Posted on November 12, 2025 in Immigration

The Supreme Court recently declined to review a challenge to a federal rule that allows spouses of H-1B visa holders to work in the United States. This non-decision leaves intact a 2024 appellate decision that upheld the legality of the program. The challenge to the rule came from a group known as Save Jobs USA, who believe that H-1B visas are taking jobs that should be given to American workers.

Regardless, this outcome was undoubtedly a relief for families living and working in the U.S. on an H-1B primary worker’s visa and an H-4 visa, which allows the spouses of the primary worker to also work and make a living. This issue has been in litigation for almost ten years. A 2015 rule allowed H-4 dependent spouses to work in the United States. Since that time, more than 258,000 H-4 visa holders have received work authorization.

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 Posted on November 12, 2025 in Personal Injury

Commercial trucks are enormous machines that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Because of this, their brakes must work perfectly every time. When they do not, the consequences are catastrophic. A truck with failing brakes can plow through traffic and cause serious injuries and fatalities.

If you or someone you love was hurt in a truck accident caused by brake failure, you may be able to recover compensation. A Naperville truck accident attorney can help you investigate what went wrong and take legal action against the trucking company or other responsible parties.

Why Truck Brakes Fail

Truck brakes are complex systems that need constant maintenance. When those systems fail, it usually means something important was overlooked.

The most common causes of brake failure are poor maintenance, worn or defective parts, overloaded trucks, and bad driving. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) require trucking companies to inspect and repair truck brakes. When they cut corners, innocent drivers on the road pay the price.

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 Posted on October 30, 2025 in Immigration

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program was built around the idea of the direct, measurable creation of jobs. However, in today’s remote and hybrid job market, the definition of "created jobs" has caused confusion. Can virtual employees working from home – and potentially even across state lines – count toward the "ten full-time positions" required for EB-5 immigration compliance?

As the USCIS continues to tighten oversight, investors and regional centers are increasingly embroiled in disputes regarding what qualifies as a legitimate U.S. job. An experienced DuPage County, IL immigration attorney can help ensure your EB-5 visa remains compliant.  

What is the EB-5 Job Creation Program?

The EB-5 Job Creation Program is a U.S. immigration pathway that gives a green card to foreign investors who invest a minimum amount of capital in a U.S. enterprise, creating at least 10 full-time jobs for American workers. The program was created in 1990 to stimulate the U.S. economy and is administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The two primary paths for investment are either a direct investment or an investment through a USCIS-approved regional center.  The program requirements include:

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 Posted on October 28, 2025 in Family Law

When parents divorce, that does not stop their responsibilities toward their children from continuing long after the kids graduate high school. One of the most common and confusing issues is how to handle child support and, later, the cost of college.

Many parents are surprised to learn that Illinois law allows courts to require one or both parents to help pay for their child’s higher education costs. Understanding how these laws work can help you prepare for what lies ahead. Our experienced DuPage County, IL divorce attorneys are here to help. 

How Does Illinois Law Handle College Expenses After Divorce?

Under Section 513 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/513), a court may order either or both parents to pay for a child’s educational costs. This includes college, but it could also be vocational school or professional training. Courts can require parents to pay for tuition, housing, books, and other fees.

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 Posted on October 28, 2025 in Personal Injury

When you need to see a doctor, you deserve care from a safe, competent healthcare worker. Unfortunately, medical errors are one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States. When a doctor, nurse, or hospital does not give a patient proper care, and that patient dies as a result, the surviving family may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. 

If your family has suffered the unimaginable because of negligent healthcare, you deserve answers and justice. At Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, our Lombard, IL personal injury attorneys help clients pursue both. Call us today at 630-932-9100.

What Is Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death?

In Illinois, medical malpractice is when a healthcare provider does not follow the accepted standard of care. In wrongful death cases, that failure directly causes injury or death. A wrongful death lawsuit allows surviving family members to recover compensation. This may include medical bills, funeral costs, loss of income, and the emotional impact of losing a loved one.

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 Posted on October 13, 2025 in Family Law

Spousal maintenance, often called alimony, is meant to help a spouse who cannot support himself or herself after a divorce. However, for the spouse who is making alimony payments, a common question is when payments can stop. Under Illinois law, there are several circumstances when payments can be reduced or stopped.

If you are paying alimony and want to know when it can stop, you need to understand what the law allows and how to protect your rights. At Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, our Naperville family law attorneys have many decades of experience helping clients change or end alimony orders. We will discuss your situation in clear terms and help you understand your options. 

When Does Alimony End Automatically?

There are specific situations where Illinois law automatically ends a person’s obligation to pay maintenance:

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 Posted on October 11, 2025 in Immigration

While wage theft hits virtually every industry, the undocumented are often hit the hardest. Many immigrant workers put up with unpaid overtime and even withheld final paychecks because they fear retaliation or deportation if they speak up. Illinois law is very clear on this issue. Under the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act (820 ILCS 115), all workers are protected, regardless of immigration status.

Despite the constant flux in federal immigration laws, recent updates and enforcement initiatives have strengthened the rights of immigrants regarding wage theft, giving workers new ways to recover stolen wages, penalties, and even attorneys’ fees. An experienced Lombard, IL immigration attorney can help you determine whether you are the victim of wage theft, and, if so, the best way to recover those wages without risking removal.

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 Posted on October 11, 2025 in Personal Injury

Halloween is almost here again. The streets in Illinois will soon be filled with thousands of youngsters going door-to-door asking for tricks or treats. Although Halloween is an endearing and time-honored tradition for many families, being out on the sidewalks and in the streets after dark has serious risks. Some families find themselves facing tragedy at the end of the night.

If your child was hurt during Halloween activities, you have the right to answers. At Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices, our Lombard, IL pedestrian injury lawyers help parents of injured children pursue meaningful damages, making sure careless people are held accountable and preventing future incidents.

Do Trick or Treaters Have the Right of Way?

When children out trick-or-treating are on sidewalks, crossing the road at designated intersections, and otherwise following the rules, they have the right of way. Kids who are hurt through no fault of their own by careless drivers – especially people who are driving drunk or under the influence of drugs – have the right to seek damages in a lawsuit or an insurance claim.

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 Posted on September 25, 2025 in Immigration

If you are planning on applying for U.S. citizenship in the near future, you should know about a major change under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as directed by the current administration. The civics test (known as the naturalization test) will become more difficult as of October 20th, 2025. Applicants will be required to answer more questions from more areas, and a higher number of correct answers will be required to pass the test.

The changes will restore a more difficult version of the 2020 test, while also creating new challenges. In particular, non-citizen immigrants who have limited resources to prepare for the test and speak English as a second language could find the new test problematic. More information about the new test can be found below. It can also be beneficial to speak to an experienced Bloomingdale, IL family immigration attorney who can answer any questions you may have.

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 Posted on September 25, 2025 in Family Law

Many people assume that child support is something fathers always pay to mothers after a divorce or separation. But in reality, Illinois law does not look at gender when deciding child support. Mothers can be required to pay support just like fathers, depending on custody arrangements and each parent’s income.

If you are a mother going through a divorce or facing a custody dispute, it is important to understand when child support applies. With over 175 years of combined experience, our client-focused Bloomingdale, IL child custody attorneys guide parents through these questions every day. We offer free consultations to help you plan your next steps.

How Child Support Works in Illinois

Illinois child support laws are found in the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/505). Since 2017, the state has used an income shares model to calculate child support. This model adds up both parents’ incomes and divides support between them based on how much each one earns.

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