Many people mistakenly believe that they do not need a will or that estate planning is unnecessary. Whether due to a younger age, few assets, or thinking, “There will be time for that later,” the lack of a will can have many consequences for your surviving family, especially if you have minor children.
Whether you need to create or update a will or estate plan, the skilled estate planning lawyers from Lucas Law can help.
What Does “Dying Intestate” Mean?
This legal term refers to someone dying without a will in place that designates beneficiaries, division of assets, and guardianship
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Can You Get Workers’ Comp With a Pre-Existing Condition?
Illinois employers are required to maintain workers’ compensation insurance policies that provide benefits to workers who are injured or become ill due to job-related duties. Employees can receive these benefits regardless of who is responsible. Benefits cover medical and rehabilitation expenses, a portion of lost wages, and other qualifying costs.
But what happens if a work injury worsens a pre-existing condition? Do you still qualify to get workers’ comp benefits? This situation adds significant complexity to your claim, but an experienced attorney from McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC can help.
What Are Pre-Existing Conditions?
Workers can have injuries or illnesses that
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What You Need To Know About Truck Accidents in Illinois
Americans depend on semi-trucks to transport goods throughout the country. The Chicago area sees a lot of truck traffic due to its status as a major freight hub. The traffic congestion often found in Chicagoland, combined with the large number of trucks in the region daily, makes truck accidents a clear risk.
Car accident claims are often complicated, but truck crash claims have additional layers of complexity. It may be difficult to obtain the compensation you deserve without the assistance of a competent lawyer from Newland & Newland, LLP.
Truck Accident Facts
A fully loaded tractor-trailer weighs up to
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Understanding 10 Legal Terms in Personal Injury Cases
If you are injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages through a personal injury claim. During your claims process, you will likely encounter several unfamiliar legal terms. Understanding what they mean and how they affect your case is vital. Your personal injury lawyer from Kaiser Law can explain these and other relevant terms and what they mean for your case.
Glossary of Terms Commonly Seen in Personal Injury Claims
Every accident is different with case-specific factors. These definitions are general, but they apply to most personal injury claims. When
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What Is the Exclusive Remedy Rule in Workers’ Comp Cases?
If you sustain a work-related injury or become ill due to your employment, you can receive workers’ compensation benefits that cover your medical expenses and part of your lost wages. You may also qualify for disability benefits, and eligible survivors of workers who lose their lives may be able to obtain survivor benefits. However, these cases have restrictions, notably the exclusive remedy rule.
Workers’ comp claims in Illinois can be complex. A knowledgeable workers’ compensation lawyer from Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC can help you overcome potential challenges to reach a successful resolution to your claim.
What Is the
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Does Mental Illness Mean Losing Your Kids in a Divorce?
Although divorce rarely happens under optimal circumstances, certain issues can make the divorce process considerably more difficult. Mental illness, which affects one in six U.S. adults, is one factor that can make divorce harder for everyone – not least the person struggling with the mental illness.
Parents with mental illness who have minor children may feel more threatened by divorce. Not only can the stress of divorce exacerbate mental health disorders, but the prospect of having a mental illness scrutinized in front of a court as parents make decisions about child custody can be very intimidating.
If you are
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Department of Justice Wants Increased Punishments for Crimes Involving Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Calls for Specific Guidelines Enhancements for Crimes Utilizing Artificial Intelligence
As we have previously covered, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) remains focused on the impact that Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) could/does have on criminal activities and continues to evolve its policies surrounding the new technology. In a recent report to the United States Sentencing Commission, an independent agency of the judiciary that develops the federal sentencing guidelines, the Criminal Division of the DOJ recommended that the guidelines be altered to include sentencing enhancements that would explicitly target those that use AI technology in the commission of their crimes. They argue
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Adams Co, IL – Bicyclist Injured in Hit-and-Run Accident on 603rd Ln
Adams County, IL (August 14, 2024) – A juvenile was struck by a motor vehicle while riding his bike on Tuesday, August 13, and police are seeking information from the public on the driver of the hit-and-run traffic accident.
