A divorce often marks the beginning of a personal reinvention, but not everyone feels the need to make sweeping changes. When it comes to your last name, it may be challenging to decide whether or not to change it. 
For some, reclaiming a maiden name feels empowering. For others, keeping a married name provides continuity for professional identity or their children’s sake. Knowing your rights and the process involved can help you decide what is best for your future. A knowledgeable DuPage County family law attorney can walk you through your options and ensure that your decisions are legally sound.
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Car crashes can happen at any time of the year. However, accidents are usually more numerous in June, July, and August. From summer vacations and road construction projects to an increased number of distracted and drunk drivers and more teens on the roads, there is a higher risk of accidents, injuries, and fatalities during the summer.
If you were hurt or lost a loved one in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation by filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim. However, collecting as much as you deserve can be challenging. Our skilled DuPage County, IL…
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Going through a divorce is never easy. After dealing with immense emotional turmoil, many people are ready to move on from this draining situation. As emotions settle and routines change, many people find themselves wondering if it is too soon to step back into the dating world. 
The desire to move on is natural—but is it wise, or even legally permitted, to start dating before your divorce is finalized? Your actions during this time can have unintended consequences on your case, so it is essential to work with a Bloomingdale divorce attorney who can help you navigate this sensitive transition.
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Venezuelans in Chicago under the TPS program now face deportation after the Supreme Court upheld the revocation of the TPS program by the administration. This could potentially affect hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans who have been living in the United States for years under Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
This status allows immigrants to live and work in the U.S. with no threat of deportation, although it does not provide a pathway to citizenship or permanent residency. A lower court blocked Homeland Security’s attempt to terminate the TPS program for Venezuelans in February, but the Supreme Court lifted the lower court’s…
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When most people are asleep, thousands of commercial trucks are barreling down dark highways, carrying freight across the nation. While night trucking keeps store shelves stocked and deliveries on schedule, it also has many risks hidden in plain sight. Dim lighting, long periods of isolation, and the body’s natural urge to sleep create a perfect storm for danger. 
Fatigue-related deaths and catastrophic crashes are all too common when drivers push past their limits. If you have been hurt in a collision because a truck driver ignored safety laws or drove while severely tired, a DuPage County truck accident lawyer can…
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The U.S. Department of Justice recently filed a lawsuit against the state of Illinois, claiming that a state law interferes with federal immigration authority. Illinois state law requires E-Verify employers to provide employees with advance notice of Form I-9 inspections and other obligations that federal law does not require. Since a similar California law was recently upheld, the employee notice requirements in Illinois could potentially survive the DOJ challenge.  
The Department of Justice alleges in its lawsuit (United States v. State of Illinois, 1:25-cv-0481) that SB 508 in Illinois – the new E-Verify amendment – encroaches on the authority of…
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A divorce decree is typically the final chapter in a difficult story. But what happens when a major twist comes years later? Maybe a hidden asset surfaces, or a former spouse fails to follow through on the agreement. In Illinois, divorce judgments are designed to bring closure, but they are not always set in stone. Under certain legal conditions, the court can revisit and even reopen a divorce case long after it has been finalized. If you are dealing with unexpected complications after your divorce, a Naperville family law attorney can help you explore your options based on your circumstances.
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A Lyons, IL family is feeling the effects of the new administration’s immigration changes. Five days in, on January 26, armed federal agents detained a 47-year-old undocumented Mexican immigrant who has lived in the United States for almost 30 years. The man has no criminal record, only a removal order from 2004 after he visited his father in Mexico and returned to his home and life in the U.S. without applying for asylum or citizenship.
The man’s attorney calls this a “collateral arrest” since ICE was not specifically looking for him but rather encountered him during an immigration raid.
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When Illinois weather takes a turn for the worse, the roads can quickly become dangerous. Snow, ice, rain, and fog often lead to serious car accidents that can leave both drivers and passengers with severe injuries.
If you have been in an accident caused by inclement weather, you are likely to have several questions. Does the weather play a role in determining who is at fault? Can a driver be held responsible for an accident if they were navigating through adverse conditions?
To understand how bad weather affects car crash claims, a Lombard motor vehicle accident lawyer can help you…
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Breakups are rarely easy, especially when children are involved. If your ex has started seeing someone new, whether you and your ex were previously married or not, you might be worried about who your child is spending time with during visitation (known as “parenting time” in Illinois).
Such worries are normal and understandable. However, unless there is a serious risk to your child’s safety, Illinois law does not allow a parent to deny court-ordered visitation simply because of a new relationship. Contact our DuPage County, IL child custody lawyers to learn more.
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A little over a week ago, Illinois residents woke to headlines that said, “Waves of Illinois’ International University Students Lose Their Visas.” Like many immigration issues in these uncertain times, nothing is absolute. Yesterday’s headlines stated, “ICE Reversing Termination of Legal Status of International Students.” The University of Illinois ranks sixth nationally in the size of its international student body, at more than 15,000. Statewide, Illinois is home to more than 55,000 international students.
Over the past few weeks, international students across the United States have experienced abrupt visa cancellations after federal officials claimed they “broke the rules.” Despite those…
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Most rear-end collisions happen when one driver is not paying close enough attention or is following too closely behind another vehicle. Because these crashes often happen at lower speeds, many people assume the consequences are usually minor. However, a rear-end car accident can be deadly under certain circumstances.
If someone you love has died after being hit from behind by another vehicle, you may have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit. An Illinois personal injury attorney can help you understand your legal rights and pursue compensation for your family’s loss.
How Can a Rear-End Collision Cause Death?
While many rear-end…
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When a marriage ends, the bills do not magically disappear. One day, you are juggling shared bills as a team, and the next, you are wondering if you still have to pay for your spouse’s credit cards, car payments, or mortgage. Do you keep paying? Can you stop? What if your name is still on the loan? 
These questions do not just keep people up at night—they can shape your financial future. The law offers some answers, but navigating this part of divorce requires more than guesswork. A DuPage County family law attorney can help you take the right steps…
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