wHETHER OR NOT TO ALLOW THE DEPOSITION TO BE TAKEN OVER THE PHONE DEPENDS ON THE NATURE OF THE CASE AND THE ISSUES ON WHICH THE DEFENDANT WILL BE...

If the plaintiff's attorney is hundreds of miles away and not available electronically, who may ask questions at a deposition?

I also agree. But if the witness or hiscayoirney, if any, won't agree to one of these methods, you can hire local counsel to take the deposition....

If the opposing party has not complied with an Order on a Motion to Compel what's the next best step?

I agree. A motion for sanctions for noncompliance. Look at supreme court rule 219. Seek reasonable compensation for your time to draft, file and...

The short answer is the contractor can file a lien but it would not be legitimate. The contractor would have been entitled to payment in accordance...

I agree with Mr. Hoffman. But ultimately, it depends on what kind of relief the plaintiff is seeking in the complaint. If you are late, the...

I lost the case in a lawsuit for $3000 who Would I pay the money?

I agree with the other two attorneys. But make sure you get a release of the the judgement in exchange for payment. There is a document with...

Must the summons and complaint be served on the registered agent representing a company?

I agree with Mr. Johnson. However, it is not necessary to serve the papers on the registered agent.. You can serve any employee or agent...

What can I do when contractor left job incomplete plus major damage to ceiling?

There is no simple solution. Assuming you did not breach the contract, you can hire another contractor to finish the work and repair the damage...

Why am I forced to show my cost on material/equipment as a reseller on my vendors' lien waivers ?

Only if you wish to be paid. The price for the goods establishes the limit of the supplier's potential lien rights in the event it is not paid by...

Would I have to be in court to file an answer?

Presumably the clerk of the court's records indicate an answer was filed. If you did file an answer, jnyou are obligated to serve it, and any other...