Local vacant landowners–especially farmers–should be concerned about a change proposed under the terms of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) which the McHenry County Board will be voting on in the near future. The present McHenry County zoning ordinance allows a farmer or other land owner the opportunity to seek permission to build a residence on … Continued
When I was pregnant with my first daughter, I had a number of well-meaning friends, family members, and even strangers providing me with advice on all the preparations I needed to make before the baby was born. Even now, less than three months before my second baby is due, I find myself going over mental … Continued
It often comes as a shock to people that if they are involved in a car accident where someone else is clearly at fault, there is no protection in the law against being sent to collections for your outstanding medical bills. It seems counter-intuitive, especially when a person is communicating with the insurance agent of … Continued
You may start out by wondering, “What is a mechanics lien? Does it have to do with my car?” In some states, yes, but in Illinois, the answer is no. Under Illinois law, if you have performed various types of services for a residential or commercial project, you may be entitled to take action against … Continued
Wills and Trusts In Illinois, assets titled in an individual’s name must go through probate unless there is no real property in the individual’s estate and the assets total less than $100,000. Probate is the court process that allows assets to be transferred upon one’s death. In Illinois, if you die without a will, the … Continued
