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I have twin sons who received dental fillings: one received 9 composite fillings, while the other received 9 mercury silver fillings. The latter twin developed MS, which was linked to the mercury fillings by a renowned neurotoxicologist's published research and extensive documentation.... View More 
answered on Apr 6, 2025
Statute of repose for what? TODAY, there is no restriction or guideline against amalgam fillings in Illinois so even if you could prove a nexus between the fillings and the MS (and I don't see how you can), you CANNOT hold the dentist responsible because using amalgam fillings is still... View More
I was involved in my first traffic offense where I was uninsured and caused property damage to a car. The damage involved was car property damage, and I have a clean record until now. I have been given a court date. Will I go to jail for this offense?
answered on Apr 4, 2025
Assuming the citation was issued in Illinois, almost certainly not. That is probably the case in Wisconsin but I do not practice in Wisconsin so I cannot tell you. That said, you must immediately make arrangements with the other driver or his insurance carrier to make payments on the debt or... View More
I underwent an invasive gynecological exam in October 2023. I agreed to the exam because the doctor told me it was the only way to get information about my issue. I was informed it might cause "discomfort," but it was excruciatingly painful, and I was crying and unable to speak. The... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2025
I'm sorry to hear of your trying experience. Unfortunately, doctors are often misinformed that they are unable to express their concern/sympathy for your situation without admitting liability. You have to understand that if the procedure that the doctor performed was an appropriate procedure... View More
I had a psychiatrist for six years, mainly consisting of talk therapy after discontinuing medications. He made inappropriate comments, such as asking about my experience as a woman with physical features and dismissing my experiences of abuse. He objectified me and commented on my attractiveness,... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2025
What you describe is your opinion that the psychiatrist conducted himself/herself inappropriately. You also say that you have consulted with his peers, butt you do not tell us their opinions. Another psychiatrist or clinical psychologist would be in the best position to advise you whether your... View More
I was sexually abused at a party in Illinois about 10 years ago. I reported the incident to the police last year, but they aren't pursuing the case, stating they have higher priority cases and there's insufficient evidence. I know the perpetrator and have a friend who gave her statement... View More
I bought a car on March 7, 2025, with the requirement to have full coverage insurance in order to drive it off the lot. The car salesman informed me that he would set up insurance for $401. I paid this amount via Cash App but did not receive a declarations page or any official documentation. On... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2025
First things first. Begin by contacting the dealer and requesting the name and contact information of the insurance company. In the future, avoid the situation by comparing various insurance carriers ahead of time and advising them of your intention to purchase this make and model vehicle so... View More
I would like to inquire if I have a case of misdiagnosis and surgical error. Initially, I went to urgent care due to pain, where a CT scan was done, and they discharged me saying they didn't find anything. Still in pain, I visited the ER the next day, and they decided to remove my gallbladder.... View More
I am located in Illinois. My neighbor's dog broke into my property and killed my two dogs inside my house after breaking through my back fence. I have documented evidence, including video footage and a police report. I've contacted animal control multiple times about this dog. I tried... View More
I was in a car accident and signed a law and injury form with State Farm. A couple of days later, State Farm totaled out my car. Given this situation, am I still able to sue?
answered on Mar 10, 2025
There is no such thing as a "Law and Injury Form," so it is difficult to answer. Your property damage claim is handled entirely separately from your personal injury claim. Before any insurance company will release any money to you for property damage or personal injury, you must... View More
My neighbor's Doberman came into my yard and bit my 10 lb Pomeranian on the neck, resulting in my dog's death. My dog was on a leash being held at the time. The incident cost me $800 plus additional expenses. The Sheriff came out, and I have a police report, but Animal Control did not... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
Unless you were on your neighbor's property, the Doberman was NOT under its owner's control when it attacked your dog, so your neighbor IS responsible. Animal control CANNOT choose not to respond to an animal attack. Go to animal control and demand that they prepare a report. Did the... View More
A year ago, my dad kicked me after we had a conversation about some jokes I made that got me in trouble. I felt bad about the situation, but I'm also concerned about the physical aspect of the incident. I want to understand my legal rights regarding this situation and explore what steps I can take.
answered on Feb 25, 2025
Are you a minor? If so call the DCFS hotline and make a report. You may may a police report no matter how old you are.
