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Unfriendly or annoying neighbors are more common than you would like to think. Often, they are little more than a nuisance with petty squabbles over easily forgettable issues. Yet, neighbors sometimes become hostile and prove themselves more dangerous than otherwise expected. At this point, you will need to take care of the situation as best you can in a strictly legal way. Consult a civil litigation attorney for additional information regarding complications with hostile individuals or less-than-friendly neighbors.
One can face three primary disputes with their neighbors in Illinois that can cover a good range of issues. The three disputes are the following:
These disputes can be dealt with legally, often through a homeowner's association (HOA), landlord, or property management company. However, if the conflicts stem from or cause illegal behavior at any point, you must get the police involved before it gets any more complicated.
Having a last will is crucial to ensuring your wishes for your estate are upheld in the event of incapacitation or death. Without a will, the state will oversee how your estate is distributed, which will usually follow a set formula that could see assets placed in the hands of those least desirable. Contact an estate planning attorney who can help cut through the complexities of creating a Will and have you better understand how best to ensure your wishes are followed.
Those who die without a will in place are considered “intestate.” According to Illinois intestate laws, The probate court will decide what to do about your estate. Chances are likely that Illinois laws will not align with your personal wishes for all of your property and assets. To prevent this outcome, you can become a “testator,” the terminology used for the person who creates a will. Drafting a will, will allow you to decide the fate of your possessions and allow your family and friends to know what to expect as well.
House Bill 2862 was passed by the Illinois General Assembly and signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker on August 4, 2023. The law will take effect on July 1, 2024, and make significant amendments to the rights and protections of day and temporary laborers in Illinois. Understanding the impacts the bill can have on your business is imperative. An Illinois business lawyer can provide a more in-depth overview of what the new changes bring and how best to ensure your business meets compliance.
HB 2862, also referred to as the Temp Worker Fairness and Protection Act (TWFPA), is a law that expands the rights and protections of day and temporary laborers in Illinois. The law brings significant changes to the Day and Temporary Labor Services Act (DTLSA) and applies to businesses that use day and temporary laborers, as well as the day and temporary labor service agencies that provide these workers.
A durable power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that gives someone you trust the power to make decisions about your finances and health care matters if you become unable to do so yourself. The POA remains in effect even if you become incapacitated.
To create a durable POA in Illinois, you must:
Be at least 18 years old and of sound mind
Sign the POA in front of a notary public and at least one witness
The witness cannot be your agent, your spouse, your descendant, or your sibling
Include specific language in your POA, such as warnings and notices
Creating a power of attorney can be complex and overwhelming. There are a lot of ways in which the process can go wrong, namely in giving up powers you never intended. Speaking with an attorney is the best course of action to understand exactly what will benefit you most when filling out the form for a POA.
A civil judgment is a legal ruling against an individual or entity in a non-criminal court case. These judgments can arise from various issues, such as unpaid debts, breach of contract, or personal injury claims. While the immediate implications of a legal judgment can be difficult to deal with, the influence on your credit score is a major concern.
A civil judgment can have a detrimental effect on your credit score. Credit agencies may interpret it as evidence of financial insecurity and irresponsibility, resulting in a reduction in your credit score. This decline can make it challenging to secure loans, credit cards, or even favorable interest rates in the future.
With a civil judgment on your credit report, obtaining new credit can become arduous. Lenders may see you as a higher risk and may be hesitant to extend credit to you or may require higher down payments and collateral. A civil judgment will likely appear on your credit report for a considerable period, typically seven years or longer. Potential lenders, landlords, or employers may review your credit report, affecting their perception of your financial reliability.
For whatever reason, one may not have put an agreement with someone else in writing. While it is not ideal, it also does not mean that the agreement is completely unenforceable. If you can prove that the legal elements of a contract have been met, the agreement can still be upheld. To avoid legal issues, you should consult with a contracts attorney.
It is possible to have a legally binding oral contract. However, you would need to prove that the following exist:
There was an offer and acceptance
There was consideration (meaning both parties have agreed to do something or forego a right)
There was an intention for both parties to be bound by a contract
Both parties had the legal capacity to enter into a contract
Your business will need legal help at various points. There are certain issues that you should not try to handle on your own. However, you may not have the budget to hire an attorney. An Illinois outsourced general counsel can work with your business on an ongoing basis and provide you with legal advice in numerous areas.
When you have a growing business, you may not have the resources to build your own in-house legal function. Not only do you have to pay an attorney’s salary, but you would also need to spend tens of thousands of dollars for employee benefits. You may simply not have the money. Still, your need for legal help does not go away. Outsourced general counsel allows you to get legal services while only paying for what you need.
It is always helpful to work with the same attorney. This lawyer will get to know you and your business. They will not need to take the time to start from scratch, costing you more money and effort. An outsourced general counsel is familiar with your legal issues and business aims. They know you, and they can tailor their legal advice to your business. They will be the legal point of contact for your company.
The process of registering a company with the state varies, depending upon the business formation structure chosen by the founders of each new enterprise. There are four primary company structures available to aspiring business owners. If you are hoping to launch a new business venture soon, it will be important for you to weigh the pros and cons of each opportunity before committing to one over the others.
Sole proprietorships are owned by one individual, whereas partnerships involve multiple owners. These business formation opportunities offer particularly flexible managerial structures and do not require much work to set up. They are taxed on the individual returns of each owner and do not require much, if any, reporting to the state. They are often particularly appealing for low-risk, local business enterprises. Sole proprietorships do not offer any personal liability protection in the event that the company gets sued or falls behind on its financial obligations.
A 2021 Pew Research Center Survey revealed that just shy of one-third of American adults describe their Internet usage as being online “almost constantly.” Roughly half of the respondents indicated that they go online at least several times per day. This means that, if you are like more than 75 percent of your peers, you spend a great deal of time interacting with the world electronically. If your estate plan does not reflect that reality, it is time to start updating your documentation.
In a nutshell, digital estate planning involves setting your digital affairs in order in the event that you pass away or become incapacitated due to illness or injury and can no longer advocate on behalf of your own interests. Digital estate planning may address any electronic assets, access, and intellectual property, from photos stored in the Cloud to email accounts, online banking to every text that is stored on your phone.
If you and your child’s other parent are divorcing or otherwise going your separate ways but you both plan to remain very active in your child’s life, the court will likely insist that you draft a parenting plan as part of your overall child custody order. The process of creating a parenting plan will allow you both to set expectations concerning communication, transportation, co-parenting duties, and other aspects of raising your child in separate households.
If you and your co-parent cannot work through fundamental differences concerning how this document should be constructed, a judge will need to make a determination regarding whose approach best reflects your child’s best interests. But, if you and your co-parent are willing to work together and with your attorneys to reach mutually-agreeable terms, you can construct this document in whatever ways you both feel are best for everyone.
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