Suppose you are the parent receiving child support for your three children. The child support check fails to arrive one month, so you call your ex to ask about it.  “Sorry, I lost my job,” is the answer you receive. You can almost see the shoulder shrug through the phone. 
How will you continue to support your children without child support? What are your options? The sooner you speak to a knowledgeable Lombard, IL child support attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, the quicker the situation can reach a resolution that does not involve depriving your children of the…
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In 2023, ICE conducted 143,000 removals to more than 180 countries across the United States—almost twice the number of removals from the prior year. Another 63,000 noncitizens were removed when the Title 42 policy ended in May 2023. Illinois ranks sixth among states with the largest unauthorized immigrant population.
While numerous studies show that undocumented immigrants are not displacing U.S.-born workers and are essential to the success and continued viability of numerous industries, many undocumented immigrants will face removal proceedings at some point. Receiving a removal order can be a frightening, anxiety-inducing experience. However, many of those who receive removal…
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Few people enjoy going to the dentist, but good dental hygiene and prompt treatment of oral issues are necessary for your overall health. You have probably heard about medical malpractice, when a physician, hospital, or other healthcare provider harms patients through negligence. Did you know that dentists can also be held liable for their negligence?
What kinds of negligence can apply to dentistry, and what are common consequences? Can you get compensation? The knowledgeable lawyers from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices invite you to discuss your case with us during a free consultation.
What Is Medical Malpractice?
Doctors and…
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Although immigration issues can sometimes hinder those who are attempting to better their lives by obtaining a professional license, the state of Illinois has taken steps to stop that from happening. A new law recently signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker serves two purposes. First, undocumented immigrants may keep a professional license earned and issued in the state of Illinois. This is true regardless of immigration status. Second, reasonable accommodations must be made for applicants whose primary language is not English when those applicants take professional licensing exams in the state.
Under HB 5457, the Illinois Department of Financial and…
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Post-decree divorce modifications are relatively common as they relate to child custody and child support issues. Children’s needs change with time and the circumstances of the parents can change as well. These changes can require modifying a previous agreement. Marital settlement agreement modifications that pertain to the division of assets and spousal support are much less common and are only allowed under specific circumstances.
In addition to a divorce decree modification, it may also be necessary to enforce the marital settlement agreement when one spouse does not abide by it. Should you find yourself in need of a marital settlement…
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Since the late 19th century, escalators have made it easier for people to move between floors in office buildings, subway stations, airports, and shopping malls. Millions of people use escalators daily without mishaps, but escalator accidents do happen. When they do, serious injuries often occur.
Were you injured on an Illinois escalator? The skilled lawyers from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can investigate your accident, determine why it happened, and help you hold the at-fault parties accountable for your injuries. Call now for a free consultation.
Why Do Escalator Accidents Happen?
By design, the “steps” on escalators move continually. Whether…
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Many Americans enjoy a three-day weekend to celebrate Labor Day, taking the opportunity to end the summer months with fun activities. Unfortunately, holidays usually mean an increase in personal injury accidents.
At Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, we hope you have a safe holiday weekend. If you do sustain injuries, one of our skilled lawyers can help.
What Kinds of Accidents Are Common on Labor Day Weekend?
With so many activities in the Chicagoland area on Labor Day weekend, several kinds of accidents may happen that can produce injuries or fatalities, including:

• Boat accidents
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Motorcycle

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The one-year anniversary of the introduction of the Dignity Act (HR 3599) was this past May. Submitted by Representative Maria Salazar, the bipartisan bill remains what many believe is the only viable bill in Congress that addresses every aspect of our immigration system. The bill continues to gain support from both sides of the aisle. Should the Dignity Act pass in Congress and the Senate, it could change many of the immigration rules and laws currently in place.  
The information below can help you learn more about the Dignity Act and the expected consequences for immigrants should it pass. You…
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When you take two challenging life events, like pregnancy and divorce, and put them together, the situation can be overwhelming. Aside from not wanting to wait nine months to get divorced, there are many situations that make a divorce while pregnant necessary. Five states currently prevent pregnant wives from divorcing, including Arizona, Missouri, Arkansas, California, and Texas. In four of those five states, a couple may file for divorce while one partner is expecting a baby but must wait for the birth for the divorce to be finalized because of paternity, child custody, and child support issues.
Nine additional…
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An insurance claim is the first step in most personal injury cases. While you might think that the liable insurer will offer you a reasonable settlement amount that will cover all of your accident-related expenses and other eligible losses, the sad fact is that most do not. It often takes the assistance of a skilled personal injury attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices to get as much compensation as you deserve.
Insurance Companies Are Not Your Friends
When policyholders pay their insurance premiums, their insurer agrees to pay valid claims. Unfortunately, these companies do not like issuing payouts. When…
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Both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are legal documents that address what will happen to marital assets when a couple divorces—or even if one of them dies. While both agreements describe similar matters, there are notable differences between the two. Whether you want to have one of these agreements prepared or you are wondering how a current agreement will affect your upcoming divorce, it is time to speak to a knowledgeable Naperville, IL postnuptial agreement lawyer. When you have a strong, highly skilled divorce attorney as your advocate, you can rest easy, knowing your issue will be resolved with the best…
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Rules are usually there for a reason. While that might have been hard to understand when you were a child, as you grow up it becomes easier to see why certain rules have been made. A huge number of rules and regulations that drivers need to follow have been made to ensure road safety. While regular drivers are not legally required to take rest breaks during a long trip, it is easy enough to understand why truck drivers are. Trucks are much bigger and can cause much more damage to people and property in a collision, so their drivers have…
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