Tag Archives: Illinois

What Is the Process Followed in a Step-Parent Adoption in Illinois?

Posted on May 20, 2019 by admin

Many people who get divorced often find love and happiness again in second marriages. A step-family, sometimes called a “blended” or “bonus” family, is a family in which at least one parent has children from a previous marriage or relationship. … Continue reading →

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Illinois Appellate Court Affirms Jury Verdict Ruling that Defendant Doctor’s Closing Argument Comments Did Not Cause Substantial Prejudice

Posted on May 19, 2019 by admin

After Ernestine Wilson’s 23-year-old son Brian Curry died from a saddle pulmonary embolism (a blood clot that blocked the large pulmonary artery straddling his lungs), she sued emergency room physician Dr. Eric Moon and Chicago’s St. Bernard Hospital. She claimed … Continue reading →

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The Role of Parenting Plans in Illinois Divorce Cases

Posted on May 17, 2019 by admin

Getting a divorce when you have children is much different than getting a divorce when you do not have children. Couples who divorce and have children often face a more complicated and stressful situation than couples who do not have … Continue reading →

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Can I Stay on My Spouse’s Illinois Health Insurance After Divorce?

Posted on May 15, 2019 by admin

Financial preparation prior to filing for divorce can substantially ease your stress during and after divorce. If you have been out of the workforce for some years, the idea of becoming self-supporting can be daunting. The three biggest expenses you … Continue reading →

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Illinois Nursing Home Complaints

Posted on May 10, 2019 by admin

Illinois nursing homes are frequent and continuing subjects of complaints. The State’s Department of Public Health maintains a 24 hour-a-day Nursing Home Hotline. It gets nearly 19,000 calls annually. Over the years, nursing homes have been responsible for neglect, abuse, … Continue reading →

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