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4 Ways A DUI Can Ruin Your Life
The state of Illinois arrested 21,735 drivers for suspected drunk driving in 2021, and the crime resulted in 330 fatalities that year. DUI is dangerous, and getting charged with this crime can cause you severe problems in many areas of life. However, with the help of skilled Naperville DUI lawyers at Covert Marrero Covert LLP, it is possible to have a positive outcome on your case. Learn more below about DUI consequences to your life, then speak to one of our attorneys for legal advice. What Are Penalties In Illinois For A First-Time DUI Convic...
Pros And Cons Of Buying Foreclosures
When a home is sold through a foreclosure auction, it means the owner could not keep pace with their monthly payments. After several missed payments, the lender can take possession of the home and sell it at auction. The purpose is to recover as much of the outstanding debt as possible on the home loan. Buying a foreclosed property for investment purposes means buying a home where the last owner did not pay mortgage payments, property taxes, or both. If you are considering buying foreclosures for your next investment, the information in this bl...
How To Prepare When You Know Divorce Is Coming
Getting a divorce is a complicated emotional process, but many people underestimate the legal and financial complexities. Between the stacks of paperwork, asset division, and potential disagreements about child custody and support, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. But the tips in this article can help the divorce process go more smoothly. If you have questions about divorce, our DuPage County divorce lawyers can help. Covert Marrero Covert LLP, routinely handles divorce and family law cases, such as contested and uncontested divorces, child cust...
How Does A Deficiency Judgment Impact Illinois Foreclosure?
Are you facing foreclosure in Illinois? The foreclosure process is complicated, and it can have financial consequences that last for years. In addition to issues related to foreclosure, the lender can get a deficiency judgment against you for the outstanding balance when the foreclosure is done. Learn about deficiency judgments in this blog post, and speak to our Illinois foreclosure attorneys today if you need assistance. Deficiency Judgment Overview In Illinois, the lender can ask the court to approve a deficiency judgment if they want to pur...
How Can I Protect My Home In An Illinois Divorce?
During an Illinois divorce, a typical disagreement is who gets the house. There is no rule about who gets the house in this situation, but there are ways that you can protect your home and other assets if divorce occurs. Learn more in this article, and speak to our DuPage County divorce lawyer to learn how to protect your assets in a divorce. Protect Yourself With A Prenuptial Agreement The first way to protect specific assets, such as a home, in a divorce, is to draft a prenuptial agreement before the marriage. A prenuptial agreement signed by...
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