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Illinois Questions & Answers
Q: Do you have to pay child support once the kid turns 18? There was never a child support order.
Noelle C. Cislo's answer
The Illinois statute provides that a child is entitled to support until they either turn 18 years old or graduate from high school, which ever occur later, but in no event, beyond their 19th birthday. However, there are different statutes surrounding the requirement to pay support if a child is disabled. I would suggest contacting an attorney directly for any additional information.
The Illinois statute provides that a child is entitled to support until they either turn 18 years old or graduate from high school, which ever occur later, but in no event, beyond their 19th birthday. However, there are different statutes surrounding the requirement to pay support if a child is disabled. I would suggest contacting an attorney directly for any additional information.
Q: Hello, received a ticket in Dupage county. First ever. Have a question on court supervision. Will this impact insurance?
Juan Ooink's answer
Court Supervision is not a conviction and insurance companies cannot not see Court Supervisions.
Court Supervision is not a conviction and insurance companies cannot not see Court Supervisions.
Q: I am non custodial parent and my daughter is 15 and wants to spend more time with me hwr mother is controlling says no
James G. Ahlberg's answer
If you're getting all the parenting time your court order allows your only option is to seek a change in the court order.
If you're not getting all the parenting time your court order allows your only practical option is to enforce the court order by asking the court to hold the child's mother in indirect civil contempt of court.
If you're getting all the parenting time your court order allows your only option is to seek a change in the court order.
If you're not getting all the parenting time your court order allows your only practical option is to enforce the court order by asking the court to hold the child's mother in indirect civil contempt of court.
Q: Mother of my daughter plans to leave the state. I don't want my daughter to leave. I pay child support, if that helps.
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James G. Ahlberg's answer
You have two options.
1. Hire a lawyer and go to court to establish paternity, support and parenting time. Doing so means she must either get your permission to move the child out of state or she must get a court order allowing her to do so.
2. Do nothing and let her go.
That's it. Two options.
You have two options.
1. Hire a lawyer and go to court to establish paternity, support and parenting time. Doing so means she must either get your permission to move the child out of state or she must get a court order allowing her to do so.
2. Do nothing and let her go.
That's it. Two options.
Q: Can I switch J1 to J2 after J1 waiver is approved?
Carl Shusterman's answer
It depends. Is your wife subject to the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends. Is your wife subject to the two-year home residency requirement?
Q: What is the Illinois statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death claim?
Peter Munsing's answer
I believe it's two years. You should contact a member of the Ill. Trial Lawyers Assn who handles death cases in the county where the deceased lived. They give free consultations.
I believe it's two years. You should contact a member of the Ill. Trial Lawyers Assn who handles death cases in the county where the deceased lived. They give free consultations.
Q: Father passed away and his will and beneficiary information were not in line with his wishes
Ray Choudhry's answer
The will and the life insurance are two separate matters.
No financial planner can tell a client who to list as beneficiaries on life insurance policies.
The will and the life insurance are two separate matters.
No financial planner can tell a client who to list as beneficiaries on life insurance policies.
Q: I've been renting a duplex for 3 years. I asked about return deposit and landlord gave me a laundry list of repairs
Steve McCann's answer
Assuming the duplex was in Chicago and is subject to the RLTO, you may have a few different options. That said, it is an extremely technical analysis, and I highly recommend you consult with an attorney individually prior to discussing this matter with your landlord any further.
Many of us offer free consultations, and will at the very least advise as to your options moving forward after reviewing some of the facts that are unique to your situation. As such, organize all information...
Assuming the duplex was in Chicago and is subject to the RLTO, you may have a few different options. That said, it is an extremely technical analysis, and I highly recommend you consult with an attorney individually prior to discussing this matter with your landlord any further.
Many of us offer free consultations, and will at the very least advise as to your options moving forward after reviewing some of the facts that are unique to your situation. As such, organize all information...
Q: Currently renting to own my home will I be able to keep it if I file for bankruptcy
Timothy Denison's answer
Depends on many factors such as income, Chapter, equity in home, etc. contact an experienced bankruptcy attorney who can analyze your specific information and determine the answer to your question.
Depends on many factors such as income, Chapter, equity in home, etc. contact an experienced bankruptcy attorney who can analyze your specific information and determine the answer to your question.
