Posted on September 12,2024 in Immigration

Although immigration issues can sometimes hinder those who are attempting to better their lives by obtaining a professional license, the state of Illinois has taken steps to stop that from happening. A new law recently signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker serves two purposes. First, undocumented immigrants may keep a professional license earned and issued in the state of Illinois. This is true regardless of immigration status. Second, reasonable accommodations must be made for applicants whose primary language is not English when those applicants take professional licensing exams in the state.

Under HB 5457, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may not suspend, revoke, or take other actions against a professional license holder based solely on real or perceived immigration status. While there are certain qualification requirements, proponents of the bill believe many IL communities can benefit from behavioral health professionals who can communicate in different languages. If you have questions regarding HB 5457 or have other immigration questions or needs, an experienced Lombard, IL immigration lawyer from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can assist you.

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 Posted on September 12,2024 in Family Law

Post-decree divorce modifications are relatively common as they relate to child custody and child support issues. Children’s needs change with time and the circumstances of the parents can change as well. These changes can require modifying a previous agreement. Marital settlement agreement modifications that pertain to the division of assets and spousal support are much less common and are only allowed under specific circumstances.

In addition to a divorce decree modification, it may also be necessary to enforce the marital settlement agreement when one spouse does not abide by it. Should you find yourself in need of a marital settlement agreement modification, it is essential that you speak to an experienced Lombard, IL divorce modification attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices.

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 Posted on September 09,2024 in Personal Injury

Since the late 19th century, escalators have made it easier for people to move between floors in office buildings, subway stations, airports, and shopping malls. Millions of people use escalators daily without mishaps, but escalator accidents do happen. When they do, serious injuries often occur.

Were you injured on an Illinois escalator? The skilled lawyers from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can investigate your accident, determine why it happened, and help you hold the at-fault parties accountable for your injuries. Call now for a free consultation.

Why Do Escalator Accidents Happen?

By design, the "steps" on escalators move continually. Whether you are going up or down, the landing step disappears with the expectation that you have already managed to move onto a solid surface. Handrails on each side of an escalator move at the same speed as the steps to give users more stability. Children, mature adults, and those with limited mobility may have trouble holding onto the rails and stepping off the escalator.

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 Posted on August 28,2024 in Immigration

The one-year anniversary of the introduction of the Dignity Act (HR 3599) was this past May. Submitted by Representative Maria Salazar, the bipartisan bill remains what many believe is the only viable bill in Congress that addresses every aspect of our immigration system. The bill continues to gain support from both sides of the aisle. Should the Dignity Act pass in Congress and the Senate, it could change many of the immigration rules and laws currently in place.  

The information below can help you learn more about the Dignity Act and the expected consequences for immigrants should it pass. You must also speak to a knowledgeable Bloomingdale, IL immigration attorney about any specific immigration issues you may have. When you choose Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, you will benefit from a highly skilled legal team with extensive experience in all immigration issues.

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 Posted on August 28,2024 in Personal Injury

Many Americans enjoy a three-day weekend to celebrate Labor Day, taking the opportunity to end the summer months with fun activities. Unfortunately, holidays usually mean an increase in personal injury accidents.

At Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, we hope you have a safe holiday weekend. If you do sustain injuries, one of our skilled lawyers can help.

What Kinds of Accidents Are Common on Labor Day Weekend?

With so many activities in the Chicagoland area on Labor Day weekend, several kinds of accidents may happen that can produce injuries or fatalities, including:

• Boat accidents

• Motor vehicle accidents

• Pedestrian accidents

• Motorcycle accidents

• Slip-and-fall accidents

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 Posted on August 21,2024 in Family Law

When you take two challenging life events, like pregnancy and divorce, and put them together, the situation can be overwhelming. Aside from not wanting to wait nine months to get divorced, there are many situations that make a divorce while pregnant necessary. Five states currently prevent pregnant wives from divorcing, including Arizona, Missouri, Arkansas, California, and Texas. In four of those five states, a couple may file for divorce while one partner is expecting a baby but must wait for the birth for the divorce to be finalized because of paternity, child custody, and child support issues.

Nine additional states leave the fate of a couple wishing to divorce during pregnancy up to family court judges, many of whom will not sanction divorce petitions during pregnancy. Illinois has its own laws and regulations surrounding divorce when a pregnancy is involved, so expectant parents must understand their rights and responsibilities. If you are facing such a situation, it is important that you speak to a knowledgeable Bloomingdale, IL divorce attorney who can help you understand Illinois divorce laws.

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 Posted on August 12,2024 in Immigration

Immigration laws and rules seem to be changing at a dizzying pace. Early in August, an appeals court issued a ruling that would allow spouses of H-1B visas to work in the United States until their work visas are in place. This was good news for thousands of people—and their employers.

On the "not-so-great" side, the Supreme Court recently ruled that U.S. citizens have no fundamental liberty interest in their non-citizen spouses’ ability to be admitted to the United States. This means the citizen spouse is not constitutionally entitled to a review of the visa refusal.

Below are more details regarding this latest SCOTUS ruling. It can be extremely beneficial to speak to a knowledgeable Bloomingdale, IL immigration attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices. Attorney Steven H. Mevorah has been serving the needs of immigrants throughout Northern Illinois for more than 40 years.

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 Posted on August 12,2024 in Personal Injury

An insurance claim is the first step in most personal injury cases. While you might think that the liable insurer will offer you a reasonable settlement amount that will cover all of your accident-related expenses and other eligible losses, the sad fact is that most do not. It often takes the assistance of a skilled personal injury attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices to get as much compensation as you deserve.

Insurance Companies Are Not Your Friends

When policyholders pay their insurance premiums, their insurer agrees to pay valid claims. Unfortunately, these companies do not like issuing payouts. When you file a claim against them, an insurance adjuster investigates your accident to determine how much your case is worth. With that figure in mind, the insurance company will likely make a lowball offer. They know full well how much they should pay, but if you accept a lower amount, they get to save money. Once you accept and sign a settlement offer, you cannot ask for more compensation.

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 Posted on August 09,2024 in Family Law

Both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are legal documents that address what will happen to marital assets when a couple divorces—or even if one of them dies. While both agreements describe similar matters, there are notable differences between the two. Whether you want to have one of these agreements prepared or you are wondering how a current agreement will affect your upcoming divorce, it is time to speak to a knowledgeable Naperville, IL postnuptial agreement lawyer. When you have a strong, highly skilled divorce attorney as your advocate, you can rest easy, knowing your issue will be resolved with the best outcome possible.

What is a Postnuptial Agreement?

A postnuptial agreement is a legal contract, but rather than being prepared before a couple marries, it is prepared and signed after the marriage. A postnuptial agreement can occur any time after the marriage takes place and usually details how the couple’s assets and debts will be managed in the event of a divorce. A postnuptial agreement may set the terms of property division between the couple and can be helpful for any of the following reasons:

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 Posted on July 30,2024 in Family Law

The traditional way to get divorced is through litigation. Litigating a divorce, which means arguing the issues before a judge, often turns into a court battle that costs both sides a lot of time and money. On top of that, litigation is known to be a stressor: In addition to the heavy costs and time consumption, the parties are engaged in a highly adversarial process.

Most divorcing couples, therefore, try to reach settlements outside of court, a system known as alternative dispute resolution. Mediation is the most popular type of alternative dispute resolution, where many couples resolve their differences on issues related to the divorce.

Not only is mediation an effective way to reach a divorce settlement, but it can also reduce the emotional stress that often accompanies the divorce process. If you are considering attending divorce mediation, make sure to have an Illinois divorce mediation attorney represent you.

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