My lawyer failed to prepare for my trial and failed to show up during the trial. Didn't contact me. I want my money back. How?

First of all, this question should be posted on an Illinois board. Your retainer agreement should spell out the fees and costs. Inquiries about...

Should I wait till child custody pretrial to inform the judge of recent harassment and bullying conducted by opposing party?

Judges hear disputes regarding custody, with parties shading their testimony, all the time. The best thing you can do for yourself is to hire an...

How much time do "free legal help lawyers" put in to each case? And would having one be beneficial?

Many local bar associations have modest means panels with lawyers who work at reduced rates. I do not know of any "free legal help lawyers." If...

Will I get granted anythinf from the jugde of sexually assualted @ work for emotional stress

You should immediately contact an attorney who handles personal injury cases as soon as possible, so that the statute of limitations does not run...

My car was involved in a hit and run what should my next step with no insurance?

If the offending vehicle can be identified, you can make a claim against that person's automobile insurance for property damage.

Is it okay for the same Realtor to represent the seller and the buyer at the same time. I'm in California or is this a conflict

As long as full disclosure is made to both sides, and both sides agree to the arrangement in writing, it is not a conflict. These situations can...

I had a workmen comp settled in 1987,give me the definition of medical on demand bases

If the settlement was a compromise and release, you cannot do anything more in the workers compensation case. If the settlement was a findings and...

Can a lawyer represent an plantiff that had the defendant in thier office working with them on dif case?

If the attorney represented the brother, there would be a conflict. If the attorney only talked to the brother while the attorney was the father's...

You are not and cannot be exempted from jury duty due to a pending DUI. If you want to postpone the service until a later time, you can contact...

Is it possible for a DA to reduce a 288(a) charge after probation?

The motion would actually be brought before the judge who sentenced you. The DA will be given notice, and will have the right to object. Penal...