Especially in today’s market, the family home is likely the most valuable item in your divorce. During divorce, you may be tempted to move out to avoid conflict, but, before you do, you should know how moving out can affect your Illinois divorce. Family home Your home...
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The impact of divorce on dads
The impact of divorce affects every family member in different ways. While the focus of marital dissolution is largely on women and children, the impact on fathers is sometimes unfairly downplayed. That can lead to a lack of sympathy and support, making a challenging...
Can I get sole pet custody?
A growing trend in our society today is the term “fur baby.” A fur baby is any animal, such as a dog, cat or other furry pet, whose owner gives the same love and attention as they would an actual baby or human child. They may buy the pet clothes, put them in strollers...
Understanding Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy
The cost of housing, groceries and essentials is rising every day and sometimes, despite their best efforts, people are unable to make ends meet. They may turn to credit cards or loans to bridge the gap. Although it is no fault of their own, if they are unable to make...
Estimating damages for a personal injury action
Much like an accident is an unforeseen event, the aftermath of an accident is also unpredictable. For many accident victims, this includes physical, emotional, mental and financial anguish. This can cause an already challenging time to be even more difficult. Thus, if...
If I file bankruptcy, will I lose my house?
If you are a homeowner in Illinois who is struggling with debt and considering filing for bankruptcy, you may be worried about losing your home and vehicle. Depending on your situation, you may be able to keep your property and get a fresh start. Two main types of...
How is child support calculated in Illinois?
If you are a parent who pays or receives child support, you may wonder how the amount of support is calculated. In this blog post, we will explore some fairly recent child support laws in Illinois, and how they affect your child support obligation or entitlement. The...
What are good qualities for a personal representative?
When people are creating a will in Illinois, there are many decisions they need to make. The main decision people need to make when creating a will is who will receive their property when they pass away. However, if people have young children, they will also need to...
What are the myths that fathers hear about Illinois divorce?
If you are a father who is going through a divorce or a custody dispute, you may have heard or read about "fathers' rights" and how they are often violated by family courts. You may have been told that you have little chance of getting a fair share of parenting time...
A growing number of people face overwhelming credit card debt
Credit cards are a common way for people to purchase items they need or want. Some may overextend themselves. In Illinois and across the United States, as credit card debt increases and money becomes tighter, there is growing concern as to how people will make ends...