lawyer

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

I recommend using the Find a Lawyer tob on Avvo to find a knowledgeable attorney that offers free consultations.

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What can I do about being owed my last paycheck from my old employer? Prominent company - Over 6 weeks waiting for payment.

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

I would recommend consulting with an attorney immediately. An attorney will help you gain leverage over the company by threatening suit if they do...

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Can a 17 yr old get supervision on a failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident ticket?

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

I would recommend consulting with a criminal law attorney so he or she can evaluate the details of your daughter's situation, and provide you with...

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Is this considered financial exploitation of an elderly person?

Steve's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

It very well could be financial exploitation of an elderly person. I would recommend consulting with an attorney immediately so he or she can...

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Can my boyfriend get out on another i bond for another felony case? Can he go to jail nowfor serving to undercover 3 months ago

Steve's answer | Answered on October 29, 2015

It is very unlikely he will get out on another i bond. However, assuming he is represented by an attorney, I would recommend asking his attorney...

Steve E. McCann's Answers (2071)

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

Do I need a tenant landlord attorney?

How to leave a lease early

What should I do as I got a oversppeding ticket(39 MPH) in school zone today . I already have 2 tickets for redlight violation .

Municipal that I work for adopted a ordinance which violates freedom of speech and focused on one dept

I need a good class action lawyer

What can I do about being owed my last paycheck from my old employer? Prominent company - Over 6 weeks waiting for payment.

Can a 17 yr old get supervision on a failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident ticket?

Is this considered financial exploitation of an elderly person?

Can my boyfriend get out on another i bond for another felony case? Can he go to jail nowfor serving to undercover 3 months ago