The prevailing opinion of a divorce is that the couple will be in dispute over every single issue and the case will take extensive time to complete. While that is true in some cases, not all divorces are so acrimonious. Many couples simply determine that their family...
Month: December 2018
4 tips for working through the end of your marriage
Your mental state and emotions are likely going to be all over the place when you go through a divorce. It is important for you to realize that this is normal so that you can find ways to move forward with your life.The end of a marriage is a big change for you. The...
What warrants family legal issues with failure to support?
When there is an order for a former spouse to pay spousal support, a parent to pay child support or both in Illinois, it is a legal obligation for the supporting spouse to make the payments on time and in full. When these payments are not made, there is the likelihood...
What are consumer rights with debt collector communication?
When an Illinois resident is in debt and falls behind on the payments, it is to be expected that the creditors will make contact to try and collect. This can be the most overwhelming and intimidating aspects of the entire situation. However, debtors should remember...
Bankruptcy can help put an end to creditor harassment
No one intends to go into debt and not pay it off. Most people acquire debt in small amounts over time, always with the intention of paying it off in the future. Other times, people experience a catastrophic event, such as a medical emergency or a car crash, that...
IRS proposal tempers concerns about estate tax implications
Illinois residents who have significant assets and are drafting estate planning documents will have various concerns about how their loved ones will be taxed should understand various strategies to protect their wealth. This is where wise and proactive estate planning...