Glen Carbon Law Blog
What are the reasons for gray divorce?
You may have heard the term "gray divorce" a lot in the news lately and wondered what it meant. "Gray divorce" is simply a term used to describe married couples who split up after age 50. You have probably heard about it more often because, according to Financial...
Child custody determinations in Illinois
If you are facing a divorce and you have children, you likely have significant custody concerns. Illinois courts will make a parenting time determination when parents cannot agree with one another. Before your court date, learn more about how child custody works in...
What is a mechanics lien?
Mechanics liens allow contractors to perform their work with some security. These rights serve as a guarantee that you would get paid for work you do on somebody else's land or building. You would already have a contract that outlines all of the terms of your...
Can I request a change in child support?
Child support is the obligation of a parent to provide financially for his or her children when the children live the majority of the time with the other parent. The parent who does not pay support is responsible for the other costs of raising the children that child...
How can construction defects cause water damage?
When Illinois residents think of problems with construction, what comes to mind first? For many, this may include issues with laying foundation. It may involve siding or shingles. But people may not consider water damage. Today we will look at the negative impact...
Common reasons for establishing a power of attorney
Many individuals in Illinois choose to have a power of attorney as part of their estate planning. This document can detail provisions and limitations for when and how a third party can make decisions for an individual. There are many reasons for establishing an agent...
What are important business real estate lease considerations?
Signing a lease for a business property can be exciting because it often signals the next step in opening a small business. However, you should never sign a lease before you read it and understand it. There are many things an owner may include in a lease that does not...
Finding a construction defect within the statute of repose
Perhaps when you bought your new home, you were careful about obtaining all information about possible construction defects. At the time, there did not appear to be issues. Now your home is less than five years old and subsurface problems are developing. You have...
#MeToo misconduct expands to deep-pocketed defendant groups
When faced with a class-action lawsuit, few companies expect it to be related to sexual misconduct in the workplace. Yet, this is becoming a more common occurrence. Instead of targeting the specific people they hold liable for sexual misconduct, many people are now...
Choosing whether or not to keep the house in a divorce
Divorcing spouses who own a home together must figure out what they will do with their house during their divorce. Many homes are sold during divorces and any resulting proceeds from the sale may be split between the spouses. Some people may not want to sell their...
