Posted in on Tuesday, August 8th, 2017
Every divorce is different. While some couples end up in hotly contested divorce proceedings where they communicate primarily through their attorneys, other spouses part ways on more amicable terms. In either case, it is important to use caution in resolving issues pertaining to money, property, debts, and children, as these have the potential to impact your life dramatically, both now and in the future. The following are three important issues anyone contemplating divorce should discuss with an experienced divorce attorney. Marital Property Division Under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution...
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Posted in on Tuesday, July 25th, 2017
For many people, the thought of talking about wills and estate planning is something they would rather put off. While confronting your own mortality may seem grim, it can provide you the assurance of knowing the people you care about are provided for in the event anything happens to you. Regardless of your earnings, the amount in your bank account, or whether you own property, the following are four estate planning tasks everyone should complete, and the sooner you do it, the better. Create a will. A will is...
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Posted in on Tuesday, July 11th, 2017
Injuries due to slips, trips, and falls are among the common type of personal injuries. While commonly referred to as ‘accidents’, the fact is that these injuries are often the result of the reckless and negligent actions of property owners, management, and staff. The following provides important information on how slip and fall injuries commonly occur, and how you can hold responsible parties accountable for the damages you suffer. Common Causes of Slip and Fall Injuries According to research from the National Safety Council (NSC), slip and fall accidents...
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Posted in on Tuesday, June 27th, 2017
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accident and injuries in Illinois and throughout the country. Even something as simple as eating fast food, reaching for items in your car, or checking your appearance in the rearview mirror is enough to divert your attention from the road in front of you, putting you, your passengers, and other motorists at risk. The Impact Of Distracted Driving Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that as many as nine people are killed as the result of...
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Posted in on Tuesday, January 31st, 2017
Get Help From A Wilmington Injury Lawyer Soft tissue injuries are those that affect the muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments, and they are among the most common type of personal injury. They can occur as the result of car, motorcycle, or bicycling accidents, or due to slips, falls, or being struck by or against objects. While symptoms may not be immediately apparent, the long-term impacts can threaten your health and financial security, and could result in permanent disabilities. The following provides important information about soft tissue injuries, and the types...
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