Do I need a new will?

I agree with my colleagues that you should consult an Illinois estate planning attorney to make sure your wishes are carried out. The AZ Will is...

My 83 yr old mom is in a health care fac & I want to get her home. There are many legal issues I need advice on.

If your mom is of sound mind and has testamentary capacity, she could execute a Power of Attorney for Property authorizing you to act and sign for...

Contractors nightmare

You should consult a construction law attorney. One thing you can do is send the electrician a "30 day demand" that requires him to file suit on...

What is the best way to protect my home (and other assets) from potential creditors and lawsuits?

In Illinois, tenancy by the entirety is in my opinion the best option for married couples for their primary residence. If you and your wife have...

If my father is getting older and we are going to sell his house to pay for assisted living care. Can items such as an old car

I concur with my colleagues but would add - 1) as per Mr. Early's note, VA requires their own accreditation for attorneys or others to represent a...

In addition to the previous answers, your name may still be showing up with the corporation's file with the Secretary of State. The simplest way...

Presuming it is an Illinois corporation, the Illinois Secretary of State's filing fee for Articles of Dissolution is a whopping $5. That approach...

What legal action I can take against the contractor to re-coop the money and hire a new contractor to complete the job?

You should meet with an attorney. Besides the breach of contract action, you may have a Consumer Fraud Act claim, either directly or via the Home...

Is it legal to write paid in full on a check

Ah yes, the "accord and satisfaction" rule. It is a valid rule (see the previous post) under IL law, but you need to meet with an attorney to go...

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Will I loose the right to sue if I go beyond my guarantee date of 11/12/11

I agree with the suggestion to document and use written correspondence. You should contact an attorney with experience in construction law now,...