I am seeking your advice regarding a car accident I was involved in while driving my friend's rental car, which he had rented from Hertz. My friend did not purchase the rental insurance, assuming his Discover credit card would provide coverage. Since I do not own a car, I do not have any... View More

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answered on Nov 18, 2024

Unclear what your question is. Started out talking about insurance, then addressed whether you were at fault. The second question cannot be answered in an online forum. The first one, same

The weed, grass, etc is currently growing up my fence and can cause possible damage. I would like to connect the lot toy residential property because I currently need a backyard due to young children. I have photos and videos.

My mother’s vehicle has been in my possession for a few months after she passed away. After passing, I called the lienholder and informed them of what happened and asked what the next steps were. They informed me that they could not provide any information until someone (me) was legally named... View More

I'm wondering what downside there is to having a driving a conviction of No Valid Registration on my record?\

I can take a 4 hour traffic safety class to get supervision and avoid the record. Is there a realistic downside to just paying the fine and having that on my record? Worth... View More

on my fine i was charged for being arrested i was just asked to appear in court

then issued a 1400$ fine with 30 hours community service and sr22 for 3 years when i was told a few moths and no one is looking at the court briefings

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answered on Nov 16, 2024

There is no such thing as being charged with being arrested. Being arrested is a factual statement. In the broadest sense, if a cop detains you, it could be construed as an arrest.

In October 2024, we made a purchase of a vehicle for $4,500.00 from a private seller. Now that we are in November, we have put an additional $5,000.00 into the vehicle, but it has not yet been received. We have a signed and notarized bill of sale, along with all communications exchanged with the... View More

From my bank account. I got In touch with cash app over 15 times since her death. They will not return my money. How can I get My money back ? I’m the caregiver of her children as well that money could really help us.

I have been paying on this home for over 15 years and now she wants out. morgage taxs and insurance Can she sell it out from under me

Misdemeanor case

Right to Acquire contract, we singed it 09/16/24, however the contract states that "This Contract may be terminated prior to the termination date only by written agreement of the parties. If this termination date exceeds one year from the date of execution, Buyer shall have the right to... View More

Admin for his estate and does his estranged wife/separated for 14yrs receive anything?

In October 2024, we acquired a vehicle for the sum of $4,500.00. We possess a notarized bill of sale along with documentation of the discussions held between the seller and ourselves. As of November 2024, after an additional expenditure of $5,000.00, we have yet to receive the vehicle. The seller... View More

I own my home my dog got out and this is not the first time they came in no warrants

This isn’t the first time they entered with no warrant

So I got fired for failing a drug test at work for thc. They have a zero tolerance drug free workplace. My pre employment drug test i failed for thc and they still hired me. Is what they did illegal? Firing me even though they hired me, when they knew I failed?

Splash pad so noisy in spring/ summer can't open windows.

I'm mostly interested in my nieces and nephews inheritance. My brother's widow claims they are not in the will.

Cheryl Powell
answered on Nov 11, 2024

Call the courthouse in the county where your brother lived. Circuit Clerk's office, and ask if one has been filed. It should be filed within 30 days of death. Anyone can go there and get a copy. It is a matter of public record.

My daughter recently turned 18. I never signed the birth certificate. I make support payments non court ordered. She's currently still in school. Senior year. Parnenity was never established.

Cheryl Powell
answered on Nov 11, 2024

Illinois law requires that child support be paid until graduation from high school if she is already 18. So if you stop making payments, the mother could try to make you pay them based upon your pattern and practice of accepting responsibility for the child.

I’m 17, live in Illinois, and some months ago received a ticket and court date for driving with no insurance but the charge was dropped. I today received a speeding ticket for going 20 over and will be appearing in court for this as well in about a month. Will my license get revoked?

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answered on Nov 8, 2024

Neither suspended nor revoked if you properly described your driving record and the disposition of the first ticket. What you should do is request court to provision, so it does not get written up as a conviction. The reason this is important is if you have a conviction on this one, you have to... View More

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Where do I file the form? Is Social Security considered an asset?

Does Park Ridge have an Ethics Officer to review my filing?