answered on Sep 2, 2018
All law libraries located in the county Court houses and public law schools are open to the public. You maybe even able to find what you are searching for at your local public library. Good Luck.
No accident. While driving home from the store, I got light headed and pulled over. Then passed out. I was taken to hospital ER where blood was taken as part of their procedure. The result was given to the police.It read 0.30.This number is absolutely wrong. There is much more info,obviously.I want... View More 
answered on Sep 2, 2018
Expert witnesses are very expensive. It is not uncommon they charge thousands of dollars because they are rare given the many years of education and many more years of experience in their field of expertise.
There was an SUV behind me that the cop agreed was going faster then i was but said it was impossible that the radar got him because i was next to a car and we would have blocked the SUV from being clocked.
answered on Sep 2, 2018
Speeding 26 miles per hour or more but under 35 miles or more than the posted speed limit is a criminal Class B misdemeanor in Illinois. Violators face possible fines up to $1500 and possible jail time up to 180 days in the county jail. Best option is to show up to Court with an experienced traffic... View More
I have received a letter from his lawyer asking me to resolve the issue.
answered on Sep 2, 2018
Short answer - Yes. Or your neighbor can cut them and send you the bill.
We have not seen her in two months. We were her primary caregivers when her mother was at work from February to June if this year. She never lived with us, though.
Her mother and our son were never married.
There is no court order for custody or visitation between the parents. The... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2018
There have been changes to Illinois law giving grandparents limited custody and visitation rights whereas there were none given before. Since your granddaughter is over one year old - you maybe best served speaking to a family law attorney in your area.
My wife got an emergency order of protection without me knowing, and I have not done anything since over 8 months ago. We last had a conflict about 8 months ago, and suddenly she has issued an order of protection, and I can't see my kids, but I haven't done anything wrong.
answered on Sep 2, 2018
You need to be served with Notice that an Order of Protection is being filed against you. A spouse may do this for tactical reasons when it comes to pre-emptive divorce and custody of children. You will need to consult with a family law attorney as soon as possible.
I do have a question but I would probably have no legal claim to the property but still curious. My best friend and her husband many years ago we're having problems with thier familes because of past abuse issues they had both grown up with. But they stopped all contact with their families... View More
the police ask me to walk back to the car stating I didn't have a seat belt on and I stated I did. My brothers truck was towed
answered on Sep 1, 2018
Anyone can sue anyone for anything. The question becomes whether or not you will be successful.
answered on Sep 1, 2018
Yes - if you knew your friend was drunk and you handed over the car keys.
answered on Sep 1, 2018
One good indicator is whether they receive a W-2 or a 1099 tax form from their work.
My wife has been having an extramarital affair with a coworker turned friend who is a lesbian for over a year I just found out. The individual had a partner whom works with them. She is still friends with the individual, but has returned to her husband. Meanwhile, this lesbian friend set her sites... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2018
There are plenty of family law attorneys you can contact in your area.
answered on Sep 1, 2018
You can always sell your home if you own title to it. The question becomes whether you can afford to satisfy your financial obligations to any creditors holding liens against the title of your home.
When my mother would let my father stay with me 3 days a week b /c he loved me she said 1 day have your father practice writing his name. I now find out that he was not of sound mind as I know he did not know my name would call me peanut, sunshine and have me write my name on a pc of paper so he... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. If your father quitclaimed the house over to his girlfriend your father no longer owned title to the property when he passed - that is unless you can show the transfer was done under duress, or undue influence, or perhaps maybe even fraud.
If... View More
this year for an Eating disorder i have had since i was little, and I am also diagnosed depressed with anxiety...I do not work or have income at the moment What can I do about the paraphernalia charge If i am unable to recover that amount...Thank you...
p.s. i do use the marijuana for... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
Sorry to hear about your mental health issues keeping you from earning an income. It appears you are referring to the assessed fines and fees given the outcome of your case? If so, make certain you do go back to Court on your due date in December and ask the Judge for more time to pay. Hopefully,... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
Yes - See 10 ILCS 5/7-41
(c) No person shall do any electioneering or soliciting of votes on primary day within any polling place or within one hundred feet of any polling place...
We have had these policies for approx 7 years thru John Hancock. Since we are now both older, want to make sure these policies will work as is, should we keep them, or make changes.
answered on Aug 29, 2018
Congratulations! If you already have long term care insurance you may want to consult with an elder law attorney who can help you plan your estate. Unfortunately, some Insurance companies do go bankrupt so make certain your carrier is adequately funded.
answered on Aug 29, 2018
All law libraries located in the county Court houses and public law schools are open to the public.
answered on Aug 23, 2018
Speeding 15 over the posted speed limit is a serious moving violation for the Illinois CDL holder. Two violations within a 36 month period will trigger a CDL disqualification for a minimum of 60 days. Protect your CDL and potential future loss of income by calling a Florida traffic attorney in the... View More
Wanted to plead guilty and pay online but cannot because tickets do not appear.
answered on Aug 17, 2018
Fines and fees. No moving violation penalty. Get compliant and pay for the car registration and plate stickers as soon as possible.
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