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I had owned 49% of the company and he owned 51%. Originally it was believed that you had a better chance of getting contracts with the government if it was native owned or woman owned. I’m part native. So during COVID lockdown he forced me sign the loan telling me it was the law in order to... View More 
answered on Jul 31, 2020
Changing the business name has nothing to do with your rights in a divorce. You need to bring everything to the attention of the lawyer handling your divorce though.
and the other does not. How do I know which one is on file and approved by the court. Divorce was 5 years ago but now I'm looking at one version and my ex is looking at the other version. There are big differences between them.
answered on Jul 30, 2020
If one copy is stamped "Filed" by the appropriate Circuit Court Clerk, it's a pretty safe bet it's the one that is in force (unless there has been a modified one filed later). The unstamped copy is probably a rough draft copy exchanged between the attorneys when they were trying... View More
Because of the virus,we want to close our business after the personal guarantees go away. They go away in jan 2021...but our lease doesnt end until Jan 2023....can the land lord take us to court and demand we pay for the remainder of the lease? How lenient are the courts in these kinds of... View More
answered on Jul 29, 2020
I agree with Mr. Shipley's answer, though I would add you should hire an attorney if you're taken to court.
He is moving out of the state and has no established place to live yet. It is true that I would have to also find a smaller living arrangement eventually, but I have always been the one to take care of their finances, medical, and well being. Could he argue that I do not have a permanent living... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2020
If the dogs were purchased during the marriage they are considered marital property regardless of who paid for them. That means that if you and your spouse cannot agree on who gets the dogs, the court will decide.
I am trying to sell the house. I signed up, through my work, with a legal plan that pays for various legal services. They are saying that the house is in my father's name and so therefore it is not a covered service since the house is not in my name. But in the Declaration of Trust I am named... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2020
The house being in your name as trustee is not the same thing as the house being yours. Assuming the house has been deeded into the trust as indicated by Mr. Kottaras, above, what happens to the house is determined by the terms of the trust. You, as trustee, are duty bound to do what the trust says... View More
My soon to be ex filed for divorce on 2/2020. I filed my 2019 taxes married filing separately. She is insisting she is entitled to my complete 2019 tax return. I told her I would give her any information she needed, but she wants the entire return. I am not getting a refund and owe a lot of money.... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2020
If your question is whether you have to give her a copy of your tax return, the answer is this: If she asks the judge to order you to give her a copy of it, the judge will do so.
He has yet to be allowed to see child. Child and estranged spouse live In Indiana Son lives in Illinois.
answered on Jun 23, 2020
Your son (not you on his behalf) should speak to a lawyer as quickly as possible.
Do I have any right to the value of these after 30 years of marriage
answered on Jun 16, 2020
As a surviving spouse you are also likely to be entitled to the first $20,000 of your late husband's estate as a widow's award. Whatever you do, don't be bullied by his kids -- get a lawyer ASAP.
I am purchasing a house with my girlfriend. Both names will be on the deed but only my name is to be on the loan and at this point in time, she won't sign any other papers. Am I screwed if anything happens later and we break up?
answered on Jun 16, 2020
To put it gently, yes, you're screwed. Let me put it this way: This is such a bad idea that I'd refuse to do it for a client.
These hours are specifically not spread over the same scheduled "work-week" -- his bosses have been careful to schedule each work-week so that he never accrues more than 40 hours per pay period.
answered on Jun 9, 2020
No. Overtime is due after 40 hours of work in the same work week.
i work in illionis and i am aware of the One and seven days Act. i have been working everyday since may 4th.
with the exception of May 24 and May 25 (memorial day and we got the sunday before because the Union got those days off and there was no production for maintenance to cover) at... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2020
This is a tough question without more information than you provide. The One Day Rest in Seven Act does not apply to certain employees, including, "Employees needed in case of breakdown of machinery or equipment or other
emergency requiring the immediate services of experienced and... View More
My husband & I are divorcing and have agreed on terms as far as marital property division and maintenance. The attorney I hired, after reviewing the tax returns and agreement, has refused to represent me. He says that I am eligible for much more according to the law and that a judge wont... View More
answered on May 21, 2020
Don't lose sight of the fact that this is your one and only, never to be repeated, sole chance, to receive what you are entitled to. There is no do over. There is no opportunity to reconsider a year or two from now if you realize you were taken advantage of, what you received is simply not... View More
Hi, after being separated for a long time, my wife and I would like to divorce. We have no kids, no property, no pension, very little money in the bank, and have no claims against each other. We would like to file a joint divorce application. Can the same lawyer represent both of us? Thanks.
We have 50/50 custody, but were never married and she has primary physical custody. We all live in the same town. He's 14 and wants to live with me. Is he free to do so, or do I need to go to court first?
answered on May 1, 2020
You have to go to court first. Your child does not have a free choice of where he lives until he becomes an adult at 18.
She has been told repeatedly to not come to my house, call, send items in the mail or contact myself or my children under any circumstances. Again she is toxic and not welcome in my life, especially around our children. My husband is 100% in agreeance. However, she continues to send items in the... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2020
You need to go to court and get a "no contact - no stalking" order. Almost any general practice or family law lawyer can help you with this.
I have always had my son more ever since me and his mother separated which was when he was 1 now he is 5 and for the last year and a half we have both had him half and half because on Christmas of 2018 she tried to take him away and used her being the mother to keep him from me so she practically... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2020
Your best bet is to schedule an appointment with a lawyer who practices family law. Bring any paperwork (court orders and such) you have related to the situation and explain to the lawyer what's going on and what you want done. If you don't know how to find a good lawyer, talk to friends... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2020
No. The Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act refers to an employee who "resigns or is terminated" as being entitled to receive his or her earned vacation pay. It wouldn't hurt to ask your employer if they'll pay out your vacation pay however. An employer can do it if... View More
This is an entirely different position. I was told in December that they were looking for a place to "put" me. I had no choice in the matter or given any option, company focus was changing to some extent. Went from outside sales management, to working with inside global education... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2020
Kyle Anderson's answer is fundamentally correct for Illinois as well. There are certain circumstances under which you may be eligible for unemployment even if you quit, but based on the information you provide it seems unlikely. You may wish to schedule an appointment with a lawyer familiar... View More
My house is in awful condition. Its unfit and unsafe to live here. My parents wobt consent to my emancipation and may become violent. I have people that would let me live with them. I dont know what to do.
answered on Mar 14, 2020
It's not easy. To learn how it is done, go to this website: http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs.asp
On the window that opens, click on Chapter 750 FAMILIES.
On the next window that opens, click on 750 ILCS 30/ Emancipation of Minors Act.
Pay particular attention... View More
My father passed away in February. My sister obtained keys to his house and she is now refusing to provide me with a copy.
answered on Mar 13, 2020
You don't provide enough information for anyone to give you solid advice. Did your father have a will? If he did, who did he leave the house to? Has an estate been opened in your father's name? If so, who is the executor or administrator and what are they doing about this situation? If an... View More
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