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In this video, we will discuss whether you can live at your place of business and if a portion of your business is convertible into commercial property into residential in Illinois. Keep reading to find out more about: living in your place of business, list of prohibited home businesses in Chicago, and living in your commercial space Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-la...

If you have been or will be involved in the litigation process in Wisconsin, you may wonder what “discovery” is. While it seems like a strange way to refer to a legal process, it is the perfect term for what happens. Discovery is asking questions; basically, it is the time when each side investigates its case and gathers information to be used at trial. Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-la...

The metaverse, or metaverses, are developing rapidly and things relating to them change dialing. There has been a lot of confusion regarding what laws govern any particular metaverse or all of them, and it does not appear that the potential issues will be resolved anytime soon. It can be easy at times to just use the law applicable in the real world for issues in the metaverse, but then, on the ot...

Every homeowner who has not paid off their mortgage has thought about what would happen if things went wrong financially and they got their home foreclosed. It can be tough to hear someone want to take the home you have built for yourself and your family away from you. Foreclosure is an incredibly stressful event, and obviously, if you get notice of default or are even served with papers filled ou...

Illinois still requires the seller to disclose material defects even if the house is being sold “as-is.” However, an “as-is” sale indicates that, while the seller is disclosing defects, they will not be fixing, remodeling, or remediating the defects as part of the negotiation process. Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-law/disclosure-obligations-when-selling-a-house-as-i...

Illinois puts one child's basic child support level at $1,215 per month; however, this number is a starting point on which additional factors are added or subtracted. Relevant factors must be considered and calculated to understand better what a person may pay in child support in Illinois. Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-law/what-is-the-average-child-support-payment-f...

Cyberbullying is a very serious topic that can have extremely negative consequences for children and adults. If you are being cyberbullied, it is crucial to report the conduct to the appropriate authorities. Schools in Wisconsin are required to have policies in place regarding bullying and cyberbullying. If you feel you are being bullied, it is best to let a teacher or administrator know, and they...

If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, there are certain things you need to consider and have ready before filing. You will also have questions about what type of bankruptcy to file and how long it will take. Bankruptcy law is federal law, so it will be the same procedure to file bankruptcy in Indiana as in any other state, with some differences in the local rules for each court as far as d...

Iowa, as well as several other states, had long recognized common law marriage. In some ways, this reflects a certain amount of common sense. Two adults living together for a period of time, or cohabitating, can develop a type of relationship identical to a traditional marriage formalized by a ceremony. The determination of a common law marriage in Iowa can be a very complex manner. You should see...

If you use cannabis after work in Wisconsin, you can be fired. Cannabis is illegal in Wisconsin except for some forms of CBD with a physician’s prescription. Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-law/can-i-get-fired-in-wisconsin-if-i-use-cannabis-after-work O’Flaherty Law now serves over 105 counties across Illinois, Iowa, and Indiana. If you have any questions regarding a...

It used to be that adultery was the basis for getting a divorce. It would be listed as a reason in any divorce filing, and you would have to appear before a judge and prove that the infidelity occurred. Infidelity would be considered in the granting of the divorce and possibly position the non-cheating spouse for a financial advantage. If you are wondering if your spouse’s cheating will mean more...

One of the first things that crosses the mind of every loving parent when the issue of divorce is presented is, "what am I going to tell my kids?" Parents want to know how they can prepare children for divorce and make the process as painless as possible for the children. Many courts require parents who are divorcing to attend a parenting class to help them learn skills for post-decree co-parentin...

If you are considering buying, selling, or renting commercial real estate, you undoubtedly have many questions on how to proceed. Is a commercial real estate agent sufficient for my needs? How do I protect myself from potential future risks if something goes wrong? How do I know if the proposed deal will work for me long term? If you are considering a commercial real estate transaction, you should...

If you have stumbled upon this video, chances are someone you care about is struggling with mental illness or substance abuse issues that you want to help them with. Regardless of the circumstances, you have decided that you have to take action to protect this person and the people around them. Be forewarned that Iowa is the least restrictive state and will act accordingly to preserve the individu...

Divorce is a tough time for everyone, including our wonderful companion animals. Many people don't think about what happens to a beloved pet if the other spouse wants the animal, and you do too. Custody of pets is something that comes up often. Still, no one talks about who gets the dog or cat in a divorce in Illinois or about pet custody laws. Recently, pet ownership and divorce are becoming more...

What is considered cyberstalking in Wisconsin? What is cyberbullying? If you have been targeted by someone online, you will want to know more about how Wisconsin defines and deals with cyberstalking and cyberbullying. In a nutshell, people who engage in cyberstalking and cyberbullying in Wisconsin can be found guilty of criminal charges, including harassment and stalking. Read the full article her...

These days, with renting being the norm as opposed to homeownership, you want to create the best chance you can to have your rental application approved. It’s important to know if your eviction is or was even lawful and what you can do to keep the eviction off your record or if you can have your eviction removed if it is on your record. Many private landlords and leasing companies will check to se...

The inspiration to start a small business can be really exciting. You have an idea for a service or product, and you’re ready to make the leap and start taking concrete steps. There are a lot of choices and many decisions to be made. Being a small business owner in Wisconsin is very achievable, but you need to set things up correctly in order to be in compliance with the law and create a foundatio...

Discrimination in the workplace is a pattern of behavior that singles out an employee or group of employees for unfair and/or unequal treatment based on specific protected characteristics. Harassment is unpleasant and unwanted behavior that is deliberate and consistent. There are Federal, State, and local laws that protect certain classes of individuals from unwanted harassment and discrimination...

Wisconsin has recently signed a new law into effect that will change some of the ways a limited liability company or LLC is formed and operates in the state. Any limited liability company formed after January 1, 2023, will be subject to the new law. A business owner interested in forming a new LLC or someone who is interested in becoming a business owner will need to be aware of the new law and ho...

The process of estate planning and dealing with an estate is something most people have had to deal with or will deal with at some point in their lives. If you are wondering what you should do regarding what happens when you pass on, you are not alone. If you have had a loved one or friend pass away and you are in charge of their final wishes, you will undoubtedly have questions about the Illinois...

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In Indiana, you can be eligible for an order of protection against a family or household member who commits acts of domestic violence or family violence against you or a child. You can also get an order against anyone who committed harassment, stalking, or a sex offense against you, regardless of the relationship. Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-law/how-to-file-a-rest...

Sometimes you hit it off with your neighbors, friendships are formed, and everyone is happy. Other times though, you end up having a problem with your neighbor and the situation can become adversarial. Either your neighbor is a consistent source of noise and other irritating and disruptive issues, or your neighbor takes a dislike to you, and things escalate to open hostility. Many people have aske...

The terms operating while intoxicated (“OWI”) and driving while intoxicated (“DUI”) are often used interchangeably. To be charged with an OWI, a vehicle does not necessarily need to be in motion, whereas a DUI implies the person needs to be driving the vehicle. Wisconsin uses the broader OWI terminology in its laws. Read the full article here: www.oflaherty-law.com/learn-about-law/understanding-ow...