If you have retained an attorney already in this matter, you should be discussing your options with that attorney. Generally, if demands are...

Is there a good guide for representing yourself in court?

I would advise against representing yourself in any criminal matters. You should rely on the public defender or private counsel. Public defenders...

Hi, I was recently T-boned by an uninsured driver causing over 5-grand to my vehicle. I have full coverage....can

It depends on your policy. Generally, if you are fully covered as you say you are, there is uninsured motorist or under-insured motorist coverage...

Beneficiaries have the right to know how assets of the estate are used and to make sure the executor is doing their job correctly. Possible heirs...

Recived a letter from someone saying our landlord owes for property taxes.

There are a lot if things you can do to get more information in this situation. If the letter has the court date or contact number for the person...

In the course of an anticipated county probate guardianship petition matter, which will be opposed, anticipating ...

Your question is extremely difficult to answer due to the fact that the reaction of the "opposition" will dictate costs after the initial filing of...

What is the appropriate way to serve a defendant a motion - petition for rule to show cause. Do I mail it to her or her attorney

I would simply add that I make it a practice to send the notice via both regular and certified mail. Sometimes defendants avoid getting certified...

Is my son the rightful owner of his deceased fathers belongings?

This is a situation in which you should consult counsel about the specific details. Some estates in Illinois do not need to be probated due to the...

Executor uncle says estate used up by 'taxes, legal, maint' and no distributions coming. have named bene right to info?

In Illinois, any beneficiary has a right to request an accounting of assets and take part in a probate estate that is filed in the Court. It is...

What happens if a person does not pay a civil demand order for $250? Does it get reported to a collection agency, criminal, etc.

This dollar amount is really really low. It would surprise me if they pursued it, but anything is possible. Until they get a judgment in Court,...