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What is the statue statue of limitations in Illinois, for medical malpractice?

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 25, 2012

In Illinois, it is generally 2 years but can be extended in some cases, such as if the plaintiff is under 18 or if the malpractice wasn't...

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My car was parked in the street, it was hit, the woman who hit it has Insurance, I was told they will only cover 1/2 the repair

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

No they can't unless you let them get away with such nonsense. Let me guess, she had substandard insurance. You could get a lawyer or put it...

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Can I-140 be approved while H1B trasfer in progress?

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

This is an immigration question and I have placed it into that practice area, which should get you some competent responses. Stephen L....

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A medical mal practice attorney that does not have the M.D. protected by the hospital's attorney client relationship. (Chicago)

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

I'm not entirely sure what your "question" is or what you want. If I read this correctly, you want a lawyer who is not tied to a hospital or...

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Do I need a personal injury attorney if so call me?

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

You need a workers' comp lawyer. You are being played because that's what they do. Not fair. Feel free to call me. Stephen L. Hoffman Law...

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I am looking for a lawer or a team of lawers who will take my three cases

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

The big problem in all this is municipalities have immunities from most liability due to the Licsl Government Tort Immunity Act, making even...

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Why am I having such a difficult time finding a attorney in Illinois to take my case?

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

As the others have said, med mal is extremely expensive to pursue. Even if there is a valid case, it can cost many hundreds of thousands of...

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I believe I have been a victim of medical malpractice. What is the Statute of limitations on bringing suit in the state of IL?

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

2 years generally, with a 4 year discovery provision applying in a few situations. Obtain your medical records and contact a lawyer...

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Can I sue a rehabilitation center for negligence or malpractice if i was happily married and when he he was kicked out of there

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 22, 2012

Agree with the others. Stephen L. Hoffman Law Office of Stephen L. Hoffman LLC Chicago, IL 773-944-9737 Email: ...

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Can more than one person be sued ? and how should the brife look

Stephen's answer | Answered on October 22, 2012

Absolutely, multiple parties can be (and often are) sued for negligence. I have to agree that what Ms. Goldstein says is dead on what I am...

Stephen Laurence Hoffman's Answers (18888)

What is the statue statue of limitations in Illinois, for medical malpractice?

My car was parked in the street, it was hit, the woman who hit it has Insurance, I was told they will only cover 1/2 the repair

Can I-140 be approved while H1B trasfer in progress?

A medical mal practice attorney that does not have the M.D. protected by the hospital's attorney client relationship. (Chicago)

Do I need a personal injury attorney if so call me?

I am looking for a lawer or a team of lawers who will take my three cases

Why am I having such a difficult time finding a attorney in Illinois to take my case?

I believe I have been a victim of medical malpractice. What is the Statute of limitations on bringing suit in the state of IL?

Can I sue a rehabilitation center for negligence or malpractice if i was happily married and when he he was kicked out of there

Can more than one person be sued ? and how should the brife look