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 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 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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 Posted on October 29,2024 in Family Law

Domestic violence can have a significant impact on divorce issues, including the allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time. Since Illinois is a no-fault state, this can be one small benefit for those who have suffered domestic violence during their marriages. This umbrella term covers virtually any reason for a divorce, saving domestic violence victims from having to speak about domestic violence in court – in front of their abusers.

Domestic violence can occur between married couples, dating couples, couples who were once married or dating, parents, stepparents, children, siblings, stepsiblings, individuals who have a child or children together, and individuals who are sharing a home or once shared a home. Divorce would only include married couples, while parenting time issues could include unmarried parents as well.

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 Posted on October 29,2024 in Personal Injury

Every personal injury claim must be able to prove the theory of negligence in order to qualify for recovery of damages. This can often become an arduous task on many levels. One of the primary tenets of negligence is that the defendant had a duty to act in a "reasonable" manner. The reasonable person standard is a legal concept used to determine whether a hypothetical person faced with similar circumstances as the defendant would have acted the same or differently.

The negligence duty of care standard is a given in many circumstances, although in some cases, it must be definitively shown. Certain professionals, including healthcare professionals, may be held to a higher standard of care under specific circumstances for medical malpractice. As it relates to auto accidents, all drivers have a duty of care to follow traffic laws and rules to ensure the safety of others.

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 Posted on October 14,2024 in Personal Injury

Google Public Sector has partnered with the Illinois State Police (ISP) to make it one of the first law enforcement agencies to provide "move-over" crash notifications in Google Maps and Waze. This technology aims to reduce the number of auto collisions caused by drivers who fail to see flashing emergency lights or a disabled driver and do not move out of the way. The technology offers a real-time, GPS-based alert that informs drivers of ISP traffic activity in their area and urges them to move over and slow down.

Drivers are alerted to crashes, traffic stops, motorist assists, and even debris in the roadway. These alerts, along with a police officer’s GPS coordinates, are fed to Google Cloud, where they are "transformed" and sent to Waze. As a driver approaches the GPS location, he or she will receive a police officer, crash, or disabled vehicle icon on the map screen.

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 Posted on October 14,2024 in Family Law

Child support collected and retained by DHFS between January 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024 will be passed on to the family, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Pritzker. This makes Illinois the first state in the nation to ensure that families receive 100 percent of the child support they should receive. Single mothers and struggling families in the state need every dollar to survive and care for their children.  

Child support payments collected going forward will be sent to the parent the month after being collected and will not adversely affect a parent’s eligibility for TANF benefits. If you are uncertain about these changes or have questions regarding any aspect of child support or other family law matters, a Bloomingdale, IL family law attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can help.

Is the Amount of Child Support Altered When One Parent Receives Government Assistance?

Parents who are in the middle of determining the allocation of parental responsibilities and child support may wonder whether receiving government benefits will change the amount of child support. Child support in Illinois is calculated by taking the combined adjusted net income of both parents and then assigning support costs to each parent according to his or her contribution to the combined income, with some allowed deductions.    

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 Posted on October 14,2024 in Immigration

The U.S. Department of State began accepting online applications for the 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery on Wednesday, October 2, at 12:00 p.m. The window for applications is very short, only lasting until November 5 at 12:00 p.m. (EST). This program will make 55,000 green cards available to foreign citizens, particularly from countries that do not typically send large numbers of immigrants to the U.S. Since there could be website delays as a result of high demand, the sooner you apply for the green card lottery, the better.  If you could benefit from experienced legal assistance for this application or another immigration issue, a Bloomingdale, IL immigration attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can help.

What Is the Green Card Lottery and Who is Eligible?

The Diversity Visa Program is also known as the Green Card Lottery. Under this program, a limited number of immigrant visas are available each year. The eligibility requirements include:

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 Posted on September 26,2024 in Family Law

Suppose you are the parent receiving child support for your three children. The child support check fails to arrive one month, so you call your ex to ask about it.  "Sorry, I lost my job," is the answer you receive. You can almost see the shoulder shrug through the phone. 

How will you continue to support your children without child support? What are your options? The sooner you speak to a knowledgeable Lombard, IL child support attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, the quicker the situation can reach a resolution that does not involve depriving your children of the basic necessities.  

Is a Job Loss Reason Enough to Stop Paying Child Support?

The legitimate loss of a job is never a good thing, but some parents who think they are paying too much child support may become unemployed on purpose. Whatever the reason for unemployment, the paying parent should be aware that his or her obligation to pay child support does not end when a job ends. The court still expects the paying parent to continue making regular monthly child support payments until he or she can get a court hearing after requesting a modification of child support.

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