Younger people can benefit from estate planning
Many younger people in the greater Chicago area might put off estate planning just because they do not think it is time to think about such matters. However, there are many reasons why a person might...
View ArticleWhat does it mean to liquidate one’s assets in bankruptcy?
There are different options for Illinois residents who wish to pursue personal bankruptcy. The two forms of bankruptcy that individuals may choose from are Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13...
View ArticleThe benefits of reaffirming a debt in a bankruptcy proceeding
When most people in Illinois decide to file a petition in bankruptcy, they expect the proceeding to discharge most, if not all, of their debts. Why, then, would a bankruptcy petitioner consider...
View ArticleDon’t fall victim to fraudulent misrepresentation
The construction industry, just like any other profession, relies heavily on contractual agreements to ensure that obligations are understood and adhered to in a timely fashion. But, as you probably...
View ArticleWhy is it important to have a business succession plan?
While you may be very proud of the small business you have curated and grown over the years this does not necessarily mean that your children will want to carry on the business after you retire or pass...
View ArticleKnow the positives and negatives of bankruptcy before filing
Overwhelming debt can accrue seemingly without warning. For people of all ages in Illinois, the past 15 months have proven that medical expenses, lost income, outright job loss and the inability to pay...
View ArticleThe tragic rise in distracted driving accidents
Car accidents are frequently in the news these days, with daily incidents of side swipes, wrong-way drivers and rear-end collisions. According to a recent report, the rate of traffic fatalities in the...
View ArticleKnowing your rights when hiring a contractor
Illinois residents who are looking to remodel or make repairs on their home must always be diligent about the contractors or repairmen they choose to use. When work occurs on the residence that is...
View ArticleBuying a home is exciting, but be sure to understand the contract
Over the last year or so the housing market in Illinois and across the country has been up and down. In more places than others, real estate values are skyrocketing. In some places, inventory is...
View ArticleThe overwhelming nature of medical debt for many Americans
Medical debt can be distressing and overwhelming. For that reason, patients suffering with medical debt should be familiar with personal bankruptcy protection that may be able to help them enjoy some...
View ArticleWhat are my responsibilities as the executor of a will?
An executor is often a family member or close friend of the deceased person. They are entrusted to ensure that the deceased’s wishes are carried out and that the will is adhered to. But this also means...
View ArticleThe benefits of reaffirming a debt in a bankruptcy proceeding
When most people in Illinois decide to file a petition in bankruptcy, they expect the proceeding to discharge most, if not all, of their debts. Why, then, would a bankruptcy petitioner consider...
View ArticleDon’t fall victim to fraudulent misrepresentation
The construction industry, just like any other profession, relies heavily on contractual agreements to ensure that obligations are understood and adhered to in a timely fashion. But, as you probably...
View ArticleWhy is it important to have a business succession plan?
While you may be very proud of the small business you have curated and grown over the years this does not necessarily mean that your children will want to carry on the business after you retire or pass...
View ArticleKnow the positives and negatives of bankruptcy before filing
Overwhelming debt can accrue seemingly without warning. For people of all ages in Illinois, the past 15 months have proven that medical expenses, lost income, outright job loss and the inability to pay...
View ArticleThe tragic rise in distracted driving accidents
Car accidents are frequently in the news these days, with daily incidents of side swipes, wrong-way drivers and rear-end collisions. According to a recent report, the rate of traffic fatalities in the...
View ArticleKnowing your rights when hiring a contractor
Illinois residents who are looking to remodel or make repairs on their home must always be diligent about the contractors or repairmen they choose to use. When work occurs on the residence that is...
View ArticleBuying a home is exciting, but be sure to understand the contract
Over the last year or so the housing market in Illinois and across the country has been up and down. In more places than others, real estate values are skyrocketing. In some places, inventory is...
View ArticleThe overwhelming nature of medical debt for many Americans
Medical debt can be distressing and overwhelming. For that reason, patients suffering with medical debt should be familiar with personal bankruptcy protection that may be able to help them enjoy some...
View ArticleWhat are my responsibilities as the executor of a will?
An executor is often a family member or close friend of the deceased person. They are entrusted to ensure that the deceased’s wishes are carried out and that the will is adhered to. But this also means...
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