If you are a soon-to-be parent or have young children, an Illinois estate plan can ensure they receive the love and care they need if you die unexpectedly before they become adults. Even if you don’t have a significant amount in assets, the steps you take can...
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If your parents are getting older, then you might have a lot of concerns about their well-being and the state of their affairs. This oftentimes includes the lack of an estate plan. After all, most people put off estate planning until it’s too late, which can leave...
What constitutes creditor harassment in Illinois?
Hard financial times can fall on just about anyone in northern Kankakee. It could be a job loss in a tough economy, an extended hospital stay due to a serious illness, or an unexpected car repair that can push a person over their financial edge, especially if they are...
How is property divided in an Illinois divorce?
Dividing property in an Illinois divorce is often an emotional process. You may become attached to property that must then be distributed in the final divorce settlement. While mediation allows you and your spouse to divide property without the assistance of the...
The benefits of a reaffirmation agreement
Most residents of Will County consider bankruptcy a means of shedding debts they cannot pay. Rarely to these debtors look at the benefits of reaffirming one or more debts. Reaffirmation of a debt in a bankruptcy proceeding can, however, result in the debtor keeping...
Pet parenting plans
Family law is constantly changing to suit new customs and priorities. A prime example: the recent changes we have seen in the way that Illinois divorce courts treat pet ownership and care. Until recently, animals were little different than property. Now, the court may...
How can personal injury damages help car accident victims?
The importance of personal injury legal remedies for victims who have been injured in a car or truck accident should not be overlooked. Many car accident victims may find themselves home recovering from their injuries and unable to work following an unexpected car...
Your landlord’s responsibility for injuries
Slip and fall accidents can happen anyplace and at any time. If you are an apartment tenant or guest, your right to take legal action depends on where the accident occurred. In some cases, landlords may be held accountable in a personal injury lawsuit for accidents on...
Best estate planning moves for young adults
Estate planning is often considered the province of people in their fifties and beyond. In reality, the moves people make in their twenties and thirties are also critical. Smart actions can not only impact the quality of a person's retirement years, they can also...
Will I be awarded alimony in my Illinois divorce?
Not every divorce that passes through the Illinois courts will include an agreement or order for alimony. Alimony, also called spousal support, is money paid from one party to a divorce to the other to help the recipient party meet their financial needs. Since some...