If I have an open divorce case in California, do I have to close it before I open a new one in Illinois?

Even if you move to IL, I think you could finalize the divorce in CA with your attorney representing you. Otherwise, you would have to dismiss the...

What is a fair settlement for wreck caused by a semi truck carrying coal?

There are a number of factors in evaluating a claim including the types of injuries you sustained, treatment received, whether you will have future...

I have had my divorce papers signed by my spouse in 2009, but didn't file. Now I want to file them in Wa state. Can I file them

Did you complete all the paperwork including the summons, petition, final decree, findings of fact and conclusions of law, final parenting plan,...

I have a friend in Seattle who needs to get a divorce. If he moves out of the house, will his wife automatically get custody?

Most likely yes....the mother will get primary custody. There is a definite bias for the mother to be the primary residential parent. And whether...

How do I request a discovery request after one has been served to me?

Please also keep in mind that in King County you have a case schedule and a deadling for discovery. Your requests for discovery must be served on...

Your husband will need to serve you personally unless he gets a court order allowing him to serve you by mail or publication which probably does...

My husband filed his response in a different county. Does this have any affect on where we go to court for the divorce?

Usually, parties file in Lincoln County if it's uncontested and you do not have to appear in court to finalize the divorce. But as you found out,...

Do I need to get emergency custody hearing?

Who has primary custody? And what is the extent of the physical and mental abuse, and what can be proven? If there is sufficient evidence of...

Fathers estate is suing a hospital for wrongful death. Personal representative has died. Can remaining beneficiaries continue?

Yes, either you or your sister should be appointed as the new PR.

Is a fall in a parking lot at KFC a personal injury? Darlene

Slip and fall on ice/snow cases are very difficult. In fact most S & F cases are usually litigated because the insurance companies will often deny...