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Quick Takes on Illinois Supreme Court Opinions Issued Thursday, October 18
The Illinois Supreme Court handed down seven opinions on Thursday, October 18. The court affirmed that the warrantless use of a drug-detection dog at a man’s apartment door violated his Fourth Amendment rights in People v. Bonilla, reversed the appellate court’s judgment vacating a man’s sentences and remanding for resentencing for a murder conviction in People v. Harris, upheld a circuit court’s decision to seal two motions filed by a defendant facing murder charges in People v.
Teaming Up: How Chiropractors AND LAWYERS CAN BEAT THE INSURANCE COMPANIES ON AUTO CLAIMS
Speeding. Cell, phones. Texting. Our roads have never been more dangerous. At the same time, the insurance companies have never done less to fairly compensate innocent individuals injured in motor vehicle collisions. Therefore, it is imperative that lawyers and doctors communicate and educate each other about the current conditions of their respective practices in order to successfully resolve personal injury cases.
Estate Planning 101: 5 Lessons for New Parents
Whether you are adopting or giving birth to a child, overseeing a minor's life is fraught with expansive (and expensive) tasks: Feeding, fretting, toileting and procuring seem to consume the new parent. So, while it is understandable why new parents are laser focused on their newborn's immediate needs, they should have the wherewithal to remember the importance of making preparations for their child if something were to happen to themselves. Here are five steps to get new parents started.
Proving "DWS" (Driving While Stoned) in Florida
INTRODUCTION At 4:20 pm, on a warm South Florida evening, a trooper stops a vehicle driven by Mary Wanna. Her vehicle had a broken tail light. When the trooper approaches, he smells the odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle. Mary appears to be lethargic and has the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from her breath. Her eyes are glossy and bloodshot and her movements are slow. The trooper asks the driver if she has been drinking.
Law Offices of Randolph Rice Voted Best Criminal Defense Firm
"This ranking is meaningful because it speaks to the top-notch service that is the foundation of our firm," says founder Randolph Rice. "We work tirelessly every day to provide the best outcomes for our clients, beginning with 24/7 access and strategically advising our clients every step of the way. It's exciting to know that these votes are endorsements from satisfied clients.
Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Presents Chicago Family Law Judge Helaine Berger at Legal Seminar
The seminar featured Hon. Helaine L. Berger (Ret.) as its keynote speaker who lectured on "Mediating the Family Law Case." Judge Berger served 19 years as a judge in the Cook County Circuit Court's Domestic Relations Division and the Child Protection and Juvenile Justice Departments. Maureen A.
Father's Rights Attorney and Renowned Author Jeffery M. Leving Featured at Chicago Literary Festival
Jeffery Leving's most recent book, "How to Be a Good Divorced Dad", received praise from President Barack Obama and an endorsement from Francis Cardinal George of the Archdiocese of Chicago. This book presents essential advice for divorced or divorcing dads of any age, background and marital history. It's filled with practical ideas for staying connected with children and dealing with ex-wives and in some cases a new girlfriend or the wife's new boyfriend during the divorce and afterward.
Jeffery M. Leving Helps Chicago Divorced Dad Save Son from Vicious Beatings by Mother’s New Husband
This Chicago dad reported that his son frantically called him to pick him up at a secret location. After dad picked up his son, the boy reported that his half-brothers had jointly beaten him at his mother's house, including hitting him with a heavy pole, which could have killed him. This heartbroken dad was told by police officers that despite the beating, he had to bring his son back to his mother's house because there was no Court Order giving him custody or visitation.
Rue Ratings Best Attorneys of America Selects Attorney Zulu Ali as one of the Nation's Top Attorneys
RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Rue Ratings Best Attorneys of America invites The Law Office of Zulu Ali's Principal and Founder, Zulu Ali, to become a lifetime charter member of "Best Attorneys of America" representing California as one of the state's top 100 lawyers. Less than one percent (1%) of the attorneys in the US have been invited to become members of this distinguished group.
Fathers' Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving Supports April 2018 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month
CHICAGO, April 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- National Child Abuse Prevention Month is an important reminder of the dire consequences of child abuse. The human cost, measured in lost development, potential, and pain, is incalculable. To improve the well-being and safety of our nation's children, we must support paternal involvement. Statistics demonstrate the detrimental effects of father absence on children. The absence of a biological dad increases a daughter's vulnerability to rape and sexual abuse.
5 Things to Do the Moment a Loved One Passes Away
When a person passes away and his or her family members have dealt with their initial emotions, the real work begins. If there is any bright side of someone dying, it's that their loved ones may be receiving money.
