My dads lawyer is holding his benefit checks, is that possible?

Sure, it is possible. Whether it is legal is another question. Do you have some verification that the attorney is receiving these checks? If so,...

If a cohabitation form is not signed by one party, will it be legal if the other signs it and provides a copy to her partner?

If one party does not agree, then it is not an agreement. If you are referring to common law marriage, both parties have to be in agreement that...

Can I sue the driver or the insurance company who rear ended my car while switching lanes and his insurance has refused to pay?

You can sue the driver, but you cannot successfully sue the insurance company.

Is it legal for a company to hold back the promised wages in a deceptive way.

Nothing worse than answering a question with a question, but... If I understand what you are saying, why are they withholding money from your pay...

I'm a physician, and have been offered an employment contract with a new (to me) group.

I would suggest using the Find a Lawyer tab to locate an employment or business law attorney in your area. I am sure there will be several who...

Do I need a lawyer?

Show the proof to the unemployment folks. You might also consider letting the Wage and Hour Division of the Illinois Department of Labor know about...

A consultant wrote negative remarks in their report. It may cause me to lose my position. Do I have any recourse?

Perhaps you can take this as constructive criticism. Can you talk with the consultant or your employer to see if they have suggestions on how to...

I am one year behind on my property taxes. I received a letter that if I don't pay them by 2014 my house will be sold.

Call your county clerk or treasure's office (different counties have different offices that handle sold taxes). They will tell you how much needs...

How should I proceed with employer property dispute? Recently fired employee.

If the computer belongs to the company, I would suggest that you give it back to them. You are under no obligation to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

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I am one year behind on my property taxes. I received a letter stating that if I don;t pay my 2014 my house will be sold.

Call your county clerk or treasure's office (different counties have different offices that handle sold taxes). They will tell you how much needs...