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You may have grounds to sue the thief for towing costs and other related expenses. In Illinois, you can file a claim for damages in small claims court if the amount is under $10,000. Provide evidence of your expenses and the theft. You can file your small claims case at the Winnebago County Courthouse. In small claims court, parties typically represent themselves, and free legal counsel is not generally provided. However, you may seek advice from a legal aid organization.Full Conversation
Rockford Illinois
Hi ****, how can I assist you with your legal issue today? What specific legal assistance are you seeking in Rockford, Illinois?
My car was stolen by and interviewee at work, and police found it very shortly after, but the guy stole the key. Would I be able to sue the thief for towing costs, or otherwise recoup my money?
****, you may have grounds to sue the thief for the towing costs and other related expenses. In Illinois:
- You can file a claim for damages in small claims court if the amount is under $*,*.
- Provide evidence of your expenses and the theft.
Would you like information on the nearest small claims court?
Winnebago County Courthouse
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * West State Street, Rockford, IL *
Website: www.winnebagocountycourts.comDo you have any other questions about the process?
Yes. I live in Genoa, *, but the incident happened in Rockford
Winnebago County Courthouse
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * West State Street, Rockford, IL *
Website: www.winnebagocountycourts.com****, you can file your small claims case at the Winnebago County Courthouse.
Would you like guidance on the steps to file a small claims case?
If I were to file a small claims case, would I get legal counsel for free?
In small claims court, parties typically represent themselves, and free legal counsel is not generally provided. However, you may seek advice from a legal aid organization.
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