As anyone who has used local contractors to build or renovate a house knows, sometimes getting quality work for a fair price can be a daunting process. A homeowner in Wabash County found another hurdle: the state Supreme Court. In a recent decision, the court held...
Month: December 2019
Overcoming the end of a marriage takes work
Making the decision to divorce is a major life-changing decision. You have to think carefully about how it is going to impact you now and into the future. One thing that you might not realize is that you will have to deal with various aspects of the decision even...
An overview of durable powers of attorney in Indiana
Estate planning refers to a series of decisions that a person is empowered to make under Indiana law prior to death. Many factors can affect a person's estate plan, including the amount and kind of assets owned by the person, the number of living children or children...
Modifying a divorce judgment in Illinois
Most residents of Illinois believe that the entry of a judgment ending their marriages is the final step in a very unpleasant process. In many cases, this belief is accurate, but its accuracy depends upon the wishes of the parties and not upon Illinois' family laws....
4 tips to help you negotiate child custody terms
Negotiating a child custody arrangement isn't an easy task for some parents. This is often the case when the divorce is contentious. Making it through this process is going to take effort on the part of both parents.One of the most important things to remember is that...
An overview of divorce law in Illinois
Many couples in the Chicago area are struggling with the decision about whether to end their marriage. The nature of the divorce process depends largely upon the attitudes of the parties. If they are able to communicate openly and honestly, they may be able to reach a...