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One of the main concerns many families have about probate is how long it can take. You may want your children to receive their inheritance as quickly as possible. The problem is that you cannot be sure how long a probate court needs to clear your estate.

At one time or another, virtually everyone has driven a few miles above the speed limit. If you are traveling too fast when you enter a speed trap, you are not likely to have much luck trying to talk yourself out of a speeding ticket.

Having an officer pull you over for a suspected DUI can be a scary experience. You want to ensure that you do not do anything that could make the situation worse.

One of the most important documents when someone purchases real estate is the title. The seller will transfer this document to the buyer’s name at closing.

Individuals planning their estate are likely to have questions regarding their tax implications. For most people, it is important to pass on as much as possible to their heirs while limiting tax liability where they can.

Parenting has always been difficult, but technology complicates matters even more. If your son or daughter has a smartphone, tablet, gaming system, computer or any other connected device, he or she may be able to use it to bully other kids.

You found your perfect new home. You found a mortgage lender. You made an offer to buy the home. The seller accepted your offer. The house passed all necessary inspections. Now what? When does your new home actually become yours?

Whether adopting or giving birth to a new baby, expectant parents put a lot of energy into preparing for their new love. In addition to setting up a nursery, buying diapers, taking birthing or parenting classes, moms and dads should take the opportunity to update or create an estate plan.

If you are facing charges for driving under the influence of alcohol, you are undoubtedly nervous about your immediate future. After all, in addition to having potential criminal consequences...

Purchasing an Illinois home involves a major investment, so you want to make sure you do your due diligence before making an offer on a particular property. Before making things official, you may have to sort through a series of contingencies and disclosures.