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Suddenly losing a loved one is often a devastating experience. People who expected to spend a lifetime with a family member suddenly have that time cut short. Car crashes, violence and even unsafe property conditions can all lead to preventable, premature mortality....
When most people think of workers’ compensation claims, they often imagine injuries occurring as a result of jobs that are very obviously physically demanding, like construction or factory work. However, teachers, whose jobs are physically demanding in a less obvious...
Many people prioritize efficiency and affordability when they’re estate planning. However, they may have the wrong perspective which leaves them with inadequate protection. Estate planning is a crucial process for the benefit of not just the testator drafting...
People thinking about estate planning often act out of concern for their loved ones. They create a will so that they control who becomes their children's guardian if they die. They provide clear instructions for distributing their property to protect their closest...
Divorcing or separating parents in Illinois often struggle to know what steps they need to take as their family’s circumstances transition from one household to two. Some parents become very passive during a divorce or breakup. They love their children, but they...
People sometimes find the idea of taking legal action after a slip-and-fall incident relatively off-putting. They might believe that slip-and-falls are generally minor incidents that do not lead to serious injuries. However, that common misconception is actually quite...
Delaying estate planning is a very common mistake that otherwise responsible adults make. Some people don't plan at all, while others put together a will or a trust but fail to draft living documents. Yet, thinking about incapacity can be just as important as...
Is the “divorce bug,” somewhat like the flu, actually contagious? According to research, it might be. While the decision to divorce is always deeply personal, couples can be influenced by all kinds of things within their spheres of experience. As it turns out,...
Working in a hospital setting comes with its own unique set of hazards. Hospitals have a duty to provide a safe environment for their workers, but this isn’t always what happens. It is important for hospital workers to be aware of these hazards so that they can take...
The determination of fault for a motor vehicle collision is key to the protection of everyone involved. The person who caused the crash provides the insurance coverage that pays to repair other people's vehicles and for their health care needs following the collision....