Office lease in Chicago was signed for a period of one year starting June 1, 2007 to may 31, 2008. I was under the impression

Commercial leases are largely regulated by the terms of the lease itself. There is little protection for commercial tenants (as there is for...

It's a subpoena for documents. The respondent is asking someone to produce documents relevant to the case.

I resigned from my position as a meeting planner with a dental publishing company 4 weeks ago.

This is likely an oversight or the employer lacks the technical skills to make the change. The first step would be to ask the employer nicely. If...

My lawyer sent in a demand for settlement to corvel and they have yet to respond it's been 2weeks should I be worried

You have a lawyer, ask him/her. You need to trust your lawyer, if you don't trust your lawyer, find a new one. 2 weeks is an extremely short...

How to prepare for unemployment hearing over phone?

These matters are very hard to predict as the judges vary greatly. Generally, the more foggy the reason for firing the more likely you will...

After the date stayed expired for eviction in plainfield illinois .When or how many day till the sheriff will come post the

You need to move now, or at least have everything packed and ready to go. In Cook County it can take a couple of weeks after the stay. The sheriff...

Yes, some private attorneys offer sliding scales as do many law school clinics. Many lawyers, especially younger ones who are developing their...

Can you apply for a house loan when your on unemployment? I know this isn't much an attorney problem but thought someone knew

You can always apply, but it is highly unlikely the bank would grant you a mortgage. Speak to a reputable mortgage broker and they will be able to...

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What does failure to appear on the prove-up date will result in an order of dismissal for want of prosecution?

You are the defendant. This order means that the plaintiff sued you, you did not show up in court or answer the complaint and a default judgment...

Plumbers removed expensive faucet, now it is missing. Eligible for compensation?

They could be, you may have proof problems though. Unless the faucet is worth thousands of dollars, bringing a lawsuit isn't cost effective. You...