Posted on December 12, 2024 in Immigration

The enrollment period for those who utilize the Affordable Care Act for their healthcare will close within the next month. While many issues related to immigration are now up in the air, on May 3, 2024, new regulations extended eligibility for the ACA Marketplace coverage to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients.

This was accomplished by changing the rules relating to who is lawfully present in the United States to include DACA recipients. This allows them to enroll under the ACA between now and January 15, 2025. Unfortunately, a number of states are challenging the decision to allow DACA recipients to sign up for ACA Marketplace healthcare coverage. If you have questions about your DACA status or other immigration issues, speaking to a Lombard, IL, immigration attorney can be advantageous.

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 Posted on December 11, 2024 in Personal Injury

While it may be the season of joy and love, every year, more than 18,000 people visit emergency rooms because of accidents related to  Christmas decorations. While many of these accidents occur in homes, as people put up their annual Christmas decorations, others occur in public places. For example, more than 277 children are injured each year while visiting Santa in a mall or retail store. These injuries are from falling off Santa’s lap and tripping over decorations in the area.

Many parents and grandparents experience slip-and-fall injuries from Christmas decorations and extension cords stretched across walkways while taking children to see Santa or shopping for Christmas presents. Stores tend to be less cautious during the holidays, often taking shortcuts when decorating that puts the public at risk.   

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 Posted on December 10, 2024 in Family Law

Most divorces are negotiated between the spouse’s attorneys, while some divorces utilize alternative dispute resolution like mediation and collaborative divorce. An older study found that about 86 percent of collaborative divorces resulted in full agreement on every issue by both spouses. The remaining 14 percent usually had at least a partial agreement on some issues.

While it is unclear what today’s agreement rates are when collaborative divorce is implemented, many couples have questions regarding what happens when this type of alternative dispute resolution is unsuccessful. If your collaborative divorce negotiations have come to a standstill, it is time to consult an experienced Bloomingdale, IL divorce lawyer from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices.  

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 Posted on November 25, 2024 in Immigration

When immigrants arrive in a large city, they are often asked what would help them most. Their answers are usually the same—work. Immigration requirements are often an impediment that leads to the conclusion that the state of Illinois needs to come up with some unique solutions. Since August 2022, some 40,000 immigrants have arrived in the city of Chicago. Almost 10,000 seekers of asylum remain in shelters operated by the city.

Without a work permit, these people are unable to legally work. Without work, they are forced to rely on government assistance just to keep a roof over their heads and food in their bellies. Most are desperate for resources, and some even begin panhandling because they are out of options. Others work for low, "under the table" cash wages. Immigration advocates urge state lawmakers to consider solutions, although federal immigration law governs work permits.

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 Posted on November 25, 2024 in Family Law

Perhaps you think you and your wife are simply going through a rough patch. It happens, right? Your wife appears to have emotionally withdrawn from you, and no matter what you say or do, you are unable to reach her. Unfortunately, many husbands who also thought they just needed to weather this phase of their marriage are blindsided with divorce papers.

A wife who seems increasingly distant and does not respond to her husband in any way until she suddenly files for divorce is a phenomenon often referred to as "walkaway wife syndrome." This syndrome is more common than you might think. Women are responsible for initiating as many as two-thirds of all divorces in the United States. While the reasons vary, some are tied to this very issue.  

This "walk away" movement seems to be spiking these statistics as women become loath to remain in a relationship in which they do not feel valued. If your wife is absolutely set on divorce, there are things you should know about walkaway wife syndrome. Having a Bloomingdale, IL divorce lawyer from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can help you understand how to deal with a spouse who seems to wish you would disappear.

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 Posted on November 25, 2024 in Personal Injury

In early October, a truck driver caused a four-vehicle crash on IL Route 59. The truck driver later died at Northwestern Medicine, Central DuPage Hospital. Witnesses said the semi-tractor trailer was traveling south when it veered to the left, striking a vehicle. The semi then rolled, striking a commercial vehicle and a passenger car. Lane closures were necessary to remove collision debris from the road and begin a crash investigation.

The drivers of the other three vehicles suffered injuries, although none were life-threatening. What happens when a semi-truck driver is responsible for a multi-car accident? It can be difficult enough to be involved in a truck accident between the truck and one vehicle. Trucking companies tend to "circle the wagons" immediately to prevent injured parties from getting the settlement they need and deserve.

Trucking companies and their insurers rarely consider the best interests of truck accident victims. When a semi-truck is involved in a multi-car accident caused by the truck driver’s negligence, it is extremely important that all those involved have an experienced Lombard, IL trucking accident attorney to ensure their rights are protected and that they receive a fair settlement for their damages.

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 Posted on November 12, 2024 in Personal Injury

A young woman was recently killed from injuries resulting from a Naperville traffic collision. Law enforcement and fire crews responded to the auto accident at the Hobson Road and South Naper Blvd intersection. The woman was making a left turn from southbound Naper Blvd. when she was struck by a Ford Bronco heading Northbound.

The car driven by the deceased woman became partially submerged in a nearby pond after being hit. The driver was taken to a nearby hospital and later died from her injuries. Crash investigators and reconstruction specialists continue investigating the incident. There were 1,876 car collisions in Naperville in 2021, with six of those crashes resulting in fatalities. Rear-end accidents comprised 695 of those accidents, usually the result of inattention.

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 Posted on November 12, 2024 in Immigration

Every time the United States votes for a new administration, changes to immigration are almost inevitable. This can be unsettling for immigrants not in the country legally and those waiting on a decision regarding legal status.

When an administration is talking about deportation, it can be frightening, and it can leave individuals unsure of what they should do to protect themselves and their families. When there is talk of invoking the Alien Enemies Act or using the National Guard to "round up" undocumented immigrants, it is hard to see through the political noise and make wise decisions.

What is almost a certainty is that drastic reductions to the undocumented population will lead to logistical hurdles and legal battles, not to mention some level of chaos in communities across the country. If you are an undocumented immigrant, it could be a positive step to speak to a knowledgeable Naperville, IL immigration attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices.

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 Posted on November 12, 2024 in Family Law

While every divorce outcome is unique in some way - and while divorce outcomes for women have improved - women still tend to lose more during a divorce than men. About a quarter of women will fall into poverty after divorce. Health insurance will be lost for about 25 percent of women at least for several months following the divorce.

A staggering 75 percent of divorced mothers who are receiving child support do not receive the full amount ordered by the court, and 33 percent of those who have children and own a home will face foreclosure proceedings. The financial burden is greatest during the first year after divorce. Many women will struggle simply to pay for shelter, food, and other necessities and could end up on public assistance.   

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 Posted on October 30, 2024 in Immigration

The United States is home to about one-fifth of the world’s immigrants, who come from virtually every country in the world. Immigration laws can be complex and difficult to decipher for many families who want nothing more than to be in the U.S. legally. Unfortunately, the fate of immigrants often hinges on the administration in the White House at any given time.

Although what a candidate promises to do during his or her administration may or may not happen, it can be frightening to hear talk about deportation or the Alien Enemies Act. If you or a loved one is uncertain about an immigration issue or status, it can be helpful to speak to an experienced Bloomingdale, IL immigration attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices.

What Is the 1798 Alien Enemies Act?

The 1798 Alien Enemies Act was passed to prepare for the anticipated war with France. The Act tightened restrictions on Americans who were not born in the United States while also limiting any speech that was critical of the United States government. The government of the U.S. feared that non-citizens, or "aliens," might be sympathizers with the French. Because of this fear, four laws were passed, known collectively as the Alien and Sedition Acts. These laws did the following:

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