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How Is Child Support Calculated In Illinois?
Posted on February 19th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Parents have the responsibility to financially support their children. This obligation does not end with a divorce. Child support is not intended to be a punishment for the parent paying the support nor a reward for the parent receiving the support. Child support is simply a way to meet your child’s financial needs and expenses. […]
What Is The Role Of A Chapter 7 Trustee?
Posted on February 17th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Are you trying to pay bills that you do not have the income to pay? If so, you are not alone. Many people struggle to pay bills as they try to cover their living expenses and support their families. Unfortunately for some, they will not be able to resolve their debt problems without some assistance. […]
What Types Of DUI Defense Options Do I Have For My DUI Case?
Posted on February 12th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
One of the questions that we hear from potential clients is, “Do I have any DUI defense options that will keep me out of jail?” Being charged with drunk driving is a frightening, embarrassing and stressful experience. In addition to the financial and emotional cost of fighting a DUI charge, you also have to consider […]
Student Loan Discharge: Can Student Loans Be Discharged Through Bankruptcy?
Posted on February 10th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Are you struggling to pay your student loan payment each month? Are you facing graduate heavily burdened with student loans? If so, you are not alone. The college graduating class of 2014 is the most indebted college class in history. The average student graduated with $33,000 in student loan debt. Unfortunately, this disturbing statistic is […]
Remove A Second Mortgage In Bankruptcy
Posted on February 5th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
As a way to handle debt, many homeowner’s take out a second mortgage or an equity line to consolidate debt. Some people need to use the equity in their home to pay for emergency home repairs, medical bills or other expenses that they were not expecting. Regardless of the reason, using the equity in your […]
Divorce Timetable: How Long Will A Divorce Take In Illinois?
Posted on February 3rd, 2015 by Don Pioletti
The best answer we can give to this question is, “Your divorce timetable is unique. Your divorce will take as long as necessary to settle all issues between you and your soon to be ex-spouse.” A divorce in Illinois can take as long as one to two years for a contested divorce or as short […]
Will I Lose Property If I File Chapter 7?
Posted on January 29th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
One of the most common questions that we received as bankruptcy attorneys is whether a debtor will lose property if he files a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The myth that you “lose everything” when you file a bankruptcy under Chapter 7 may stem from the fact that a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is also known as a […]
Drug Paraphernalia: Can I Be Arrested If I Have A Pipe On Me?
Posted on January 27th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
You do not need to be in possession of illegal drugs to be arrested on drug charges. The possession of drug paraphernalia is a crime with or without the possession of drugs. The criminal defense attorneys of Pioletti Pioletti & Nichols are experienced in defending criminal cases involving drug paraphernalia. Under current Illinois laws, you […]
Can I Move The Children Out Of State?
Posted on January 22nd, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Do you want to move your children out of state? Regardless of whether you are divorced or you never married the father, permanently moving your children out of state may result in a parental abduction charge if you do not have court permission for the move. Before you move your children out of state, you […]
Can I Represent Myself on a Criminal Charge? What Can A Criminal Defense Attorney Do For Me?
Posted on January 20th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
There are many things that you can do for yourself; however, it does not mean that doing them for yourself is in your best interest. In some things, you need to trust that someone with experience will be a better choice that yourself. For example, if you are facing a criminal charge, criminal defense attorneys […]