Why would a judge recuse themselves after a year on the case? Will their notes and files go to the new judge?
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Answered on December 07, 2017
We have no way of knowing, but it is certainly possible the judge discovered he knew one of the parties or had some business that he previously...
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Can I sue my employer for sending me to a return to work physical that caused injuries due to lifting to much weight.
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Answered on December 07, 2017
You don't say, but I assume you were originally injured at work.
Your ONLY recourse in that case is a workers' compensation case against your...
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If cook county does not respond to jackson county and jackson county refuses to take her up to cook county what happens?
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Answered on December 07, 2017
I am reclassifying this to criminal defense because I see no one answered your question and it does involve a misdemeanor.
Does your daughter...
REACHED MMI 4 months ago, and was wondering how long will they present an offer on my workman's comp case?
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Answered on December 07, 2017
You can wait forever. They don’t have to make any offer. In fact, if you don’t file application within 3 years of your accident, you’re out of...
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Can I agree to aa settlement for a minor crash after IL officer intervene ?
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Answered on December 07, 2017
Dumb to agree for many reasons.
If you’re hurt, get treatment and see a lawyer.
Settlement waived all claims forever.
You should report...
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Can a cell phone ticket be fought?
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Answered on December 07, 2017
It’s a non moving violation the first time so no reason to waste your time fighting it. Pay it.
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What should i do with with my speeding ticket?!?!? And how do i keep it off my record!!!!!
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Answered on December 07, 2017
Avoid a conviction by hiring a traffic lawyer. HOpe to get supervision.
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Did the police have probable cause to arrest him ?
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Answered on December 07, 2017
It sounds like driving off when a police officer orders you to not do so is fleeing and eluding police and would be probable cause for an arrest.
What are the ethical guidelines for a complete reversal of a legal argument? Difference between frivolous and meritless lawsuits
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Answered on December 07, 2017
This sounds entirely legal.
Did you raise any issues, such as res judicata?
Was it a reflied suit or a new suit on a new basis. Did you try to...
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Validity of Affirmative Defenses? (Civil case, credit card debt)
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Answered on December 06, 2017
Definitely make a motion to force arbitration, although you may have waived it already. The other one is probably a valid affirmative defense.