Purchased a car for 4900 dealer called me and said I owe him more money it was a mistake. Can he sue me if I refuse to pay?

If you have a signed contract for the purchase price of $4,900.00, then you should be okay. He can sue you, of course (Any one with the required...

"RETD - P.S." notation indicates "personal service." So the clerk believe the summons was returned served upon the defendant. This could be a entry...

My daughters ex boyfriend does not want to give her back her car that is in my name. Can I take it back?

This is the type of situation that keep people like me busy. On the one hand, you admit you sold your car and the ex-boyfriend paid for it. On...

Is it appropriate to include legal and statutory standards in a complaint?

There are different pleading standards for cases pled in state court and federal court. Generally, citations to case law are frowned upon in the...

I was beneficiary of a life insurance policy for over 35 years; I suspect fraud What can I do?

It is possible this could be undone if there was fraud, coercion or incapacity, but you need to consult an attorney who can investigate and make a...

Driving without one headlamp and insurance card

File a "Motion to Continue Court Date" and "Proof of Service" with the Clerk of the Court. In the motion, state the charges on the tickets and...

My license was suspended for accidents without insurance

In Illinois, for a policy to be rescinded for material misrepresentation, the information must materially affect the rating or the risk. An...

What to expect at a Petition for Rule to Show Cause hearing and beyond?

If that defendant is not served by certified mail you can have him served personally through a process server or you can seek leave from the court...

My care was tourched by a robber and the insurance company has issued a reservation of rights latter. What are my right?

Your insurance company can take a statement under oath, and if you fail to comply the may deny your claim due to your failure to cooperate. You...

If the plaintiff cannot serve the original summons by the first court date and the summons expires, the court can issue an alias summons and...