Posted on October 14,2024 in Personal Injury

Google Public Sector has partnered with the Illinois State Police (ISP) to make it one of the first law enforcement agencies to provide "move-over" crash notifications in Google Maps and Waze. This technology aims to reduce the number of auto collisions caused by drivers who fail to see flashing emergency lights or a disabled driver and do not move out of the way. The technology offers a real-time, GPS-based alert that informs drivers of ISP traffic activity in their area and urges them to move over and slow down.

Drivers are alerted to crashes, traffic stops, motorist assists, and even debris in the roadway. These alerts, along with a police officer’s GPS coordinates, are fed to Google Cloud, where they are "transformed" and sent to Waze. As a driver approaches the GPS location, he or she will receive a police officer, crash, or disabled vehicle icon on the map screen.

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 Posted on October 14,2024 in Family Law

Child support collected and retained by DHFS between January 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024 will be passed on to the family, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Pritzker. This makes Illinois the first state in the nation to ensure that families receive 100 percent of the child support they should receive. Single mothers and struggling families in the state need every dollar to survive and care for their children.  

Child support payments collected going forward will be sent to the parent the month after being collected and will not adversely affect a parent’s eligibility for TANF benefits. If you are uncertain about these changes or have questions regarding any aspect of child support or other family law matters, a Bloomingdale, IL family law attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can help.

Is the Amount of Child Support Altered When One Parent Receives Government Assistance?

Parents who are in the middle of determining the allocation of parental responsibilities and child support may wonder whether receiving government benefits will change the amount of child support. Child support in Illinois is calculated by taking the combined adjusted net income of both parents and then assigning support costs to each parent according to his or her contribution to the combined income, with some allowed deductions.    

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 Posted on October 14,2024 in Immigration

The U.S. Department of State began accepting online applications for the 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery on Wednesday, October 2, at 12:00 p.m. The window for applications is very short, only lasting until November 5 at 12:00 p.m. (EST). This program will make 55,000 green cards available to foreign citizens, particularly from countries that do not typically send large numbers of immigrants to the U.S. Since there could be website delays as a result of high demand, the sooner you apply for the green card lottery, the better.  If you could benefit from experienced legal assistance for this application or another immigration issue, a Bloomingdale, IL immigration attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices can help.

What Is the Green Card Lottery and Who is Eligible?

The Diversity Visa Program is also known as the Green Card Lottery. Under this program, a limited number of immigrant visas are available each year. The eligibility requirements include:

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 Posted on September 26,2024 in Family Law

Suppose you are the parent receiving child support for your three children. The child support check fails to arrive one month, so you call your ex to ask about it.  "Sorry, I lost my job," is the answer you receive. You can almost see the shoulder shrug through the phone. 

How will you continue to support your children without child support? What are your options? The sooner you speak to a knowledgeable Lombard, IL child support attorney from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, the quicker the situation can reach a resolution that does not involve depriving your children of the basic necessities.  

Is a Job Loss Reason Enough to Stop Paying Child Support?

The legitimate loss of a job is never a good thing, but some parents who think they are paying too much child support may become unemployed on purpose. Whatever the reason for unemployment, the paying parent should be aware that his or her obligation to pay child support does not end when a job ends. The court still expects the paying parent to continue making regular monthly child support payments until he or she can get a court hearing after requesting a modification of child support.

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 Posted on September 23,2024 in Personal Injury

Few people enjoy going to the dentist, but good dental hygiene and prompt treatment of oral issues are necessary for your overall health. You have probably heard about medical malpractice, when a physician, hospital, or other healthcare provider harms patients through negligence. Did you know that dentists can also be held liable for their negligence?

What kinds of negligence can apply to dentistry, and what are common consequences? Can you get compensation? The knowledgeable lawyers from Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices invite you to discuss your case with us during a free consultation.

What Is Medical Malpractice?

Doctors and other healthcare professionals are legally obligated to uphold a high standard to give their patients the best possible care. Like most other personal injury claims, dental and medical malpractice cases are based on negligence. A rough definition of medical or dental negligence is failing to provide the same level of care that another healthcare professional with a similar background would have provided in the same circumstances.

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 Posted on September 23,2024 in Immigration

In 2023, ICE conducted 143,000 removals to more than 180 countries across the United States—almost twice the number of removals from the prior year. Another 63,000 noncitizens were removed when the Title 42 policy ended in May 2023. Illinois ranks sixth among states with the largest unauthorized immigrant population.

While numerous studies show that undocumented immigrants are not displacing U.S.-born workers and are essential to the success and continued viability of numerous industries, many undocumented immigrants will face removal proceedings at some point. Receiving a removal order can be a frightening, anxiety-inducing experience. However, many of those who receive removal orders have lived and worked in the U.S. for years if not decades.

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 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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