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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Elder Law for Illinois on
Q: I am a senior have bought used cars from private never a problem. Less than 3 months ago $1800 for a car in East Peoria
Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Feb 5, 2020

It's difficult to understand what exactly happened from your post. Please post again with additional facts.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Personal Injury for Illinois on
Q: We had an unusual experience with HERTZ in Chicago IL that affected us and our children. Type of attorney to sue HERTZ?

There was mental and emotional damage to all involved, and an unusual circumstance that is positive for a successful case brought against HERTZ

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Feb 5, 2020

Mental and emotional damages can be hard to prove. An attorney will need much more information on what happened to perform a proper evaluation of your situation. It is difficult to ascertain what exactly occurred from your post. Please post again with more facts or contact a local personal injury... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for California on
Q: Should I file a motion to compel if no response to disc-001 but has responded to special roggs? California civil case.

Defendant did not respond to general form interrogatories (disc-001) but provided response to special roggs, request for admissions and production of documents. California unlimited civil case.

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Feb 5, 2020

I would contact a local personal injury attorney to help you with your case. They will be able to give you advice tailored to your case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets on
Q: My son bumped a car...no injury at scene...got a ticket, we paid it. It said no court date needed.

Then got a letter saying he’s being sued by lady he bumped....personal injury. She was cleared at the scene. Now we got a letter saying he has a court date. What should we expect. We have a lawyer coming with us.

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Feb 4, 2020

I would have a quick chat with the lawyer who will be accompanying you to court. They should be able to give you the low down on what will be happening at that court date.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Michigan on
Q: I slipped getting out if a vehicle a few months ago in a gas station parking lot...the er said i sprained my shoulder.

Its getting worse. I want to know if there is a time limit to file a lawsuit on a slip and fall..i live in michigan

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Feb 4, 2020

The best thing you could do is contact a local personal injury attorney. They will be able to evaluate your situation and inform you of your options.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: Is it possible to sue a university for emotional distress even though I made a mistake?

I made a mistake of cheating on an exam and my professors gave me a 0 now in order to pass the class 100% are needed on the rest of the exams. The amount of anxiety I’m am experiencing is ridiculous I can never seem to calm myself down due to all the pressure I am under and I am thinking of suing... View More

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Feb 4, 2020

You most likely do not have a case. The infliction of emotional distress would need to be intentional. Here it sounds like you violated a course and/or university policy and were punished for it. I hope this semester ends on a more positive note.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Colorado on
Q: Are there any federal tort lawyers in Colorado and do you know of a directory?

We have an issue involving a federal agency located in Colorado.

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Jan 2, 2020

I would contact your state and local bar associations. They should be able to point you in the right direction.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for North Carolina on
Q: I recently had a car accident and need legal advice
Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Jan 2, 2020

An attorney is going to need much more information than this to provide you with solid legal advice. I would gather up as much information as possible regarding your car accident (crash report, crash photos, medical records, medical bills etc.) and contact a local personal injury attorney. You want... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Illinois on
Q: I need a attorney that is willing to travel to watseka Il . Thee is a custody order in place for 3 yrs I just filed
Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Jan 2, 2020

It sounds like you're having a custody issue. I would contact a family law attorney in your area and further discuss your situation with them.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Insurance Bad Faith for Maryland on
Q: Hi I have a personal injury case question regarding a car accident

My car was rear ended and was a total loss. I was taken to emergency room and diagnosed with acute head injury and cervical strain. Driver at fault was underinsured with $10,000 liability limit. Her insurance company is low balling the settlement for pain and suffering, loss wages and end of the... View More

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Jan 2, 2020

I would get in contact with a local personal injury attorney and explain your situation. They will need much more information than you posted here to evaluate your situation, but should be able to advise you of all your options going forward.

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3 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Illinois on
Q: How do I get traffic school without appearing for court on 2nd ticket this year?

Received traffic ticket 5 months ago, did online traffic school. Supervision is cleared. Received another traffic ticket last week. Was going to pay it next week, but it says that I cannot do traffic school again via paying it by mail. I would have to appear, but I will be out of town on... View More

Evan S. Sloan
Evan S. Sloan
answered on Jan 2, 2020

I agree with Mr. Davis, it sounds like a court appearance would be required. I would get in contact with a local traffic attorney and further discuss your options.

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