Has IL defendant waived an affirmative defense by filing an "answer" to my complaint without raising the defense in the answer?

They have not waived it. They will undoubtedly file a2-619 motion to dismiss. If not, you may just survive.

Can I sue the arena? I fell and was seen by medical professionals but now have been diagnosed with Spastic PF syndrome.

There is no way to know whether you have a valid case or not without asking the seminal question, which is "what caused you to slip and fall?" ...

My husband is emotionly abusive a d his friends are adding to the problems,trying to help it along. I want to get my things out

FIrst of all, visit a divorce/family lawyer. They might be able to help you out with this. In addition, you could see if the police would be...

Is there a way to have my money returned?

In addition to what others have said, You should contact the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (www.iardc.org).

Can I win a lawsuit against my previous employer for timing me while I was pumping breastmilk for my baby?

You should talk to an employment attorney to thoroughly review whether you have a valid claim. Time limits are strict and tight in this area of...

Is walmart liable?

While there may be an argument that the shopping carts and whatever a "cigarette thing" is should have been properly secured, the general rule is...

Do I need a lawyer for a speeding ticket doing 52 on a 35 mph Construction zone?

Do you really want to save a few hundred dollars and think you did rings right? Always best to talk to a lawyer to be sure.

WHAT CAN I DO TO ABOUT MY DENTURES..THAT KEEP BREAKING TEETH AND ONCE BROKE IN HALF. THEY BROKE AGAIN AND HE WON'T CALL ME.

I am sorry for your troubles. First thing I'd do is go to another dentist to get the situation fixed. Then, get your records from the first...

Attorney Lurie laid it out perfectly. Just focus on whether the law is on your side or not and try to convince the judge.

Not at fought Car accident on March 18th, 2015; need new lawyer; This one tried to get me to settle and get stuck with bills

Same answer as before this is a repost. Talk to your lawyer.