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answered on Nov 6, 2012
It should be but of course a court (in a civil and/or criminal case) must decide if there is enough evidence to go forward. You can file what is known as a Section 1983 case civilly if harmed. Contact an attorney immediately if that is the case because many times there are short statute of... View More 
Can I sue a doctor for reconstructive surgery that didn't turn out as expected or described?
answered on Nov 6, 2012
It depends. You need to gather all your medical records and consult with an attorney.
answered on Nov 6, 2012
Yes. However, the officer can sometimes "amend" the ticket before trial.
answered on Nov 6, 2012
Not exactly sure where you are reading from but 5/11-501(a)(2) is when you fail the field tests and 5/11-501(a)(1) is for failure of the breath test. Feel free to contac t me as I handle these cases.
I may have a dui, but do not know for sure, have had a valid license since with no traffic violations
answered on Nov 6, 2012
I handle license reinstatements and DUI cases in Illinois. The first thing you need to do is get your "driver's abstract" from the Secretary of State ("SOS"). This will show your complete traffic record, including when you had a DUI. Then you can figure out probably where... View More
answered on Nov 6, 2012
Do you mean should you continue to work? You can check on your employer's insurance status on the IWCC page on insurance at http://www.iwcc.il.gov/insurance.htm. This can answer many questions you have. If you are injured you may still proceed with a case. Whether you want to stay is up to... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2012
The answer is possibly. You should take pictures of the basement and railing area on the stairs immediately from all angles. Go see a doctor, give a history of the accident, keep copies of all bills and records. Are there any code violations on the property? Shoddy maintenance etc? Any witnesses to... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2012
Each state has their own law. You should contact a California attorney. In some states it is a good idea to file a new case on the aggravation and then consolidate the current case if one is filed. I only practice in Illinois. You should contact a LA attorney immediately because statute of... View More
Worker's compensation is through a large, self-insured private employer.
answered on Oct 11, 2012
In some states, maybe, if you have a change of circumstance. Contact a California attorney immediately. I only practice in Illinois.
My job terminated me. Why? What can I do?
answered on Oct 11, 2012
Contact a NY work comp attorney immediately. They may be able to assist you. However, it is your responsibility to make dr appointments and notify your employer in a timely manner. I am sorry to hear you were terminated.
answered on Oct 11, 2012
You should contact a MO attorney ASAP if the injury occurred there. If it occurred in another state, such as IL where I practice, contact an attorney there even if your employer is in MO.
General comments: Go see a doctor, keep a folder will all bills and medical records as well as full... View More
I was hurt on the job and went to the doctor who ordered physical therapy. I was paid my regular hourly rate for the first day of injury, but was told that I could not get paid for the other. The doctor ordered visits. I was told to use my PTO for lost time. I am curently working and on light duty.
answered on Oct 11, 2012
I am sorry you were injured. In my states once you are off work for a period of days and/or your employer cannot offer light duty work then they must pay you. Also, if you have a union contract it may provide for better pay. Talk to a California work comp attorney ASAP as I am not licensed in your... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2012
In most states you can. Contact a MA attorney to assist you.
answered on Oct 11, 2012
In most states you need a special motion and/or order with permission from you and/or your attorney to get psych records. This is true in Illinois. I do not practice in California. Contact a California attorney ASAP if you do not have one.
answered on Oct 11, 2012
Contact a lawyer who does probate law. It is worth it for the future of your family. It is one of the most important documents you can have and can prevent years of family division if you draft it poorly. The money is well spent and most are fairly reasonable if not too complicated. I do not... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2012
Possibly. Call the clerk of court where case is being heard or go there and pull file and look at paperwork. See if Judge allowed. You may have been served and were not aware. There are different types of service. Call MTO at
www.tenants-rights.org/. They may be able to help you. Good luck.
My arrest records are expunged and I have a certified copy of the expunge order. The problem is I do not have a certified copy of the court disposition. How do I get the certified copy of the court disposition I need to produce this by March 2013 to get my B1 visa, Since I live outside the U.S. Can... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2012
The clerk's office where the case was heard can give you a certified copy of disposition. Also, if you need help with expungements see www.state.il.us/defender/expforms/2011instguide.pdf.
Later, I found out that I had a preexisting condition that was aggravated by the accident. Does it matter that this pre-existing condition was unknown at the time? Will it hurt the case in terms of damages?
answered on Oct 10, 2012
I am sorry to hear about your accident. An aggravation of a pre-existing condition can be covered under the law if medical testimony links up the aggravation to the accident and the accident was not your fault.
If your accident occurred in Illinois you should contact and Illinois attorney... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2012
I am sorry to hear about your spouse. If your accident occurred in Illinois you should contact and Illinois attorney ASAP who handles car accident cases, such as myself, or look online. If it is in Wisconsin you would need a Wisconsin attorney. Make sure you file a police report and give a... View More
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