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May 14, 2025 • By Richard A. Vanguard • 8 min read
The decisions made in the first three days after an accident can make or break a personal injury claim. Most people instinctively say the wrong things to insurance adjusters, miss critical evidence, or delay medical treatment in ways that insurers later exploit. Here's the exact sequence of steps our attorneys recommend.
April 28, 2025 • Patricia M. Vance
Limitation of liability, indemnification, choice of law, arbitration, and intellectual property ownership — ignore any of these and you could be signing away far more than you realize.
April 10, 2025 • James T. Holloway
Miranda rights aren't just a TV trope. Anything you say before, during, or after an arrest can and will be used against you. Our criminal defense partner explains the most common — and costly — mistakes people make.
March 22, 2025 • Diane S. Chen
Most Illinoisans think a Will is sufficient estate planning. It isn't. We explain why probate court is expensive, public, and slow — and how a living trust sidesteps all three problems.
March 5, 2025 • Richard A. Vanguard
Insurance adjusters have sophisticated formulas to calculate injury settlements. Understanding how they work gives you leverage. Our lead partner reveals the tactics they use and how we counter them.
February 18, 2025 • Diane S. Chen
Illinois courts use a 17-factor test to determine custody arrangements. Most parents are surprised by which factors carry the most weight. We break it down simply so you can prepare effectively.
January 30, 2025 • Patricia M. Vance
Many buyers assume title insurance covers all risks at closing. It doesn't. Here's what a real estate attorney catches that a title company never will — and why in Illinois, you need both.