Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Illinois

I am the defendant in a arbitration case if the court finds in favor of the plaintiff and i do not have the money that was awarded to them can plaintiff put a lien on my house or garnish my wages??

This is in relation to me the defendant hiring the plaintiff for roof and siding repairs to my house that were not done properly and partial job not finished.

The case is going to arbitration in MAY but the last time we had court it was a status hearing and judge said both parties were no in compliance with RULE 222...I realize rule 222 is providing all my evidence and witness info but who do i give it to the court? or do i mail to plaintiff?

Also there is no form on website for rule 222 in the 22nd judicial court mchenry county, illinois

Thanks mike


Asked on 3/30/10, 9:35 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Burton Padove Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove

A judgment has to be entered before a lien can be placed on your home or your wages garnished. You provide a copy of Rule 222 disclosures to the other side. Depending on local rule, you may also have to file it with the court. Since Supreme Court Rule 222 is a statewide rule, you should be able to modify a form that one of the other courts provide. Good luck.

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Answered on 4/04/10, 5:53 pm


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