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Illinois Courts Now Processing Evictions

COVID-19 led to a moratorium on evictions. However, that prohibition has now been lifted. If you have a tenant who has not paid or who is in default on a lease, contact Prime Law Group to schedule a consultation. Our experienced civil litigation attorneys will help you get control again. July 7, 2020

2020 Assessments for Richmond Township Are Out!

2020 Assessments for Richmond Township Are Out! Richmond Township property owners have 30 days from the date of publication to file an appeal to their property taxes. If you are a McHenry County property tax owner in Richmond Township and you are interested in appealing your 2020 Assessment, you may want to take a look at the 2020 McHenry County Guide

What Is the Telephone Consumer Protection Act?

What is the Telephone Consumer Protection Act? There are various laws in the United States that protect the rights of consumers. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) prohibits any type of company that uses an automatic dialing program to call you on your cell phone if you have asked them to stop or have never given them permission to do

What Is the Difference Between a Living Will and a Power of Attorney?

Differences Between a Living Will and a Power of Attorney? There are a number of different legal documents that fall under the practice area of “estate planning.” The general purpose of this area of law is to assist you in planning what you would like to happen to your properties, assets, and yourself upon the end of your life. Many

Why Is a Power of Attorney Important in Illinois Estate Planning

May 29, 2020 Thinking about the future can be intimidating, but it is important to consider how you want your wishes carried out in the event you become incapaciated or after you pass away. Under the Illinois Power of Attorney Act, a power of attorney (POA) is someone you (principal) designate (agent) to manage your financial affairs who also makes

Office Lobby Reopens June 1, 2020

May 27, 2020 Dear Valued Clients, We are pleased to announce that our office reception area in Woodstock, Illinois will reopen on June 1st, 2020 in response to entering Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan. While we share great optimism towards a return to normalcy, we stress caution and encourage the continued use of our virtual meetings and call-ins to conduct your

Just got hurt at work! What is my next step?

May 26, 2020 No one sets out to sustain an injury at work, but accidents and incidents happen. Every day, workers go to work and never return home the same. When dealing with a work injury, it may seem like a foreign language or process. You may not know exactly how the workers’ compensation claims process works, but this

Eagle Moves to Woodstock Illinois

May 11, 2020 The DMasso Sculpture Eagle moves to Woodstock Illinois. This eagle is made from heavy gauge steel and aluminum. Designed for outside/inside the steel will patina darker than the aluminum giving a lifetime of the color contrast seen in an adult bald eagle. Eagles can routinely be found in Northern Wisconsin area. The eagle taking flight can be found

What Should I Include in My Illinois Prenuptial Agreement?

What Should I Include in My Illinois Prenuptial Agreement? Over the past few decades, sentiments regarding prenuptial agreements have shifted significantly. Prenuptial agreements, commonly referred to as “prenups,” have changed from being solely reserved for the wealthy and famous to becoming a legal document that many soon-to-be-married couples consider before tying the knot. There are a number of reasons why

Second District Civil Decision Digest: March 31, 2020 thru April 20, 2020

Second District Civil Decision Digest Decisions dated March 31, 2020 – April 20, 2020 Andrew J. Mertzenich, esq. *The content, citations, and analysis provided are for informational use only and give a rough overview of decisions. In-depth and independent research should be made before citing a case. Cases are arranged by type, and then chronologically by decision date with the