Posted on September 11, 2026 in Family Law

Filing for divorce can follow months of disagreements and uncertainty. Even after the case begins, some spouses reconsider whether ending the marriage is what they really want.

If you change your mind about getting a divorce in Illinois, there are options before the divorce is finalized. You may be able to slow down the case while you attempt to reconcile or ask the court to dismiss it. If you are reconsidering a divorce in 2026, a DuPage County, IL divorce attorney can help explain what will happen to your pending case and discuss other options.

What Happens if My Spouse and I Want to Try to Reconcile During Divorce in Illinois?

If one of you has already filed for divorce but the case has not been finalized, you can still attempt to reconcile. Illinois law recognizes that reconciliation is possible after a divorce has begun. Under 750 ILCS 5/404, a court can order a conciliation conference if the judge believes there is a prospect of reconciliation. Either spouse may request one, or the court can order it on its own.

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 Posted on September 11, 2026 in Personal Injury

An injury can affect much more than your physical health. A serious accident can keep you away from work while medical bills and other expenses continue to add up. A long-term injury may even change the type of work you can do in the future.

In Illinois, lost income and reduced earning capacity are forms of financial loss that can be recovered in a personal injury claim. If an injury has affected your ability to work in 2026, a DuPage County, IL personal injury lawyer can help determine what financial losses may be included in your claim.

What Is the Difference Between Lost Income and Reduced Earning Capacity in Illinois?

Lost income and reduced earning capacity are related, but they cover different losses. Lost income focuses on the money you would have earned if the injury had not kept you from working.

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 Posted on August 26, 2026 in Family Law

Living in different states can make a divorce more complicated before the case even begins. You may wonder where to file or whether your spouse must return to Illinois for the divorce to move forward.

You can get divorced in Illinois even if your spouse lives in another state, as long as Illinois has the legal authority to handle the case. If you are preparing for a divorce in 2026, a DuPage County, IL divorce attorney can help you determine where to file and how your spouse's move may affect the process.

How Long Do You Have to Live in Illinois Before Filing for Divorce?

According to 750 ILCS 5/401, either spouse must have been a resident of Illinois for at least 90 days before the court enters the divorce judgment. A member of the armed services who has been stationed in Illinois for 90 days also meets this rule. This means your spouse does not have to live in Illinois for you to get divorced in the state.

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 Posted on August 26, 2026 in Immigration

Under very specific and fairly narrow circumstances, you can lose your U.S. citizenship. It can happen through denaturalization if your citizenship was obtained through fraud. It can also happen if you voluntarily give up your citizenship through certain actions. This question often comes from a place of real worry. This is especially true if you're a naturalized citizen concerned about your status.

If you're dealing with this concern in 2026, our DuPage County, IL immigration lawyer can help you understand your rights and what actually puts citizenship at risk.

What Is Denaturalization and When Does It Happen?

Denaturalization is the legal process of revoking someone's citizenship after it was granted through naturalization. Under 8 U.S.C. Section 1451, the government can pursue denaturalization if citizenship was illegally obtained. It can also act if naturalization was obtained by concealing a material fact or making a willful misrepresentation.

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 Posted on August 23, 2026 in Personal Injury

Sidewalks are part of everyday life in Illinois, whether you are walking through a neighborhood or on your way to work. Most people do not think twice about their condition until a defective sidewalk causes a serious fall.

Broken and uneven sidewalks can lead to some significant injuries. However, a damaged sidewalk does not automatically mean someone else is legally responsible.

Depending on the circumstances, a property owner or government agency may be liable when a dangerous sidewalk causes someone to trip and get hurt. If you were hurt after tripping on a broken or uneven sidewalk in Illinois in 2026, a Bloomingdale, IL personal injury lawyer can review what happened and explain your options.

Who Is Responsible for Maintaining an Illinois Sidewalk?

The first step in a sidewalk injury case is often finding out who was responsible for the area. That could mean a private property owner or the local government. 

