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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Indiana on
Q: Can a judgement be entered against you in one state if you were never served or given notice because you left the state
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answered on Mar 29, 2011

Yes, if an agent was served or you were served by publication.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Indiana on
Q: Is there a reclaiming law for a domestic animal such as a dog in the state of Indiana?
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answered on Mar 29, 2011

Please rephrase. I do not understand your question. Thank you

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Illinois on
Q: I took my dog to the vet, and the vet messed up and the dog died, can I sue?
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answered on Mar 29, 2011

I am saddened to hear about your loss. Yes. However, you are limited in damages to the actual market value of the dog. the dog is considered to be personal proerty

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Indiana on
Q: Can i file a 156B form myself and does it have a time limit on it ,also can i do a title search myself? thank you!
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answered on Mar 29, 2011

I am not familiar with or do not recognize what form you are referring to. However, you can do a title search yourself. I do not recomend doing so unless you are familiar with how a chain of title works, how to look for liens and judgments.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: How do I form a real estate investment trust?
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answered on Mar 29, 2011

Your question requires an extremely long and complicated answer and is really not suited for this type of forum. I suggest that you consult with a real estate/tax attorney to determine what your options are. good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: If I have crossed over neighboring property for 30 yrs to access my property, can I be denied that access now?

The previous owners and I had an oral agreement that I could access my drive-in basement across their parking area. Do to a disagreement over the back property line the current owner has out of spite blocked my access, what are my options.

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answered on Mar 29, 2011

If there is no other access to your drivein basement, you have what is commonly known as an easement. You may need to hire an attorney to send a cease and desist letter to the new owners and if that does not work, a lawsuit.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: Please address: the limit on percent of annual real estate taxes and insurance that a mortgage company can hold, IL?

My mortgage company is now seeking a pool of app 50%, for them to just "hold."

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answered on Mar 29, 2011

I know of no percentage. Basically, you are saying that they are requiring 6 months to be held in reserve. that amount is not unheard of. The nice thing is that you can always go elsewhere for a mortgage.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Illinois on
Q: Who bears risk of loss between merchants when goods are destroyed during shipment?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

The Uniform Commercial Code applies and the seller bares the risk.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Illinois on
Q: I rent a house nicor bill in their name they canceled service in dec. 2010. didn't move ,nicor billed me 874.00
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Please repost with a question

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Illinois on
Q: How do i file charges on a individual/business under the consumer fraud act?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

You can contact the Illinois Attorney Genberal's Office, Consumer Protection Division, or contact an attorney to draft the appropriate papers if you wish to sue in your own name for damages.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Illinois on
Q: I have $46,000 in my checking account. I have $3,000 in credit card debt. Do I need a bankruptcy lawyer?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

It does not sould like you would qualify for bankruptcy.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Illinois on
Q: Can I sue a business or the owner for ruining my perfect credit
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Depending on the circumstances, yes to either or both. This is an evolving area of the law. Damages usually have to be proved by an expert or by showing that your cost of credit went up or that you were denied credit.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Illinois on
Q: Would you do business with someone who served time for fraud?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Generally, no.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Indiana on
Q: I hired someone to put a roof on my house and they were working for a roofing company but they decided to do the work on

The side. He put on a rook and a flat roof and now my room with the flat roof is ruined because it leaked. The insurance adjustor said it was installed wrong. I spoke with the guy that put on roof and he said he would pay for the cost of the new flat roof that I had put on. I told him that he could... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Yes. I suggest that you obtain an affidavit from the insuranc adjustor or subpooena that person for trial. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Indiana on
Q: Is an invoice with no terms collectable
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Sure. The terms are in the contract.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Indiana on
Q: What is preliminary contracts ?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Please repost with more information concernign the circumstances. Thank you

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: Is a real estate agent responsible for making sure a buyer is aware of the requirements in a condo assn rules and regs?

And at what point in the purchasing process should this take place?

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answered on Mar 28, 2011

No. The buyer and/or a lawyer who represents the buyer at closing would be.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: Is a family member a resident if they pay no rent or doenst have a rental agreement by Illinois law?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

For governmental purposes, yes. such a voter registration, etc. Your lease terms may define residence differently for purposes of that agreement.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: In Illinois - is a mortgage valid if signed only by one spouse of a married couple at the time of the loan
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

Yes.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: At age 17 can a child move out from parents home without permission?
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answered on Mar 28, 2011

I do not practice law in South Carolina. However, in the two states that I do practice in, the child would have to petition the court for emancipation.

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