Questions answered by Brian M. Wendler

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Do I have to split a check I received in my name for wrongful death of my grand mother with my siblings

Brian's answer | Answered on February 17, 2016

You should ask the lawyer who handled the case. If he does not give you a straight answer contact a local probate lawyer.

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Not from around here I don't know who to call

Brian's answer | Answered on February 16, 2016

I agree with the earlier answers. If you find a lawyer who cannot take your case because too busy ask him or her to recommend someone. The...

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Can I sell the case to my lawyer ? What's the least amount I can get ?

Brian's answer | Answered on February 14, 2016

Contact a qualified lawyer with trucking litigation experience who licensed to practice in the state where the crash occurred or in the state where...

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Will the police continue with the investigation or can I legally look into it and find who hit my truck?

Brian's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

I agree with Mr. Hoffman but submit this to add to the info. You can always investigate on your own provided you don't break any laws. If you are...

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Can I make a claim on my employer's auto or general liability policy? If so, what if they refuse the claim, could I sue them?

Brian's answer | Answered on February 05, 2016

Mr. Hoffman's analysis is spot on. You should also ask your attorney to look into whether there is another responsible party if the person who...

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The judge granted everything I asked for in my motion verbally but only what opposition spontaneously asked for is reflected.

Brian's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

Respectfully, Judy's advice is not correct. Illinois Supreme Court Rule 271 does, in fact, permit the drafting of Orders. That Rule...

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Is there anything I can do as the original plaintiff , to prevent them from contacting me and or having people contact me?

Brian's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

You should contact your former lawyer. He can review the confidentiality clause in the settlement agreement to determine if there has been a...

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Is it too late to file a personal injury claim and/or should I?

Brian's answer | Answered on January 31, 2016

You have 2 years in Illinois to file a lawsuit for a claim like this. However, your fact pattern seems incorrect as it states two weeks ago on...

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What are my legal rights if someone crashed into the place I rent and it burns down

Brian's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

I agree with the others regarding your right to file a claim against the driver and, more importantly, his employer's insurance company. If the...

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My son was killed in a car-semi accident back in july 1999..me and his dad hired a lawyer for wrongful death how revive

Brian's answer | Answered on November 01, 2015

If your lawyer obtained a judgement for you it is allowable to have that judgement revived after 7 years. You simply need to file a motion to...

Brian M. Wendler's Answers (308)

Do I have to split a check I received in my name for wrongful death of my grand mother with my siblings

Not from around here I don't know who to call

Can I sell the case to my lawyer ? What's the least amount I can get ?

Will the police continue with the investigation or can I legally look into it and find who hit my truck?

Can I make a claim on my employer's auto or general liability policy? If so, what if they refuse the claim, could I sue them?

The judge granted everything I asked for in my motion verbally but only what opposition spontaneously asked for is reflected.

Is there anything I can do as the original plaintiff , to prevent them from contacting me and or having people contact me?

Is it too late to file a personal injury claim and/or should I?

What are my legal rights if someone crashed into the place I rent and it burns down

My son was killed in a car-semi accident back in july 1999..me and his dad hired a lawyer for wrongful death how revive