Alimony and spousal support are two of the biggest issues in many Illinois divorces. To further complicate an often already complex situation, there are different types of alimony or spousal support, also sometimes called maintenance. Before you start running...
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Common causes of truck accidents in Illinois
Many people get nervous driving around trucks on Illinois roads and highways. Even confident drivers may become anxious when they find themselves nearing a large truck. This is understandable since in an accident between a car and a truck, the car’s occupants are the...
Tips for rebuilding after a successful bankruptcy
Personal bankruptcy is a real way to secure debt relief. If you successfully file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy petition, then you can secure more manageable debt payments and even rid yourself of overwhelming debt. That probably sounds good to you, but if...
How parental relocation impacts child custody and visitation
Child custody and visitation frequently lead to disputes. Once the divorce is complete and there is a custodial parent with the other parent granted visitation rights, it does not necessarily mean that the disagreements are at an end. Issues might still arise that...
Estate planning: your lifeline during financial hardships
Your family's legacy represents your hard work and aspirations. The fear of losing it due to financial woes can be overwhelming. However, through proactive estate planning, you can protect your legacy in the face of unexpected financial adversity. Bankruptcy types and...
Illinois bankruptcy exemptions
Many people fear that they will be left with nothing after they file for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 7 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Fortunately, this is not the case. Illinois provides several important exemptions to bankruptcy that can let you keep your most...
2 reasons why you need to keep your divorce off social media
Social media is a huge part of life. Through social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, X and others, we touch base with family and friends, meet new acquaintances and do business. But while social media might be a great platform for keeping in touch with the...
How to update your will
When circumstances change in your life, you should update your will. These include the birth/adoption of a new child/grandchild, divorce/marriage, new laws, purchase/sale of assets, a change of mind about a beneficiary and death in the family. This guide discusses how...
Allocation of parental responsibilities in Illinois
When going through a divorce with children in Illinois, you will file a petition for allocation of parental responsibilities. So, is this a new process for divorcing parents? No, this is what was formerly referred to as custody. This guide discusses it in depth: What...
What you need to know about settling your case
If you’re thinking about taking legal action after a serious car accident, then you might be anticipating your case going to a full-blown trial reminiscent of those seen on television. Your case might come to that, but the chances aren’t as high as you think since...