An Illinois Summons is a legal document issued by a court in the state of Illinois. It is used to notify an individual that a lawsuit has been filed against them and that they must appear in court to answer the complaint. There are several types of Illinois Summons, including: • Summons for Personal Injury or Property Damage: This type of summons is issued when an individual files a claim for damages caused by another person’s negligence or breach of contract. • Summons for Civil Case: This summons is issued to notify the defendant that they are being sued for a civil matter. This includes matters such as breach of contract, debt collection, or other civil disputes. • Summons for Landlord-Tenant Disputes: This type of summons is issued to notify a tenant that they are being sued by their landlord for unpaid rent or breach of lease agreement. • Summons for Family Law: This type of summons is issued to notify a party to a family law matter, such as a divorce or paternity suit. • Summons for Criminal Case: This type of summons is issued to notify a defendant that they have been charged with a criminal offense and must appear in court to answer the charges.