Can an unmarried father (on birth certificate) petition an Illinois court for joint custody?

Most definitely. Consult with a family attorney. The father has the same rights as the mother.

ALimony while going thru divorce

No gobbly-de-gook here but we would need information as to such things as # of children and monthly costs before the question could be properly...

I cannot tell what you are charged with, but any felony is serious and you should get counsel. If yo are ok with bail and cannot afford counsel,...

My daughter's husband is in jail for 80 years with no parole. Can he contest the divorce?

Your daughter will have a superlative chance of prevailing in her action, regardless of the father's recalcitrance. Perhaps, sit down with a family...

Should we pay the fine or go to court for driving without an adult on a learners permit?

If the facts are true, how do you fight it? On your facts, I would pay the fine and take the keys.

If i plead guilty to a simple misdeameanor can i change my plea after the case is closed, in order to remove it from my record?

Yes. See a local attorney about expungement.

Question about slander.

I would suggest a consult with a family/personal injury attorney. Your question somewhat begs the question-Did she have a child alleging you as the...

Should the officer take you home alone

Please try again. The actual question is unclear.

If you call out sick from your work and have a doctors note can they fire you??

Unless you have a contract agreement stating otherwise, yes.

Can we sue for personal injury?

Simple answer to your question is yes. I suggest you speak with a PI attorney prior to doing so.