Breach of Contract
Be Careful What You Write In Emails.
Be careful what you write in emails – your opponent might read them someday.
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Accidents / Personal Injury
Another Unfortunate School Bus Accident.
This morning, a school bus carrying 35 children was knocked on its side in a collision in Lake County near the Wisconsin border. According to Chicago Breaking News, The accident happened around 8:15 a.m. in […]
Accidents / Personal Injury
Suing Drunk Drivers in Illinois.
Drunk drivers in Illinois often face not only criminal prosecution (brought by the government) but also civil litigation (brought by the victim’s family). Typically, anyone harmed by a drunk driver, such as a pedestrian, motorist […]
Breach of Contract
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Plaintiff’s Attempt to Avoid Federal Court in Class Action.
In Standard Fire Insurance v. Knowles, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a plaintiff in a proposed class action cannot avoid federal jurisdiction by promising to seek less than $5 million in damages.
Business / Civil Litigation
Police Officer Retaliation Suit Against Village of Orland Hills Can Proceed, Rules 7th Circuit.
Former Orland Park police officer David Kristofek will be allowed to proceed with his civil rights retaliation lawsuit against the Village of Orland Hills and Police Chief Thomas Scully, according to a ruling on March 11, […]
Accidents / Personal Injury
Lawsuit in DuPage or Cook County Court? Experience Matters.
If you have been sued in a civil or business lawsuit in DuPage County, our experienced attorneys can guide you through the court and litigation process. Our attorneys have the trial experience necessary to effectively […]
Accidents / Personal Injury
How Much Does Litigation Cost?
Clients often ask the following question: “What costs and expenses am I going to incur to pursue this case (either as a plaintiff or a defendant) in addition to the attorneys’ fees and paralegal fees […]
Business / Civil Litigation
Attorneys’ Fees in Probate Cases – New Illinois State Bar Association Ethics Opinion.
The Illinois State Bar Association (“ISBA”) has issued an advisory opinion that attorneys representing clients in probate cases cannot ethically collect fees in excess of the amount determined to be reasonable by the court.
Business / Civil Litigation
Proving Defamation in Illinois – An Overview.
Not every negative statement about another person is considered defamatory in Illinois. Under Illinois law, to prove a claim for defamation, a person needs evidence to show that: The defendant made a false statement about […]
Accidents / Personal Injury
Attention Dare Devils: New Motorcycle Laws In Illinois.
For all you motorcycle riders out there – there are new laws in Illinois that may apply to you!