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Annulment in Illinois: What Are The Grounds For Having A Marriage Annulled?
Posted on March 26th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
A divorce and an annulment are two different actions under Illinois law. You can end a marriage through divorce proceedings; however, you may also be able to void a marriage with a “declaration of invalidity.” With a divorce, the marriage bond is severed and the parties go their separate ways. However, with an annulment, the […]
How Do I Stop Garnishments?
Posted on March 24th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Are your wages being garnished in Illinois? Are you having a difficult time paying your rent, mortgage or car payment because a creditor is garnishing your wages? If so, there is something that you can do to stop garnishments. You do not need to struggle to pay your living expenses and provide for your family […]
How Do Speeding Tickets Affect A Graduated Driver’s License or GDL?
Posted on March 19th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
If you are the parent of a teenage driver, you understand how difficult it can be to turn your teenager loose behind the wheel of a car. With traffic accidents being one the leading causes of death for young people ages 15 to 20, it is vital that we help our teenagers gain experience behind […]
Free Report: DUI In Illinois – What Is Impaired Driving?
Posted on March 17th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Impaired driving occurs when an individual operates a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol that impair the individual’s ability to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. State statutes vary; however, each state has a DUI (driving while under the influence) or DWI (driving while impaired or intoxicated) law that sets […]
Can A Payday Loan Company Have Me Arrested For A Bad Check?
Posted on March 17th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Are you being threatened by a payday loan company? Has a representative called and threatened to have you arrested if you do not pay your payday loan? If so, you need to contact an attorney as soon as possible. You have rights that a payday loan company cannot violate. The best thing you can do […]
How Long Does It Take to File Chapter 7?
Posted on March 12th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
How Long Does It Take to File Chapter 7? from Joe Pioletti This includes taking the necessary time to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome from your bankruptcy case. Learn more about File Chapter 7 in this presentation.
What Is A 341 Hearing?
Posted on March 12th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
One of the most common questions that we hear as bankruptcy attorneys is “Will I have to go to court?” Many people are filled with anxiety about going to court for any reason. They are frightened by the idea that they may be required to testify under oath in front of other people. Our attorneys […]
Should I Have A Durable Power Of Attorney?
Posted on March 10th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Do you know who will handle your affairs if you are incapacitated or otherwise unable to do so yourself? If you do not have a durable power of attorney, the state may dictate who can step in and handle your affairs if you are disabled or incapacitated. In some cases, your loved ones may need […]
What is a Chapter 7 Asset Case?
Posted on March 5th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
One of the most common bankruptcy questions we receive is, “Will I lose any of my property if I file bankruptcy?” While we cannot see the future, we can and do use our knowledge of bankruptcy law and our extensive experience filing bankruptcy cases to answer that question for each client. To be perfectly honest, […]
What Physical And Behavioral Signs Does An Officer Look For When He First Pulls Me Over For DUI?
Posted on March 4th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Police officers patrol the roads of Illinois to protect drivers and others from dangers and threats. One part of their job is to be vigilant in their pursuit of drunk drivers. Law enforcement officers are always on the lookout for physical and behavioral signs that indicate a driver is under the influence of alcohol. Those […]