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 Posted on August 14, 2026 in Immigration

A crime of moral turpitude is a criminal offense that involves dishonesty, fraud, or conduct that violates accepted moral standards. A conviction for this type of crime can have serious consequences for your immigration status. This term often confuses people. It doesn't refer to a single specific crime. Instead, it's a broad category that can affect your ability to stay in the United States, obtain a visa, or become a citizen.

If you're facing a charge that could be classified this way in 2026, our DuPage County, IL immigration lawyer can help you understand what's at stake and how to protect your future.

What Makes a Crime One of Moral Turpitude?

There's no single statute that lists every crime considered morally turpitudinous. This makes this area of law particularly confusing for many people. Under 8 U.S.C. Section 1182, a conviction for, or certain admissions involving, a crime of moral turpitude can make a person inadmissible to the United States.

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 Posted on August 12, 2026 in Personal Injury

Extreme heat across the U.S. and in Illinois has more people than ever headed to waterparks to cool off. Illinois is home to a number of waterparks, with Raging Waves in Yorkville the largest at 58 acres. Waterpark accidents are very common, with approximately 51,000 waterpark injuries reported between 2012 and 2021.

Children and adults alike enjoy splash pools, floating down "lazy rivers," and riding the numerous water rides. Unfortunately, with all this water, slip-and-fall accidents are common. You might think that waterpark owners would not take a slip-and-fall accident seriously — after all, we all know water is wet, making falls possible, so is there any real liability?

If you have experienced a slip-and-fall accident at an Illinois waterpark, do not immediately assume you have no recourse. Instead, speak to a knowledgeable Naperville personal injury lawyer who can help you determine whether your slip-and-fall injuries are the result of negligence and whether you may be entitled to compensation. 

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 Posted on August 12, 2026 in Family Law

Grandparent visitation and guardianship are not the same under Illinois law. Visitation lets grandparents spend time with a grandchild in certain situations. Guardianship allows a grandparent to care for a child and make important decisions when a parent cannot.

Many grandparents become a steady source of support after a divorce, the death of a parent, or another family hardship. If problems arise, they may wonder what legal options they have. The answer depends on what role they want to play in the child's life.

If you have questions about your rights as a grandparent in 2026, a Bloomingdale, IL family law attorney can explain how visitation and guardianship work in Illinois 

When Can Grandparents Ask for Visitation in Illinois?

Illinois gives parents the right to decide who spends time with their children. Because of that, grandparents cannot automatically ask a court for visitation.

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 Posted on July 28, 2026 in Immigration

An immigrant who receives a K-1 fiancé visa in 2026 must marry their U.S. citizen sponsor within 90 days of entering the United States. And the requirements do not stop there. Navigating this process can be stressful, especially when so much depends on timing and paperwork coming together correctly. Our Illinois immigration lawyer helps clients with K-1 fiancé visa cases often. He can walk you through each requirement and help you avoid the mistakes that most often delay or derail an application.

What Is a K-1 Fiancé Visa?

A K-1 visa allows a foreign national who is engaged to a U.S. citizen to enter the United States to marry. This visa category is established under 8 USC §1101(a)(15)(K). This law specifically defines the fiancé visa classification and the relationship it's meant to support. Other family-based immigration categories work differently.

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 Posted on July 27, 2026 in Family Law

According to the Pew Research Center, the divorce rate among adults ages 50 and older has roughly doubled since 1990, rising from five to ten divorces for every 1,000 married people. This means more couples are now splitting a 401(k), pension, or IRA after spending decades building those retirement accounts together, and dividing them is often one of the most confusing parts of the divorce process.

If you are heading into a divorce in 2026, a Naperville, IL retirement asset division lawyer can help you understand how Illinois law divides these accounts before you negotiate a settlement.

What Types of Retirement Accounts Can Be Divided in an Illinois Divorce?

Before you can divide a retirement account, it helps to know what kind of account you have. Common types of retirement accounts included in Illinois divorces include:

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