Q: In Illinois, is a contract (marriage) void or voidable if it violates an injunction/court order?
J. Richard Kulerski Esq.'s answer
Please be specific. How can a marriage possibly violate a court order?
Please be specific. How can a marriage possibly violate a court order?
Q: Can we request USCIS for start date when converting H1 to H4(apply COS in advance)?
Carl Shusterman's answer
An H-1B extension of stay petition, an H-4 extension of stay application, and an application for employment authorization?
Yes. You may file your Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization together with your Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status and the Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker filed on behalf of your H-1B spouse. For extensions of nonimmigrant status, the Form I-129 for your H-1B spouse can be filed no more than six months before the...
An H-1B extension of stay petition, an H-4 extension of stay application, and an application for employment authorization?
Yes. You may file your Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization together with your Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status and the Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker filed on behalf of your H-1B spouse. For extensions of nonimmigrant status, the Form I-129 for your H-1B spouse can be filed no more than six months before the...
Q: Is jail time mandatory for a domestic battery offense?
Juan Ooink's answer
It depends on the charge. You should hire an attorney right away and discuss this matter with that attorney.
It depends on the charge. You should hire an attorney right away and discuss this matter with that attorney.
Q: At a restaurant where there was an altercation between a group of friends and security guard giving a parking ticket
Juan Ooink's answer
Your friend needs to sit down with a Civil Attorney to find out if there is something here and they should do so right away.
Your friend needs to sit down with a Civil Attorney to find out if there is something here and they should do so right away.
Q: A car rear-ended me at a stoplight and I, in turn, hit the car in front of me. The person in the front-most car got
Barry Zlotowicz's answer
They theoretically could but doesnt sound like you were "negligent" or at-fault for the accident.
Turn it over to your auto insurance company and don't sweat it.
If you suffered injuries or if you would like to discuss this further, I'm happy to take the time to speak with you about it.
Barry Zlotowicz
Chicago Legal Group
They theoretically could but doesnt sound like you were "negligent" or at-fault for the accident.
Turn it over to your auto insurance company and don't sweat it.
If you suffered injuries or if you would like to discuss this further, I'm happy to take the time to speak with you about it.
Barry Zlotowicz
Chicago Legal Group
Q: I purchased 3 plots - 1 paid in full, 2 on contract. I tried to terminate the contracts due to financial difficulty.
Steve McCann's answer
Based on the facts provided, it seems that the seller is giving you the runaround, you have hit an impasse, and it is in your best interest to retain an attorney to assist you with next steps. You may be entitled to remedy, but an attorney will need to review the contracts, as well as all communications with the seller prior to providing you with a comprehensive evaluation of your options moving forward.
That said, I recommend organizing everything you have in your possession related...
Based on the facts provided, it seems that the seller is giving you the runaround, you have hit an impasse, and it is in your best interest to retain an attorney to assist you with next steps. You may be entitled to remedy, but an attorney will need to review the contracts, as well as all communications with the seller prior to providing you with a comprehensive evaluation of your options moving forward.
That said, I recommend organizing everything you have in your possession related...
Q: I had a eviction case filed by my previous landlord voluntarily dismissed without prejudice because I wasn't served
James G. Ahlberg's answer
You should not owe for painting or the carpet unless damage occurring during your tenancy exceeded normal wear and tear. It is unlikely, but possible, that the terms of your lease could change this answer.
You owe the last month's rent if you didn't pay it.
You should not owe for painting or the carpet unless damage occurring during your tenancy exceeded normal wear and tear. It is unlikely, but possible, that the terms of your lease could change this answer.
You owe the last month's rent if you didn't pay it.
Q: What is the IL state law on a child's last name if parents aren't married.
James G. Ahlberg's answer
Child support is payable no matter what the child's last name is. Illinois law does not require that a child bear the biological father's last name.
Child support is payable no matter what the child's last name is. Illinois law does not require that a child bear the biological father's last name.
Q: I filed for bankruptcy March 22 and refinanced a personal loan on March 25 will that loan be included in the bankruptcy?
Timothy Denison's answer
Yes. Not the best decision or timing but as long as you pay the refi, you should be ok.
Yes. Not the best decision or timing but as long as you pay the refi, you should be ok.
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