My husband passed away. We have a Will. He has a checking account that is under his name and they need a Letter of Office.

I am sorry for your loss. In Illinois, with an option referred to as independent administration that is used in most estates, the process can be...

While on a family vacation at a Resort---( Diamond Resort International )--a poolside umbrella blew down and hit on my knee

By no means should you proceed any farther without counsel without expecting that something will occur that will reduce the value of your claim. ...

My chapter `3 is taken out my check in two payments. Can it be deducted from my checking account in the same manner

Bank drafts are not used in the Northern District of Illinois. Several of the trustees have set up electronic payment arrangements (websites). ...

Invested $2,000 in tech patent which netted father over $1M in the past year, more on way; do I have a cause of action?

As it sounds from your description, this is going to be more a matter of contract with your father and proving the terms of that contract. An...

If I filed bankruptcy and didnt reaffirm my house can I still sell it?

You can sell, but the loan must be paid off. If there is equity after accounting for all costs, go for it. If not, you can try to have your...

Can I go after company for anything

If you are suggesting that this charge was fabricated in retaliation for your filing of a workers' compensation claim, then you would have a claim....

Is it allowed for house renters to have a huge above the ground pool

I would add to the earlier answers that subdivisions established in the last several decades often have restrictions prohibiting above-ground...

My wife passed away. She is primary holder on two credit cards. Under Illinois law am I legally responsible for payments?

The answer may be more involved than you expected. You should start by ordering your credit report on annualcreditreport.com and verifying how the...

Technically, you can sell your interest, but realistically, even at a bargain, who, other than (possibly) another family member, would want to...

Your first step, assuming there is any room for communication, is to inquire with anyone handling your late father's affairs. Perhaps they will...