The auto repair shop is filing a small claims against me. Can I counterclaim them for failing to communicate / follow up?

In order to cross-complain against the body shop, you have to claim that they were negligent -- that is, that they failed to do something they were...

I filed a small case in cook County. It got dragged on on and I am plaintiff acting as Pro Se along with the defendants.

Attend all hearings and keep good records of all your costs (receipts, canceled checks, credit card statements, etc.). Good luck.

Do I have a slip and fall case I fell down steps a year ago

You have to be able to establish that your fall a year ago caused or contributed to your knee injury. That's going to be difficult given (a) the...

Will I be able to negotiate the bill with the collections agency?

Yes, you should be able to negotiate down the $5000 debt. Oftentimes, debt collection companies purchase "bad debts" for pennies on the dollar....

I am an employee at a hospital with inadequate security. A mentally unstable person attacked me. Can I sue the hospital?

Generally, an employee's remedy against his/her employer for injuries incurred on the job are through workers' compensation. However, there are...

Personal Jurisdiction

The answer to this question is very fact-dependent. It really depends on whether the hospital has sufficient minimum contacts in California. Given...

Whether you have a claim for dental malpractice depends on whether the dentist's care and treatment fell below the standard of care in the...

You need to consult with a good, experienced medical malpractice attorney RIGHT AWAY. This is a specialized field, so you don't want to just call...

Am I entitled to request to go to the Dr after a fall at a local market? Confused, in pain please help!!

Contact a good, experienced, local personal injury attorney right away. The longer you wait to get legal and medical help, the more of a...

I recently went to a car shop to do an oil change, top off liquids (radiator,brakes,windshield), tire rotation and brake inspect

It depends on how far you want to take it. If all you want is your money back, then write the car shop and tell them what happened and ask for your...