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Explaining Collaborative Divorce

Date: 04/04/22 Author: Attorney Jean Butler Explaining Collaborative Divorce Divorce can be a grueling situation which is both emotionally and financially taxing for those involved. Most often, the topic of divorce is met with negative connotations. Likewise, no person willingly or happily goes through the divorce process. Above all, divorce is something most want to avoid due to the hardships involved

Dealing with IDOT – 7 Tips that May Help

Date: 03/31/22 Author: Prime Law Group Dealing with IDOT – 7 Tips that May Help Feel Like your Going Round and Round with IDOT? Below are 7 tips when dealing with IDOT in eminent domain issues. Eminent domain can be defined as the right of the government to take private land for public use. However, there are certain requirements IDOT (Illinois

When is the Probate Process Needed?

When is the Probate Process Needed? Date: 03/25/22 Author: Attorney Andrew Mertzenich What is Probate? The probate process in Illinois is a court-supervised legal procedure that occurs after someone passes away. Furthermore, the main purpose of the probate process is to assure that a deceased individuals wished are upheld. The individual in charge of a deceased person’s probate case (known as

Types of Workers’ Compensation Claims in Illinois

Types of Workers’ Compensation Claims in Illinois Date: 03/24/22 Author: Attorney Nicole O’Connor Workers’ Compensation To begin, workers’ compensation falls under personal injury and relates to an individual becoming injured at work. To clarify, workers’ compensation is a set of benefits allotted to workers which are injured at their place of employment. Illinois requires employers to have workers’ compensation insurance. However,

How Old do Children Need to be to Stay Home Alone?

Date: 03/17/22 Author: Attorney Jean Butler How Old do Children Need to be to Stay Home Alone? Unlike many states, Illinois has a law in place which states a child must be at least 14 years of age to stay home alone. However, Illinois state Rep. Sue Scherer has introduced an amendment to the law that if passed, would eliminate the

What is a 1031 Exchange?

Date: 03/16/22 Author: Attorney Andrew J. Mertzenich McHenry County Real Estate Lawyers Winnebago County Real Estate Lawyers What is a 1031 Exchange? How to Avoid Capital Gains Taxes: First, a 1031 exchange is the nickname given to discuss section 1031 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Services Tax Code. In short, a 1031 exchange states, if a person exchanges one investment

Popular Mortgage Loan Types in Illinois

Date: 03/08/22 Author: Attorney Andrew J. Mertzenich McHenry County Real Estate Lawyers Winnebago County Real Estate Lawyers Popular Mortgage Loan Types in Illinois First and foremost, there are numerous types of mortgages to select from when buying a home. However, the many different mortgage types, possess their own specifications. Therefore, taking the time to understand mortgage types and the rates

How to Choose the Right Family Law Attorney

Date: 03/01/22 Author: Attorney Jean Butler How to Choose the Right Family Law Attorney To begin, Family Law is a very complex legal topic which covers many different things. Whether it be assisting in adoptions, child support, divorce, or mediation, Family Law attorneys help confusing circumstances make sense. At times, individuals may have trouble sorting out the specifics involved in their

How to Contest a Will in Winnebago County

Date: 02/18/22 Author: Attorney Andrew J. Mertzenich McHenry County Estate Planning Lawyers Winnebago County Estate Planning Lawyers How to Contest a Will in Winnebago County First, a will is a legal document involved in an estate plan which determines what happens with someone’s assets once they pass away. At times, the people involved in a will may be displeased with

5 Tips for First Time Home Buyers

Date: 02/16/22 Author: Attorney Andrew J. Mertzenich McHenry County Real Estate Lawyers Winnebago County Real Estate Lawyers 5 Tips for First Time Home Buyers There are many important decisions people are faced to make throughout their lifetimes. That being said, it may be argued no decision is bigger than deciding to buy a home. Navigating through the ins and outs