Every Wednesday we like to give five quick tips that answer common questions we get.
My boss screams, yells and is just mean. Can I sue for harassment? Unless it’s based on your age, race, religion, etc. in Illinois you can’t sue because someone is a jerk.
I have a conviction on my record for retail theft and marijuana possession. Can they be expunged? No, in Illinois if you have more than two convictions on your record you can’t expunge or seal any. Your only option is a pardon which is a long shot.
My ex owes me $5,000. Can I garnish their wages? You have to sue first. Until you get a judgment garnishing wages is not an option.
I work in Chicago, but got injured on business in California. Can I file an Illinois work injury case? Yes as long as you were hired in Illinois or you mainly work out of Illinois.
Is child support based on gross pay or net pay? Net pay. e.g. after taxes and other mandatory deductions.
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Tags: child support, expungement, work injury