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When Can You Terminate A Commercial Contract Without Being Sued

Terminating a commercial contract is risky business. Walk away at the wrong time, and you're staring down a breach of contract lawsuit. Walk away at…
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Can You Write Your Own Will In Illinois Or Should You Hire A Lawyer

Illinois law allows you to write your own will. You don't need a lawyer to create a legally valid document. But just because you can…
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What Should I Do If I Discover Problems After Closing The Purchase?

I Just Discovered Problems With The Business I Bought. Is It Too Late To Do Anything? No, it's not necessarily too late. Most purchase agreements…
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What To Do If You Receive A Will Contest Notice As Executor

Getting a will contest notice in the mail can feel like a punch to the gut. You're already dealing with the loss of someone close…
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Trustee Duties Every First-Time Trustee Should Know In Chicago

Being named as a trustee is both an honor and a serious responsibility. Most people accept the role without really understanding what they're getting into.…
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How To Protect Your Business With A Living Trust

Most business owners I meet have spent time thinking about their personal estate planning. They've got their home situation figured out, retirement accounts are in…
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Estate Planning For Chicago Business Owners

Most business owners spend years building their companies, but never plan what happens to those businesses after they're gone. Without proper estate planning, your business…
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Can You Contest A Will After Someone Dies

You can contest a will after someone dies, but only if you have legal standing and valid grounds recognized by law. Will contests are serious…
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Illinois Moves To Modernize Small Estates

Illinois may be on the verge of a significant shift in how families handle smaller estates, and the proposed changes could simplify the process for…
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Planning Gaps For Families With Disabilities

Parents of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities face significant challenges in preparing for their loved ones’ long-term care, and a new national…
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Understanding Trust Funding And Why It Matters

Trust funding is the process of transferring ownership of your assets from your individual name into your trust's name. Creating a trust document is meaningless…
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What Happens If You Die Without A Will In Your State

Dying without a will is more common than you might think. When this happens, you don't get to decide who receives your property, your savings,…
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