by Michael Delaney | Jan 22, 2020 | Attorney News, Uncategorized
Business disputes can be costly. But what constitutes a “business dispute?” In general, it is any kind of disagreement between two businesses that is based on the agreement the two businesses signed. Common disputes occur between a business and a contractor or...
by Michael Delaney | Dec 11, 2019 | Attorney News, Uncategorized
If you believe you have been wronged in a business relationship you may have a claim for breach of fiduciary duty. When one party, person, or entity holds a fiduciary duty to another party, person or entity, that duty is defined as holding something of value in good...
by Michael Delaney | Aug 29, 2019 | Attorney News, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Scams, Social Security, Special Needs
Elder mediation is the process of resolving a dispute that involves an elder and their family. Making decisions can be difficult, especially when you are deciding on behalf of someone else. Even when all the family is getting along well, you should expect to see some...
by Amy Delaney | May 28, 2019 | Aging, Attorney News, Elder Law
On May 23rd, the House of Representatives passed a bill known as the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Bill of 2019 (HR 1994), also known as the SECURE Act. This legislation will serve as one of the most significant changes to hit IRA and...
by Michael Delaney | May 13, 2019 | Aging, Attorney News, Elder Abuse and Exploitation, Elder Law, Guardianship
In emergencies, the court can appoint a temporary guardian. The court will appoint a temporary guardian when necessary for the immediate protection of the person or his or her estate. The term emergency guardianship means you are requesting the court to appoint a...
by Amy Delaney | May 3, 2019 | Attorney News, Elder Law, Medicaid, Nursing Homes
Heather Voorn, President of the Illinois Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) presented the Legislator of the Year Award to Illinois Senator John Mulroe. In the last legislative session, Senator Mulroe tackled several complex issues...
