I had a workers' compensation case that settled in 2017. I noticed a Medicare set aside rider, which my lawyer had me sign. The lawyer told me the information in the last paragraph was not what it said, but I later found out the net settlement amount was different and I received much less than what the rider stated. Is this legal, and can it be considered legal malpractice in Illinois?

February 12th, 2023

Should I file for disability before I retire on August 12th, or wait until after I retire? I am 59 years old, have permanent issues with my right leg, and have recently fractured my back, which has worsened my condition. I have been working since May 1st but will be retiring soon due to my health issues. I have a negligence claim against my insurance company and doctors for not treating me properly after my MRI in May.

February 24th, 2023

I am behind in my rent and recovering from major surgery. I need immediate help with back rent as I received a 3-day notice. What legal actions can I take to avoid eviction?

November 25th, 2024

I have a lien on my bank accounts and PayPal from a company I took a cash advance from. They didn't sue me but sent a lien notice via email, placed a lien on my receivables (wage, PayPal account), and attempted to charge my bank account with a fraudulent check. I am currently unemployed due to a car accident and have no income. What legal steps should I take to address this situation?

October 18th, 2024

What is the minimum number of people required for a class action lawsuit, and how can I sue a storage company for negligence after my unit was robbed, given that their insurance only covered a fraction of my losses and the location has had multiple incidents of theft?

August 9th, 2024