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I was the victim of a felony assault in 2019. The case just came to an end today with the state successfully getting a guilty please. I will receive restitution for damages received (I have lasting damage to my vision in my left eye, restitution only covers vision therapy receipts up to last year,... View More 
answered on Sep 28, 2021
You most definitely may initiate a civil action for additional lasting damages against the convicted person based on your description. I believe you have requisites merits to initiate such suit for damages, however, the difficulty will lie in the following: even if you file and obtain a judgment... View More
I filed a pro se PI suit on 8-30-21 I have found supportive material, till which date I am allowed to file, summons are served and time given for defendends to appear or file
answered on Sep 15, 2021
The way this works is you need to ask a question. If you are looking for an attorney to represent you, we all give free consults but do NOT expect a discount because you filed. You may or may not have properly drafted the Complaint and you may or may not have named the correct Defendant. If you... View More
for injuries, then rehab., released and sent home March 1, 2021. no photos of faulty stair railing available, has been repaired, no acceptance of responsibility but visit while in rehab and phone calls from someone, asking that he sign a 'release'...has not to this day signed. Are their... View More
answered on Jul 26, 2021
It is necessary to know the nature of the faulty stair railing as well as the nature of the injury sustained and whether there are any deficits from the injury. It would be a premises case so you need to establish that the hospital knew or should have known of the defective banister. It is... View More
answered on May 4, 2021
The short answer is that a lawyer for the party who may claim some injury has sent you the form letter that generally kicks off such a case. I'm sure the letter asks you to report this incident to your insurer, which you don't have. Many lawyers in your situation will turn to their... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2021
This means that the defendant(s) has filed an appearance and a demand for jury trial. This filing would almost always be filed by the attorney(s) representing the defendant(s).
In regards to being paid by worker's comp.
answered on Jan 24, 2021
If you contracted Covid-19 as a front-line worker, you enjoy a rebuttable presumption that it was work-related. Once that is proven, it is the same as any other Workers' Compensation claim. In Illinois, an injured worker is not compensated for the first three days that they must be off work... View More
In general when the deadline for doing something falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday the deadline is extended to the first day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday.
In Illinois does this apply to the deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit? Thank you.
answered on Dec 28, 2020
An Illinois attorney could answer best, but you await a response for two weeks. As a GENERAL matter in MANY jurisdictions, the practice you describe is often followed. But each jurisdiction can apply its own rules, customs, or practices. Therefore, it would be best to reach out to a local attorney.... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2020
I can only speak for myself as a criminal defense lawyer. I guess the best answer is to ask the lawyer you're thinking about hiring why they became a lawyer. I would also ask the lawyer what professional associations they belong to and why.
I find that many of the best criminal... View More
Can I sue her homeowners insurance company I'm pretty sure I can I need to do something very quickly
answered on Oct 4, 2020
Two things come to mind. Were you working for an employer who carries workers' compensation insurance? Secondly, to your question on whether you can sue the homeowner for your injuries depends on what you believe was the cause of your knee injury. Was there something unsafe that the... View More
She cheated on me I confronted her and she got mad and got my face and we started fighting but while physically fighting her phone was in her pocket and got broke she wants to take me to court and I’m wondering what’s the worst could happen
answered on Sep 28, 2020
Well you are a juvenile, so they can put you on supervised probation and probably make you pay for the phone. Or, if you’re lucky they may just put you on a consent decree and not adjudicate you delinquent. Good luck!
My blood sugar levels are super high due to an ingredient I was not aware would mess with my blood sugar, especially since I was drinking a SUGAR FREE DRINK Mix. So more than 10 years of drinking more than a gallon a day in 32oz water bottles each uaing a packet for flavor now I have super high... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2020
An Illinois attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. There wasn't a question included in your post, but if you are wondering whether this situation gives rise to a legal cause of action, you would need to reach out to attorneys to discuss in greater detail. As you... View More
I am the one that got badly injured and car completely totaled.
answered on Sep 5, 2020
An Illinois attorney could best advise, but your question remains open for two weeks. The description here is somewhat brief, but the fact that your citation against you was dismissed is something in your favor. If the citation was for something administrative, it might not be significant. If the... View More
I was more than 1/2 through the intersection on my motorized bike. I was thrown 15 plus feet by a suburban. My ankle was shattered and my bike was ruined. As well as stolen. Loss of ability to work. Inability to put any weight on my leg for 12 weeks. The intersection itself was completely unmarked... View More
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answered on Aug 23, 2020
Hire a personal injury lawyer. The ticket is small fries.
answered on Aug 22, 2020
This is a complicated issue. If you don’t have an attorney, you should retain one as soon as possible. You can feel free to contact me if you’re not represented.
answered on Aug 26, 2020
An Illinois attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. This does not look like a personal injury matter. There's no guarantee that all posts are picked up, but you could try reposting and adding Child Support and Family Law (and any other related categories) -... View More
My child was in a cart and she did not have permission to touch my child. As many people as she sees all day and touching all the carts everyone touches I feel she put my child at risk for infection of covid-19 aren't there social distancing laws in place?!
answered on Aug 10, 2020
Maybe, but what would your damages be? Also, what affirmative defense might the greeter have? You are only providing half of the facts. Did your child grab an item that wasn't paid for? Was your child in danger and about to fall? It's not clear why the greeter touched your child.
We ate more than half the food in the bag. When I pulled out another burger to eat I noticed that there was a full blown glove wrapped with the burger.
answered on May 19, 2020
I understand how gross this must make you feel.
Can you sue? You can sue anyone for anything, but that doesn't mean you can win. I imagine you'll have a hard time finding a lawyer to bring a claim for this unless you can prove you were injured. Injury might be a long term... View More
Hurting my back and foot is swollen and bruised. Where should I go from here.
answered on Apr 13, 2020
If you are experiencing pain then you need to seek medical attention right away. An injured person should not allow the Co-vid 19 pandemic to result in untreated pain, or even worse, allowing a severe injury to become permanent or cause death out of fear of going to the doctor. The emergency rooms... View More
I’ve spoken with the other party’s insurance adjuster haven’t signed anything or given a recorded statement. Just given him a few pieces of my medical records pertaining to this injury. I am still have ongoing medical treatment. I have no attorney I’m handling this insurance claim all by... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2020
You generally send out demand letters once your treatment has been completed. That said, you are doing yourself an immense disservice by not having an attorney represent you, especially considering the severity of the injuries you described. You will never receive a fair offer unless you are... View More
I fell and broke my left wrist and have a plate and screws in it I had huby and Abraham’s and they won’t appeal the case I m a disabled women on disability and have limited income
answered on Mar 3, 2020
If you have a pending appeal, please do NOT lose time waiting for a response here. This is only a Q & A Board, not an attorney referral service. Start looking for attorneys on your own without further delay. An attorney will need time to review your file and determine if you have grounds for a... View More
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