Before 2016, divorces in Illinois could be either “no-fault” or “fault-based”. Each type of divorce had its own set of implications, and there were a great variety of reasons that couples cited for each. Let’s take a look at the difference. Fault-Based Divorce In a fault-based divorce, individuals were able to levy the reason for
Author: walterslawgroup
In Markham, Illinois a Cook County, Circuit Court Judge, Bonita Coleman, has found in favor of a mother whose child support was not paid in a timely fashion pursuant to a statutory notice of withholding. The payor of income, Country Chevrolet, Inc. of Herscher, Illinois was found to have violated the applicable law by not
A Hollywood marriage is a phenomenon by itself. It is not easy to survive through a private institution like marriage when there is constant scrutiny and limelight on your relationship. We have seen some rock-solid unions crumble down. Whether you empathize and grieve for your icon’s personal loss,or are simply hooked to celebrity lives to
There is nothing pleasant about divorce. There is a falling apart of love, relationships, and families. Yet there is a growing consensus among estranged couples and families that divorces can be handled amicably. Many couples do split amicably, and remain friends. They do not have arguments for everyone to see, or ugly custody and alimony
It’s ironic how the most sensitive part of a divorce or separation is fought most aggressively. We are indeed talking about child custody and visitation rights. Parents often file for joint or sole custody. But, in either cases, the battle or in polite terms the discussion that ensues is bitter, rid with accusations and can
No child likes to see their parents get divorced. It can be both confusing and painful. Whether the divorce has been amicable or acrimonious, the children are always going to be in love and in awe of both their parents. Their life patterns and habits will be determined by the characteristics of both the parents,
How many of your friends and family are divorced? Think about it. It is not like divorces never happened earlier, they did. But, there’s something more to this, than what meets the eye. An individual gets married, gets divorced and then remarries only to divorce again. The divorce rates are showing no signs of slowing
The pain and bruises given by a cheating spouse is never really healed. Sure time can blunt the edges of the constantly pricking weapon, but it still pierces. Adultery can ruin a marriage,and in most cases does. It leaves the other partner completely destroyed. ‘A feeling of nothingness’, ‘ a life in utter darkness’, ‘constant
Divorce is mentally, emotionally, and physically draining. There are huge financial implications involved in a divorce as well. As a result, assets such as the house, rental property, pension plans, a jointly owned business, and much more are created. When a divorce happens, these need to be equally split up. In the state of Illinois,
“Divorce isn’t such a tragedy. A tragedy’s staying in an unhappy marriage, teaching your children the wrong things about love.” -Jennifer Weiner Couples may go through a lot of challenges in their married life. A heated argument, a betrayal or a rocky patch may land their marriage in hot water. However, some couples outgrow these
