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My mother was rear ended 2 days ago and shes been feeling bad since then. Is there a deadline in Illinois for going to the doc?
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Answered on September 01, 2012
No time limit or law BUT the reason we attorneys all say go ASAP is because insurers and defense lawyers WILL use this against you.
If hurt get...
Can I sue my childs school, my 7 yr old fell @ school from the monkey bars, end braking her wrist,what are my right.
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Answered on August 31, 2012
Schools and municipalities have immunity from liability from most tort liability without showing willful and wanton behavior.
Unless you proved...
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Was at an event with a marching band got struck in head with bass drum mallet. who can i sue the school, theater or event planne
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Answered on August 31, 2012
Probably not. Schools receive immunity, as do municipal entities, from most tortious liability.
Unless the school knew this drummer was...
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I was in a traffic acident nothing major the other party never showed up to court and the case was dropped.her insurance is now
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Answered on August 30, 2012
If you have not reported to your carrier already, you must do so immediately and forward the suit papers your received They will hire counsel to...
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I was involved in a car accident and I did not have insurance and the other person had insurance. What are my options? (Chicago)
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Answered on August 30, 2012
Get a lawyer media rely. All personal injury lawyers consult for free.
Stephen L. Hoffman
Law Office of Stephen L. Hoffman LLC
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What is the probability of being sued beyond the limits of of my insurance policy?
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Answered on August 30, 2012
I do think you should discuss this with your carrier and then determine if you need to hire a personal attorney or assess other options, like...
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Is the dog owner legally required to restrain the dog if it is sniffing a person but the person does not feel comfortable about
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Answered on August 30, 2012
The general rule in Illinois, under both the Animal Control Act, and under the common law, is that the owner of a dog or other domestic animal, or...
Is there a law on how far a unused trailer hitch can be on a vehicle
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Answered on August 30, 2012
I am not aware of a specific requirement in this regard, although buried deep in the Illinois Vehicle Code there probably are some specifications...
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Is it against the law for my boss to call my doctors office and try to get my light duty status changed?
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Answered on August 29, 2012
Your workers' compensation case sounds like a mess. Please consult a lawyer before things get any more out of control.
Having a lawyer will...
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Can i sew for nerve damage of the spine caused by the hospitals messing up an epidermal ?
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Answered on August 29, 2012
You need to obtain all your medical records and contact an attorney although that doesn't necessarily mean you have a case.
Stephen L....