Las Vegas Valley resident wins $600K jackpot at The Orleans
Friday the 13th has proven fortunate for someone in the Las Vegas Valley. At 2:30 a.m., a valley resident won $621,606.55 playing a Buffalo slot machine at The Orleans, the casino-resort said in a statement on Twitter. The Orleans, just west of the Strip on Tropicana Avenue, is owned and operated by Boyd Gaming.
Jeffery Leving Legal Team saves Texas Dad’s Son from Abuse in Chicago
After an incredible cross country journey from Chicago to Texas that the boy made on his own, he felt safe and secure when he made it into the loving arms of his father. But this happy story seemed like it was about to end tragically, because immediately after the boy found refuge with his devoted father, the mother went into court without giving any advance notice to the father.
What About Suing Gun Manufacturers For Stoneman Douglas H.S. Shooting?
For years, one of the arguments that we’ve heard about cigarettes is that they are filled with nicotine, which is addictive, which causes health problems and even death. That argument has been successfully made in lawsuits against “Big Tobacco,” the companies responsible for putting those “cancer sticks” into the stream of commerce. The argument is that those companies knew, or should have known, that their product would cause harm, and thus, they have to pay.
Jeffery Leving Legal Team Reunites Chicago Father with Three Little Girls after Intoxicated Mother
The mother ended up in jail and the father had no idea where his kids were. He became even more distressed as he learned that his youngest daughter had been taken out of school, and he was cut off from all contact with his own children. This desperate father then turned to Fathers' Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving for help. He put together his legal team, headed by Andrew Muchoney. The Leving team designed a brilliant legal strategy to get the 3 little girls returned safely to their dad.
In deadly fire at West Chester nursing home, what went wrong?
The fast moving November fire that left four dead at the Barclay Friends senior citizens home in West Chester has baffled and alarmed fire-protection experts nationwide. How could the flames race so quickly through a modern facility protected by an extensive sprinkler system? And if that system was adequate, why was there little evidence that fleeing residents had been doused by the water that should have rained from every ceiling to suppress the fire?
Innovative Immigration firm Unveils Pricing Guidelines
-- This week the Law Offices of Lara Wagner, LLC, an innovative immigration law firm based in Chicago, Illinois, released a guide to the firm's services and the price ranges associated with those services on its website, www.lkwagnerlaw.com.Firm founder and principal attorney, Lara Wagner, said that she hopes making the price ranges available to the public -- a transparency feature rare in the all-too-often opaque market for legal services-- will make the firm's legal services more accessible...
Renowned Attorney Jeffery M. Leving to Keynote National Families and Fathers Conference in Los
"For more than 15 years, I have supported Fathers and Families Coalition of America, championing the rights of children. Children must excel and be their best and have the support of both parents. Our future as a nation starts with building healthy communities," said Leving. Fathers and Families Coalition of America's National 19th Annual Conference will take place from February 19 to February 23, 2018 at the Sheraton Gateway LAX Hotel in Los Angeles.
Emmy-Winning ’60 Minutes’ Producer and Attorney, Coleman Cowan, Joins James Scott Farrin
Tessener said, "I hired Coleman because he is smart, confident, an excellent communicator and story-teller, and a passionate advocate. A great litigator is a good story teller. Coleman's ability to tell compelling stories will only enhance his litigation efforts." As the number of attorneys who take cases to trial seems to be declining, the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is expanding its trial litigation practice.
Jeffery Leving Defending Devastated Father Court Ordered To Pay Child Support For Infant Allegedly Murdered By Mother
Last week, attorneys Jeffery M. Leving and Kevin O'Connor filed suit against Lydia Home Association, Inc. and Safe Families for Children Alliance, Inc., both commonly known in the community as Safe Families for Children, on behalf of Freeman, who tragically lost his nine-month-old baby daughter, Cherish, as a result of the reported negligence of Safe Families.
Victoria Kuzmina named as one of the "Best Immigration Attorneys" in Washington DC by Expertise
Victoria Kuzmina is the principal immigration attorney at the Law Offices of Victoria V Kuzmina.
Pictures Are Often Invaluable in San Diego Slip-and-Fall Cases
As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. When seeking to prove that a slip or fall was caused by someone else’s negligence, a photo can be invaluable evidence. Slip-and-fall accidents occur when a person slips, trips, or falls as the result of a dangerous or hazardous condition on someone's property. Injuries can result from a wide range of hazards, including: When these accidents result in serious injuries or death, the property owner must be held accountable.
King Law Offices Introduces Tiered Estate Planning Packages for NC and SC Residents
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- King Law Offices, a full-service law firm with 12 offices in North Carolina and South Carolina, has introduced three estate planning service packages that provide plan participants with discounted legal fees for the development and execution of estate planning documents as well as additional service discounts for immediate family members.