However, the main answer is to keep you separated and living in separate residences if there is violence.
Is that really what you want? Many questions need to be... View More
I am considering suing multiple hospitals for medical malpractice or negligence due to a failure to diagnose septic arthritis. From October to December, several doctors overlooked my blood test results and complaints. After visiting the fifth hospital, where I received an aspiration, the correct... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
By all means, consult medical malpractice attorneys. Much will depend upon your present physician's ability to testify as to the ADDITIONAL harm that you sustained as a result of your delayed diagnosis. If the delay in your diagnosis resulted in no additional harm ( beyond your continuing... View More
I received a covid inject on 09-26-2004, afterwards i began to fill pain and tingling in my right arm. After that i ended up in the emergency room twice. Then i was call in to the Joliet clinic and found out that my arm was infected and feverish. I was given antibiotics for it and sent home with... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2025
Technically, YES, but for all practical purposes, NO. Before you can sue, you must submit a Standard Form 95 to the VA, stating:
The negligence that occurred
The damages suffered
The amount of compensation sought
The evidence supporting your claim (medical records,... View More
I have been married to my husband since 02/27/2019. In about June of 2019 we had started using methamphetamine. Shortly after we started using together, he started getting physically violent. Mainly at first he would choke me out till I passed out. Like I would be standing up and he would come from... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2025
Ms. Powell is correct that it is technically possible. That said, litigation is terribly expensive (you will need to pay in advance) and you need to consider whether your husband would be able to pay. More importantly, money isn't going to keep you from being repeatedly injured by your... View More
was never told by my OB I had gestational diabetes during my pregnancy and that lead me to developed type two diabetes, (she did do the test for glucose, I was told to monitor my numbers because the results came out high but didn’t say anything that I had developed diabetes, throughout my whole... View More
answered on Nov 1, 2024
Sue for what? There is NOTHING that anyone can do to prevent GD. To sue under a theory of medical negligence/malpractice, you MUST be able to articulate how the provider breached the standard of care they owed you. GD is CAUSED by the placenta interfering with insulin absorption. It cannot be... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2024
Just to review, compensatory damages are usually the only damages awarded, in any action. Punitive damages are extremely rare and in Indiana courts, they are limited to $50,000 of which only A maximum of$12,500 is payableTo any Plaintiff. After attorney fees and costs, your recovery is capped at... View More
I was running and my shoe ripped open from the front and I sustained a hip and leg injury.
answered on Sep 23, 2024
An Illinois attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney, to answer your question about what you'd need, it would include being able to prove that the shoe was defective, either in its design, manufacture, or failure... View More
If a nurse is assaulted while on the job by a mental patient, how do you determine what a fair settlement would be?
answered on Aug 15, 2024
An Illinois attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry this happened. If the nurse you describe is yourself, I hope you are okay. It could depend on injuries, time lost from work, level and permanence of any disability incurred, and other factors. One... View More
I was involved in a car accident where I was coming down the wrong side turning lane and I took fault for that part but in doing so he wasn't supposed to be turning without one a turning signal then he came down a turning lane stating that he was jus trying to go on on coming traffic headed... View More
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
Illinois has a modified comparative fault rule, which means that someone who is partially at fault can still recover compensation from the other party's insurance as long as they were 50% or less at fault (the amount they recover would be reduced by the share of fault they carry, so if they... View More
It’s been 6 weeks since I heard from my adjuster , I needed surgery, I was out of work for 3 months & I have 6k in medical bills, the homeowner agreed that they didn’t take the adequate steps to ensure the driveway was safe, what’s taking them so long with my claim?
answered on Jul 15, 2024
An Illinois attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your accident and your frustration with the claims process. One option is to follow up with the claim representative to ask if they need further documentation or information to continue processing... View More
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