I received a ticket in Chicago for drinking an open container on the public way (8-4-030). What happens if I just don't pay it?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
If you don't pay or validly contest the ticket, the city will likely default you for the maximum fine and start with collection actions. The city...
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A debt collecting attorney called me and said I was being investigated for fraud. Is this legal?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
You should consult with a consumer protection attorney - there don't seem to be any answering questions on this forum, so you should probably use...
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I made a motion in court, now I want to back out of that motion. How do I do that?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
I agree with Judy, I'd also add that you should notify the judge's clerk well in advance so the judge does not put time and effort into your motion...
I paid my roommate rent for three months but he pocketed it and used it for himself. Both on lease, is what he did illegal?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
Yes, stealing is illegal. If you want justice, contact the police. If you want your money back, you will likely have to sue the roommate in small...
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Is it worth taking my landlord to court?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
The RLTO is very tenant friendly and your landlord has likely dug himself into a deep hole. It will not cost you much to go after him because under...
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Who pays my medical bills for a car accident that was not my fault?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
I agree with Mr. Hoffman. If your bills are that high, you should see an injury lawyer. Not only do injury lawyers recover fair compensation for...
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Can i sue for negligence due to the fact that while at a public laundromat i was injured due to faulty equipment?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
If it turns out your injury is only a bruise, filing a lawsuit is probably not worth your time. If you have fractures or some other more serious...
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Wrongful termination.
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Answered on August 07, 2013
It is very common for people to be fired/not hired due to their criminal background. Employers have wide latitude with regard to hiring and firing...
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What can I do to help my incarcerated brother for not getting the adequate medical attention?
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Answered on August 07, 2013
Assuming all remedies within the prison system have been exhausted, you can try contacting a civil rights/police misconduct lawyer. These cases are...
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I hv a property dispute with my brother&sister in india.I live out of india& do not have a friend/relative in india to acton POA
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Answered on August 07, 2013
Consult an attorney in India. Unless this property is of very substantial value, the legal fees may end up eclipsing your recovery.
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