What gives an Illinois attorney an implied authority to initiate and offer an low ball settlement without his clients knowledge?

Asker, I don't have enough context but I think you are discussing a settlement demand, not an offer. The Disciplinary rules do require the lawyer...

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I was born in Cook County and my CLB has no race on it. When you are talking about "selecting" or "self-identifiying " as a race, what is...

I take it your wife has the jury summons and your caption is incorrect. The worst thing you can do about this is nothing. Assuming this is...

You don't really ask a question but I'll discuss your situation nonetheless. These things have different names in different jurisdictions but your...

I came in to probation for drug test but didn't produce enough pee. Can they violate me ?

In Morgan County, a lot of factors are in play. If you are compliant with a treatment requirement and/or 12 step group and you are otherwise in...

Can you help with drug testing question regarding existing employees?

The employer can always test for cause. No lawyer can give you a useful opinion with just the narrative here. Show the actual policy to a good...

The judge will tell you the possible penalties when you make your first appearance and, again, at arraignment. The strategy would begin with an...

How do I keep my license valid after breaking court supervision?

Did you get the Device Ticket in the same County? If not, it is possible, to slow play the Device Ticket and hope the Second Offense County...

Can I file a motion to disqualify a Lawyer & the company the lawyer works for or/and its affiliates on conflict of interest?

If you were Attorney-in-Fact, then everything you did was for and on behalf of Plaintiff. You were indistinguishable from Plaintiff. You could...

How long does it take for a moving violation to pop up on your record if you plead guilt ?

Some Clerk's Offices upload traffic data daily. Some once a week. A few smaller counties still upload manually. That takes longer to get them on...