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How Does Divorce Mediation Work?

How Does Divorce Mediation Work? Date: 06/09/2022 Author: Prime Law Group Are you considering getting a divorce? Well, it’s important to understand all of your options. Divorce mediation is one option that can help you and your spouse dissolve your marriage in a way that is amicable and cost-effective. In fact, the majority of mediated divorces result in better outcomes

Chemung Township Property Assessment Appeal Filing Deadline

2022 Chemung Township Property Assessment Appeal On June 7, 2022, Chemung Township published its 2022 Township Assessments. If you are a Chemung Township, McHenry County, Illinois property owner you have 30 days from the date of publication to file an appeal to your property assessment (property tax appeal). The final date to file an appeal is July 8, 2022. How

What are the Most Common Causes of Fatal Car Accidents?

What are the Most Common Causes of Fatal Car Accidents? Date: 06/07/2022 Author: Prime Law Group Cars may feel safer than ever, but they are not. Technological advances and upgrades have not stopped fatal car accidents from claiming the lives of around 1.3 million people every year. These crashes leave tens of millions more with horrific injuries and disabilities. The

What Are the Different Types of Business Forms in Illinois?

What are the Different Types of Business Forms in Illinois? Date: 06/02/22 Author: Prime Law Group In 2021, almost 199,000 new businesses started in Illinois. If you are considering starting a business in Illinois, you need to know a few things about the process first. It’s important to determine your business focus and structure before starting your business. There’s no

What Is a 22.1 Disclosure?

What Is a 22.1 Disclosure? Date: 05/31/2022 Author: Prime Law Group While most people put a lot of thought into where they want to live, they may not think about whether or not the building is up to code. No one enjoys having to go through paperwork, but in this case, it may save you in the long run. In

How Long Do You Have to Report an Accident in Illinois?

How Long do You Have to Report a Car Accident in Illinois? Date: 05/25/2022 Author: Prime Law Group Have you been in a recent accident and need to know more about reporting a car accident in Illinois and how long you have to report one? In general, you will want to report a car accident to the police or to

When Does an Inheritance Become Marital Property?

When Does an Inheritance Become Marital Property? Date: 05/24/2022 Author: Prime Law Group Did you know that 2.3 in every 1,000 people divorce? If you are going through a divorce, know that you are not alone and there is plenty of help. Understanding your rights with inheritance and marital property is a question we often face. If you are wondering

How Do I Acquire a Business License in Illinois?

How Do I Acquire a Business License in Illinois? Date: 05/20/22 Author: Prime Law Group Did you know that there are more than 1.2 million small businesses operating in the state of Illinois? This means that millions of others have acquired a business license in Illinois and understand just how complex the process can be. Sure, starting a business in

How Often You Need to Update Your Estate Planning Documents

How Often You Need to Update Your Estate Planning Documents Date: 05/18/22 Author: Prime Law Group Whether you’re parents to very young children or you have great-grandchildren, at some point, you’ll be leaving your estate to someone. According to SmartAsset.com, retired Americans expect to leave, on average, $177,000 to their heirs. That’s a lot of money that could go to

Why You Need to Hire a Workers Comp Lawyer in Illinois

Why You Need to Hire a Workers Comp Lawyer in Illinois Date: 05/17/2022 Author: Prime Law Group Every year more than 2.7 million nonfatal work injuries occur across America. If you are involved in one of these then you may have to take time off work, cover expensive medical bills, and process emotional trauma. Some injuries may also result in