Diana Zitser Recognized as One of the 'Top 50 2018 Women Southern California Super Lawyers'
World News: . [Law Offices of Diana P. Zitser, APC via Globe Newswire via SPi World News] LOS ANGELES, Jan.
Star Jones’ fiancé, Super Attorney Ricardo Lugo, joins Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.
As former Deputy General Counsel, Chief Investigator and Chief Deputy Clerk of the Cook County Clerk of Court, he managed and supervised over 50 employees, consisting of investigators that were Chicago Police Officers and Illinois State Police Officers. Lugo is dedicated to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of education, business and society.
John Burkhead of Law Offices of Frank L. Branson Selected to D Magazine’s Best Lawyers Under 40
Mr. Burkhead's practice focuses on high-stakes personal injury litigation and business disputes. He represents individuals and families of those who have suffered injuries and deaths in truck crashes and other transportation accidents, as well as victims of all types of corporate negligence. In addition, he represents individuals and businesses involved in complex commercial disputes. "At The Law Offices of Frank L.
How to Perform the Duties of Executor of an Estate
Administering to a deceased person's estate requires a lot of thankless work. Most people only act as an executor once or twice in their life -- you might only probate your surviving parent's will and possibly your spouse's will, if you survive him/her -- so it's not a process you do often enough to practice at it.
Jeffery Leving Legal Team Secures a Christmas to Remember for Dad
This terrified father called Jeffery Leving to ensure that his daughter would remain in his life and that she would be protected from the continued alienation at the hands of the mother and maternal grandparents. When this father met with Leving, firm attorney Austin Vandeveer joined them as Leving and Vandeveer's extensive experience in cases involving parental alienation would be vital to accomplishing this father's goals.
Jeffery M. Leving to Support Roundtable Discussion on Landmark Illinois Legislation to Provide Divorced Parents Equal time with their Children
The discussion is scheduled to take place at the Michael A. Bilandic State of Illinois Building in Chicago, which houses Illinois Supreme Court Justices and the Illinois First District Appellate Court, on Wednesday December 13, 2017 at 10 AM. This increase in so-called "shared responsibility" legislation reflects recent studies that have demonstrated the importance of a father's presence in the lives of his children.
Acclaimed Chicago Family Law Attorney Arthur Kallow Keynotes Legal Seminar Series
-- The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next compelling presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series Wednesday, November 15, at 6 p.m. at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago, Illinois. The lecture will be moderated by internationally renowned family law attorney Jeffery M. Leving.The seminar will feature veteran matrimonial attorney Arthur S.
Jeffery M. Leving Legal Team Saves Infant from going Deaf and Blind
This father has a 5-month-old daughter with serious medical issues which could lead to the child becoming blind and deaf without regular medical care with specialists. All of the child's doctors are in the Chicagoland area and she has been receiving constant care since birth. The mother took the child from her home away from her loving father, to a distant state without dad's permission and where none of the child's medical specialists are located.
Chicago Dad Saves Son from Abusive and Disturbed Mother
Although the boy's mother was previously court ordered to share parenting time and major decisions with the minor child with his father, the mother began exhibiting increasingly erratic and bizarre behaviors.
Girardi/Keese and the Law Offices of Keith M. Fromm File Multi-Billion Dollar Class Action Against Wells Fargo
This class action is the latest of many accusations assailing how Wells Fargo treats its customers. Wells Fargo's reputation has recently been tarnished by its own admission (and payment of $185 million in fines and penalties), that it opened up 3.5 million fake accounts in the names of its customers, resulting in illegal fees and charges to such customers.
Jeffery Leving Features Top Chicago Transplant Surgeon on CAN-TV
-- Chicago Counterpoint TV host and world-renowned Fathers' Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be joined by Chicago hair transplant surgeon Dr. William Yates, this Thursday September 21, 2017, at 7:30 P.M. (CDT) on CAN-TV's Ch. 21. Chicago Counterpoint TV provides crucial legal education to those seeking to expand their knowledge in their pursuit for legal change and social justice.Dr. William Yates is a proud father of 4 boys, who has always had a passion and drive for excellence.
Chicago Matrimonial Litigator Art Kallow Back by Popular Demand on CAN-TV
-- Chicago Counterpoint TV host and Internationally Renowned Fathers' Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be joined again by family law attorney Arthur S. Kallow, this Thursday September 14, 2017, at 7:30 P.M. (CDT) on CAN-TV's Ch. 21.
Acclaimed matrimonial attorney Arthur S. Kallow keynotes Continuing Legal Education Seminar Series
-- The next installment of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series hosted by the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd., will be held Wednesday, September 20, at 6 p.m. at 19 S. Lasalle St. in Chicago, Illinois. The lecture will be moderated by internationally renowned family law attorney Jeffery M. Leving and coordinated by 2017 Attorney of the Year, Misty Gamino.The seminar will feature esteemed matrimonial attorney Arthur S.
