Illinois Legal Issues Blog
3 facts about property valuation in divorce
When spouses divorce, they must decide how to split their property. Often, couples do not agree on the value of their belongings and depend on the courts to divide these assets. To determine equal share, courts require the valuation of all marital property. 1....
FAQ about parental responsibilities after divorce
Making custodial arrangements for a couples’ children is an integral part of divorce negotiations. Recent changes in Illinois’ Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act have redefined child custody. This updated law no longer uses the phrase “custody” of children. The...
Why posting on social media can hurt your personal injury lawsuit
Personal injury lawsuits are often savvy decisions. Sometimes, filing one is the only way to cover medical bills and recover lost wages. Even if it is obvious the defendant should pay, winning in court is never a guarantee. Certain activities can reduce the odds. For...
3 ways to pay for lifetime care after a serious brain injury
Some traumatic incidents such as brain injury may require ongoing care for the rest of your life. While medical bills are daunting, there are options at your disposal for pursuing financial compensation. If you experience serious physical trauma in Illinois, a...
Expenses and equitable division in high asset divorces
Divorces that involve more than a million dollars in assets are often referred to as high asset or high net worth divorces. Dismantling a high asset marriage is like dismantling a Fortune 500 company: It tends to be complex and expensive and can take a long time....
3 risks of signing a blanket medical authorization after a crash
When car accidents happen, they often leave drivers, passengers, pedestrians or others with serious and life-altering injuries. In fact, in 2019 alone, there were nearly 2 million injury-causing crashes on U.S. roadways. This number was the second-highest of the...
Tips for protecting your 401(k) in a divorce
When you navigate an Illinois divorce later in life, you may have different goals than you would if you split at a younger age. You may not have to work through child custody or child support issues. However, you may need to take extra time to consider your...
5 mistakes to avoid during your divorce
Divorce can be painful and confusing, and with emotions running high, it is easy to slip up. While understandable, a misstep on your part could have big implications for the outcome of your divorce. As you navigate this difficult process, here are five mistakes that...
3 things that you should know about marital property in Illinois
Getting a divorce does not necessarily require married couples to divide everything that they own right down the middle. The only property that couples need to divide when they get a divorce in Illinois is marital property. Property that people own separately...
Can you force your neighbor to trim that overgrown tree?
Even though you love your house all year long, it is at its most beautiful during the summer. When leaves grow on bushes and trees, your manicured property is one of the best in town. Regrettably, you cannot say the same thing about your neighbor's yard. An overgrown...