When Illinois residents are facing major life decisions, they usually put in quite a bit of time thinking about the best path forward. Marriage and divorce definitely fall into this arena. Each is a major decision of course, but no one gets married thinking that the...
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Who is liable for dog-bite injuries?
Dogs can make very good pets and many Illinois dog owners often consider them part of the family. However, they are still animals and have animal instincts. Like humans, different dogs have different personalities and some are more aggressive than others. There are...
Here’s how trusts can help you in your estate planning
There are a lot of options when creating an estate plan. While that means that you have the flexibility to create the estate plan that’s right for you, your estate, and your heirs and beneficiaries, some people find the menu of options overwhelming. As a result, some...
TBIs and personal injuries
It may come as a surprise to our readers, but traumatic brain injuries and personal injuries go hand in hand. This is because TBIs can occur any time your head or body is jolted or impacted, which, essentially occurs in nearly all Will County personal injury...
Stopping harassment from debt collectors
If you are being harassed by debt collectors, you know it can be a nightmare. Fortunately, there are legal protections and options available to you. One of the most important laws protecting against creditor harassment is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, or...
International child custody
Child custody is one of the most contentious issues in many divorces. When one Illinois spouse has international connections, the child custody fight becomes even more contentious. Legal international child custody This is not to say that international child custody...
How can bankruptcy help me save my family’s home?
The threat of losing one’s home in foreclosure is one of the major reasons Will County families start thinking about bankruptcy. Getting behind in one’s house payments is stressful on a number of levels. The financial stress aside, foreclosure is a legal proceeding....
How do I know if my finances are too far gone?
When the creditor harassment starts, you know your bills are piling up. But, bankruptcy is probably not in the back of your mind yet. At some point, though, it will cross your mind, but at what point do you know if your finances are past the point of no return?...
Is your spouse a good choice of agent in your POA?
When you are planning your estate, you will likely choose someone to serve as agent in your power of attorney. The natural choice may seem to be your spouse. But there are some reasons why you may want to choose someone other than your spouse to serve as your agent...
Part 1: the basics of the bankruptcy process
While some people may think of bankruptcy as a four-letter word, the fact of the matter is that it can offer those drowning in debt a financial lifeline. Indeed, this was a fundamental goal of Congress when they passed the federal bankruptcy laws. The Supreme Court...