When parents in Illinois decide to divorce, they might be worried about how it will affect their children, but they can do several things to make the process less difficult for them. First, children need to feel reassured that they can still go on loving and having a...
Although the divorce rate is on the decline overall for couples in Illinois and around the country, divorce among older adults is on the rise. This age group may have retirement accounts to divide, and they might also be more likely to have started taking...
When Illinois parents divorce, issues regarding the custody and support of any minor children are often a major concern. The stress of the process can, however, make it difficult for parents to effectively negotiate these matters. One thing that they can do is top...
Illinois residents might have heard of the Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act that is being considered by Congress. The Drug Enforcement Agency, the Department of Justice and the National Association of Attorneys General have all championed the SOFA Act,...
Couples who create a prenuptial agreement before marriage enjoy benefits that can ease tensions in a marriage and make the divorce process easier if spouses choose to go their separate ways. Unfortunately, having a prenuptial agreement does not guarantee a smooth...
Racial disparity continues to affect the criminal justice system in Illinois and across the country, despite ongoing work for criminal justice reform. The Council on Criminal Justice, a nonpartisan group bringing together government officials, police representatives...
You always used prescription medications for your pain, but when the opioid crisis hit, your doctor stopped prescribing the dosages you needed. You weren't addicted or dependent, you were in chronic pain. Many people who had long used these medications to care for...
The holiday season can be stressful for anyone living in Illinois. However, it's often even more stressful after a divorce. That's why separated parents should do everything that they can to ensure that their children have a happy experience during this time of year....
Quite a few different issues can impact the way that you split up your possessions and debts when you divorce. The total value of your marital estate will include all of your acquired assets and equity adjusted for the total amount you owe in debt, such as credit card...
Illinois parents who move away from their children after divorce might be worried about whether they will be able to maintain the relationship from a distance. While they may not be able to spend as much time with their children as they would if they were nearby, they...