At approximately 8:40 p.m., Adams County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to the intersection of East 603rd Lane at North 2050th Avenue for a traffic accident involving a bicyclist and a motor vehicle in traffic. Upon arriving at the scene, deputies located a male juvenile who had been riding a bicycle when he was struck by a vehicle traveling on 603rd Lane.
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Putting Pets in Your Will Is No Longer Just for Eccentric Billionaires
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Putting Pets in Your Will Is No Longer Just for Eccentric Billionaires
Including pets in estate planning, a practice once limited to the ultra-wealthy, is now a growing trend. While pet trusts, like the one created by Leona Helmsley, are still primarily for the rich, more common now is the pet directive. This section in a will allows pet owners to name guardians for their pets and allocate funds for their care.
Estate lawyers routinely ask clients about their pets during planning, as many people are concerned about their pets’ futures. Online estate planning services have
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Centralia, IL – Three Injured in Vehicle Collision on Walnut Hill Rd
Centralia, IL (August 14, 2024) – Illinois State Police troopers have released further details on a Sunday morning crash in the 2300 block of Walnut Hill Road southeast of Centralia that resulted in three injuries.
Preliminary information indicates that one of the drivers, an off-duty Centralia Police officer, was transported from the scene by Air Evac Medical Helicopter to a regional hospital with serious injuries. Two passengers were checked out at the scene for minor injuries.
However, the cause of the accident was unknown, and no further details have been issued at this time. Officers continued to investigate the crash and
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Law Firm Succession and Exit Strategy – Referring Out Work too Soon
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I am an estate planning attorney in Chicago. I am currently 72 and have been in practice and owned my own firm for 45 years. In the past I had an associate attorney in the firm and a couple of legal assistants. Currently I have one part time associate no assistants. I do all of my own paralegal and administrative work. My associate has no interest in taking over my practice. Therefore, I am considering options as what to do with my practice. I have wound down over the last few year by cutting back on my time and
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TRADEMARKS: DO I NEED TO PROTECT MY BUSINESS NAME?
TRADEMARKS: DO I NEED TO PROTECT MY BUSINESS NAME? When a new business is created, often one of the most fun parts is when the owner is deciding upon both their name, and their logo. This is an opportunity to Read More….
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Estate Planning For Personal Injury?
Why would a personal injury lawyer encourage you to get an estate plan done? What does an estate plan have to do with a personal injury case?
By the way, what exactly is an estate plan anyway?
Estate Planning—What is It?
Simply, it is what you want to happen when you die, and, in some instances, in the event that you become incapacitated.
Everyone understands the concept of a Last Will and Testament, commonly referred to as a will. In simple terms, your will makes official who gets your material and financial possessions when you die. Wills can be as
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AI And Maintaining Control of Your Data
Excessive Drooling In Infants
Excessive drooling in infants is a common concern for many parents and caregivers. This condition often emerges as a natural part of infancy, linked to teething, where increased saliva production helps soothe the discomfort associated with emerging teeth. Drooling can also signal other undergoing issues such as oral infections, gastrointestinal conditions like GERD, or developmental delays. Understanding the accompanying can help determine the drooling is a normal developmental phase or if it requires medical attention.
What Is Drooling?
Drooling is the unintentional release of saliva from the mouth, often resulting in wetness on
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Do Dads Still Get the Short End of Custody and Visitation?
Across the United States, fathers get about 35 percent of child custody time. That number is lower in Illinois, with fathers receiving only about 23.1 percent of child custody time. Decades ago, when many women were stay-at-home moms, mothers were more likely to receive physical custody of the children during a divorce. A legal rule known as the “tender years doctrine” said a newborn belonged with the mother for up to two years. In the 1970s, most states abolished the tender years doctrine in favor of the best interests of the child.
With many mothers working outside the home, judges
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