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How do I get out of custody once I’ve been arrested in Illinois? – Pioletti Pioletti & Nichols
Posted on July 7th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
This transcription was AI generated Transcription: 00:04 illinois there’s been a lot of changes specifically um since September of 2023 in which we’ve no longer called the court that allows you to get out of custody bond court We call it PFA court or pre-trial fairness act court This is a significant change in Illinois […]
Can my criminal record be expunged or sealed? – Pioletti Pioletti & Nichols
Posted on July 7th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
This transcription was AI generated Transcription: 00:04 the great thing about Illinois is that they offer lots of options relative to a petition to expune or seal your criminal record Expuning a criminal record is almost like it never existed It’s destroyed When you file a petition to expune the state police records unit 00:22 […]
How To Negotiate A Successful Contract
Posted on June 16th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Contracts are a nuisance and necessity for our personal business and for those of us who deal with them at work. However, with some exceptions, a Court will hold you responsible for what you signed regardless of how unreasonable it is as a small business services lawyer can share. Any contract needs to specify deadlines, […]
What Exactly Does A Prenup Cover? (And What Can’t It Do?)
Posted on June 11th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Getting married is an exciting time, but it’s also a good moment to have honest conversations about your financial future. One way couples can protect their assets and outline expectations before tying the knot is through a prenuptial agreement. While no one enters marriage expecting it to end, having a clear agreement in place can […]
When Income Taxes May Be Discharged In Bankruptcy
Posted on June 11th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
For individuals burdened with tax debt, bankruptcy might seem like a way out. But not all taxes are treated the same under bankruptcy law. The possibility of discharging income taxes depends on several important factors. While sales and employment taxes are typically non-dischargeable, certain income tax debts may qualify—if specific conditions are met. The Type […]
Can Bankruptcy Erase Student Loans? Here’s The Hard Truth
Posted on June 11th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
When debt becomes overwhelming, bankruptcy can sometimes feel like the only path forward. Many people hope it will wipe the slate clean, including burdensome student loans. But here’s the hard truth—most borrowers won’t be able to discharge student loan debt through bankruptcy. That doesn’t mean there are no options, but it does mean it’s important […]
Injuries That Occur In Boating Accidents
Posted on June 11th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Boating is often associated with relaxation and recreation, but accidents on the water can lead to serious injuries with lasting consequences. Collisions, falls, and unsafe conditions can turn a day of fun into a medical emergency. By understanding the full extent of your injuries and the treatment that you may need to recover, you can […]
What should I do if I’ve been arrested in Illinois? – Pioletti Pioletti & Nichols
Posted on June 9th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
This transcription was AI generated Transcription: 00:00:04 The first thing you should do if you’ve been arrested in Illinois is call our office, Pileleti, Pillet, and Nichols. Ask for one of our expert attorneys who understand the process, who know the judges, experience in dealing with the state’s attorneys in your county. Sometimes the […]
What exactly does a prenup cover? (And what can’t it do?) – Pioletti Pioletti & Nichols
Posted on June 9th, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
This transcription was AI generated Transcription: 00:00:04 When drafting a prenup, it’s essentially a contract between two consenting adults, and almost everything is on the table as long as it’s not unconscionable, unethical, or not proper under the law. Many prenuptual agreements or premarital contracts will focus on whether or not a spouse upon […]
How is child support calculated in Illinois? – Pioletti Pioletti & Nichols
Posted on May 22nd, 2025 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
This Transcript was auto-populated Transcript: 00:00:04 Child support in the state of Illinois is calculated per statute under what’s called the income shares model. What they do or what a judge is assigned to do if a case would come before them is put a calculation together that would factor in each party’s gross […]