Illinois' divorce laws consider pets as family members; soon-to-be ex-spouses need to decide who takes them to a new home. If divorcing couples cannot agree on who their animals will live with, however, a family court judge may make that decision for them by...
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How does workers’ comp provide vocational rehabilitation?
The severity of a workplace injury can vary. Sometimes treatment and a recovery period are enough to help someone return to work. But you might wonder what could happen if your injury is severe enough that you cannot go back to your old job. This is where vocational...
How do medical professionals diagnose a spinal cord injury?
Because of another driver's negligence, you sustained injuries in a motor vehicle accident recently. Do you know the full extent of the harm you suffered? Mayo Clinic describes how medical professionals in Illinois diagnose spinal cord injuries. To get the...
Understanding Illinois’ ignition interlock device requirements
Illinois has some of the strictest drunk driving laws in the nation, and it is one of many states that require you to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle after a first offense for driving under the influence. You must follow certain guidelines once...
Are prenuptial agreements only for the wealthy?
Communication is an essential part of a good marriage. While the conversation about a prenuptial agreement is not the most romantic one you'll ever have, making important financial decisions together can bring you closer. Whether you live happily ever after or not, a...
What kind of workers’ compensation benefits will you receive?
After you incur an injury on the job, you may receive workers' compensation benefits while you recover. There are different kinds of benefits and the kind you receive usually depends on your situation. According to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission,...
What are some types of negligence?
When you suffer an injury and believe it happened due to someone's carelessness, it is often difficult to prove unless there were any witnesses or the other party takes responsibility. Attorney at Law Magazine reports that there are several different kinds of...
What is nesting and is it right for our family?
If you have recently gone through a divorce with children, it is likely that you and your ex-spouse will hold your children in joint custody. Figuring out the new rhythm of life after a divorce is difficult, even if you and your ex-spouse are on reasonably good terms....
Does the state control workers’ compensation?
Workers’ compensation is a confusing process because it involves many parties. You make a claim when you suffer a work injury to your employer. The employer’s insurance will pay your claim. However, the state has oversight. So, in some aspects, the state does control...
Illinois’ work zones see between 4,500 and 5,500 crashes annually
Illinois work zones are often a pain when drivers have somewhere to be. However, they are also dangerous to navigate, requiring the full attention of everyone traveling through them. Road construction creates certain hazards of its own. Yet, when other motorists drive...