Illinois Legal Guides (235 found)

Written by David Leibowitz
Don’t ignore demands or legal papers you get from a mortgage lender or its attorney. You may have substantial rights, but only if you defend yourself.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Joel Armstrong Schoenmeyer
Illinois law requires anyone in possession of an original Will of a deceased person to file it with the clerk of the appropriate court. What's the procedure for doing that? This how-to guide covers Cook County, but many of its points are applicable to other Illinois counties as well.
18 of 24 users found this helpful. Posted in Probate about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Cook County, IL

Written by Jeremy J. Richey
Illinois has three different levels of misdemeanor offenses. These levels are identified by the first three letters of the alphabet: A, B, and C.
11 of 15 users found this helpful. Posted in Criminal Defense about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Patricia Lee Mcclintock Gifford
The statistics on abuse and neglect in nursing homes today are astounding. The NY Times recently reported that 94% of all nursing homes nationwide have been cited for regulatory violations. If someone you know has been the victim of nursing home neglect, consider the following:
Posted in Nursing Home Abuse - Neglect about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by David C. Feinartz
After a work accident it is so very important to be consistent with the history you give to each medical provider. One of hardest obstacles to overcome in workers comp is a vague or no history of accident with the initial medical provider. Be consistent and truthful. The Truth is easy to remember.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Workers Compensation about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Kevin Lee Linder
A brief review of how courts determine custody and visitation in Illinois
3 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Custody 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Raiford D. Palmer
This Guide describes quick but vital steps needed to protect your finances in divorce.
8 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Peter LaSorsa
The EEOC recently issued new guidelines on religious discrimination.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Sexual Harassment about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Peter LaSorsa
Attorney Peter LaSorsa discusses the IDHR client interview process in Illinois.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Sexual Harassment about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Peter LaSorsa
Attorney Peter LaSorsa discusses the Illinois Department of Human Rights fact finding conference.
Posted in Sexual Harassment about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Peter LaSorsa
Chicago sexual harassment attorney Peter LaSorsa discusses why you should keep a journal if you are being sexually harassed in Illinois.
Posted in Sexual Harassment about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Peter LaSorsa
Illinois Sexual Harassment Attorney Peter LaSorsa discusses the law in Illinois regarding disparate treatment verses disparate impact.
0 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Sexual Harassment about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Steven H. Fagan
A police officer in your face after you've had any alcohol and been stopped while driving is scary. With all that fear getting in the way, you need to know how to react ahead of time. Proper application of your constitutional rights can protect you like nothing else, and here's how it's done.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Steven H. Fagan
Illinois' DUI Suspension law is complex, and motorists and attorneys alike need to be aware of the issues involved with challenging the suspension, and where possible, obtaining a permit to drive.
Posted in DUI / DWI about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Christopher R. Minelli
This Legal Guide will explain the major steps that must be completed to organize and registered a charitable organization in Illinois. It is not intended as a complete dissertation on the subject, but rather a broad overview to get the process started and make it less mysterious.
Posted 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Avvo Staff
Many legal resources are available for free or at low cost. This guide covers those resources of most interest to Illinois consumers looking for urgent legal guidance.
3 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by E. Angelo Spyratos
Follow these steps to protect your legal rights and keep yourself safe when involved in a motor vehicle collision.
Posted in Car / Auto Accident 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Arieh Mordechai Flemenbaum
Too often when a person or their accountant forms a new corporate entity, some of the legal issues are ignored - particularly the need for a independent, unaffiliated registered agent.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Business 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Donald John Ramsell
This guide, written by top Illinois DUI Attorney Donald Ramsell, discusses the new Illinois DUI laws effective January 1, 2009. The article covers the new hardship license in drunk driving cases called monitoring device driving permits (MDDPs).
Posted in DUI / DWI 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Ian Robert Alexander
A practical guide to the steps you need to take to protect yourself if you have been injured in a car accident in Illinois.
Posted in Car / Auto Accident 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois