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I was hit on head with bottle in a bar 6 yrs ago. Do lawyers typically ask for money upfront? or take a % of settlement?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
Personal injury actions are usually handled on a contingency fee basis (no fee unless you win), but it is not uncommon for attorneys to request a...
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What does it mean for a motion to be spindled?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
A Motion being "spindled" is Cook County terminology for a date being set to hear a motion. In your case, the other party may have filed a...
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Can an ex-emploer sue an emploee that was laid off?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
In general, you can be sued for your own acts and omissions. If you exceeded the scope of your authority and did something improper, it's...
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An author used my full name in her autobiography without my consent. What she said was true, but can I still sue?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
By your own admission, your damages are nominal at best. I wouldn't think it would be worth your while.
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I am renting to own. can i change the locks on the house? do i have to give the keys to the landlord?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
It would depend on the terms of your lease. If allowed, you would almost certainly have to give your landlord a copy of the key.
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Is this considered defamation of character?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
The question, to me, is one of damages. If your previous employer's conduct causes you to lose job offers or otherwise impacts your standing in...
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What do we do !!!
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Answered on March 30, 2009
Your question is not very clear. If you are now the legal owner of your mother's former home, and she remains there without your permission, you...
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Can I sue my daughter's father and his parents for emotional distress?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
While I'm sorry for your situation, I have to agree with the other posters. While Illinois does recognize claims for emotional distress, it is a...
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Someone makes a racial comment about my race, and when i defend my civil rights, he threatens me with violence. What can i do?
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Answered on March 30, 2009
It is possible that you may have tort claims against the man who insulted you for assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress, but...
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Can a lawyer appear in court on someones behalf even if they are not licensed to practice in that state?
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Answered on March 21, 2009
No, not unless they have been admitted "pro hoc vice," that is, for the purposes of that case only. Such an admission generally requires a local...
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