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Can I record a conversation between myself and a business representative in my home?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 30, 2016

Not unless both sides of the conversation agree. Don't break the Illinois eavesdropping law!

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How do I file Section 337 complaint ? And how much it is going to cost me in legal fees ?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 30, 2016

Use the Avvo Find a Lawyer tab. Call around. You'll find someone experienced, including some who answered your question here.

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Will I be extradited for a traffic violation

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 30, 2016

Put your bets on not getting extradited, but plan to lose your driving privileges. You'd be smart to contact a traffic lawyer in Illinois sooner...

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What steps do I need to take to make sure I am following the correct procedures for my work comp claim?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

Stop. Just stop. You cannot do this yourself. Workers' compensation is very difficult to navigate without s lawyer. You need a lawyer...

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What can I do to get my employer to settle my worker's compensation case and pay for physical therapy needed.

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

They're stringing you along. Get s lawyer. They have zero obligation to offer you a thing. If they aren't paying medical, you really need a lawyer.

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Trip and fall sidewalk

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

Slip and fall cases are the most difficult in Illinois. Suits against municipalities are even tougher due to Tort Immunity. Basically, you have...

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Auto claim going to litigation, should I hire a lawyer?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

No reason to hire a lawyer. It's in Subrogation and being litigated. Unless you had personal injuries, there is nothing more you can recover except...

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How do I get a subpoena? (with clarification)

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

It will not be as easy as you think. Every place has different laws with regard to what they will respond to and accept as a valid subpoena. We...

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How do I get a subpoena?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

I think it goes without saying that you are in WAY OVER YOUR HEAD. That is, unless you are a lawyer with experience with international laws, the...

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Do I have a case?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

STOP WHAT YOU';RE DOING AND CALL A TRUCKING ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY!!!! This is a case that you will be entitled to much more than medical...