Chicago Best Matrimonial Lawyer James Hagler on CAN-TV
-- This Thursday August 31, 2017 at 7:30PM (CDT) preeminent Fathers' Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be joined by matrimonial attorney and U.S. army veteran James Hagler for another captivating episode of Chicago Counterpoint TV on CAN-TV's Channel 21.
Dads, take your kids safely back to school
-- The first day of school is quickly approaching, and there are many children who will be unaccompanied on their dangerous journey to school. This day is a big event for street gang recruitment. There are many separated and divorced dads that would love to take their children to school on the first day to ensure their safety but can't because of gender biased obstacles.
Dastardly Plan Foiled - Chicago Father Re-United with Daughter
-- On what should have been the most joyful period of his life, a dedicated and loving new father watched as his first newborn daughter was taken from him. The mother took his baby for what was supposed to be a short trip to her grandmothers' house.
Distinguished Illinois matrimonial attorney Art Kallow back on CAN-TV
-- Internationally Renowned Fathers' Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving brings you another powerful episode of Chicago Counterpoint TV and will have as his guest veteran family attorney Arthur S. Kallow this Thursday August 17th, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. (CST) on CAN-TV's Channel 21.
Lori Keeton Selected for Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2018
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Lori Keeton has been selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 in the areas of Municipal Law and Municipal Litigation. Since it was first published in 1983, The Best Lawyers in America has become widely regarded as a respected reference guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers lists are compiled based on detailed peer-review evaluations.
Acclaimed matrimonial attorneys to present at Continuing Legal Education Seminar Series
-- The next installment of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series hosted by the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd., will be held Wednesday, August 16, at 6 p.m. at 19 S. Lasalle St. in Chicago, Illinois. The lecture will be moderated by internationally renowned family law attorney Jeffery M.
Leading Chicago family law attorney Maureen Gorman back on CAN-TV
-- Acclaimed family law attorney Maureen Gorman will be the featured guest once again on Chicago Counterpoint TV this Thursday August 10th, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. (CDT) on Channel 21. Hosted by internationally renowned Fathers' Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving, this show delivers crucial legal education to those seeking social justice.Maureen Gorman is a dedicated and tireless advocate who fights to keep children safe and fearlessly protects the rights of her clients.
7 Tips for Choosing the Right Executor
It's an important question: Who can be trusted to take care of your estate when you're gone? When you pass away and your will is accepted for probate, your executor "steps into your shoes," meaning he or she can perform all the legal tasks you used to do. This includes selling your property, paying creditors, bringing lawsuits, reviewing medical records and distributing your assets to others.
7 Steps for Choosing the Right Executor
It's an important question: Who can be trusted to take care of your estate when you're gone? When you pass away and your will is accepted for probate, your executor "steps into your shoes," meaning he or she can perform all the legal tasks you used to do. This includes selling your property, paying creditors, bringing lawsuits, reviewing medical records and distributing your assets to others.
Top-5 Injury Law Companies in Jacksonville, Florida
OPPORTY is an all-around platform that creates beneficial connections between businesses and people. Our team is excited to present an exclusive list of the TOP 5 Injury Law Firms in Jacksonville City. The list includes the best of the best Injury Law with successfully practicing attorneys who are valued as authoritative leaders in their niche. OPPORTY’s quality control team has developed a special algorithm to create objective and accurate estimations of companies’ performance.
Southside Chicago Father re-united with Son from Abu Dhabi
This terrified father only became aware of this mother's nefarious and intricate plan when his son text messaged him that his mother had taken him. Fearful for the safety of his son, this devastated father called Fathers' Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving for help.
Southside Chicago Father re-united with Son from Abu Dhabi
-- On an otherwise normal summer morning, a dedicated and loving southside Chicago father dropped his ten-year-old son off at school and went to work with plans to pick his son up that afternoon. However, little did this father know that this would be the last time that he would see his son for a long time.
5 Avoidable Mistakes in the Will You Write
I have seen my share of client-drafted wills. While most people opt to have a lawyer draft their last will and testament, there is no requirement that an attorney do so. If you do opt to draft your own will, make sure to avoid the following five mistakes that I repeatedly see in layman-drafted documents: The core idea of a will is that you can leave your money to whomever you choose. However, most people don't understand that your nearest family members are allowed to contest your will in court.
Petition for Writ of Certiorari Filed in Lin v. United States and Republic of China (Taiwan)
Founded in 2008, TCG is an educational and advocacy group representing thousands of individuals who lost their Japanese nationality in 1945. The group aims to normalize Taiwan's legal status in the global community, starting with allowing the Taiwanese people to determine their own nationality through a referendum. In its Petition, Lin vs.
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