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3 Reasons Family Members Can Contest A Will Or Estate Plan
Some probate litigation focuses on the actions of the executor handling the estate or the trustee managing specific assets. These individuals empowered by the courts or by testamentary documents may prove incompetent or might use their position for personal gain....
3 Delayed Signs Of A Serious Injury After A Crash
Did you know that you could be badly hurt in an auto accident and not really show any outward signs of injury for several hours or days? Sometimes, the chemicals released by the brain to help you fight through the trauma of serious injuries mask the damage that has...
Distractions Lead To Thousands Of Deaths And Injuries Annually
Distracted driving leads to thousands of collisions every year. In fact, around eight people are killed each day as a result of collisions involving distracted drivers. When you think of distracted driving, you may imagine someone who is texting or calling a friend....
3 Mental States That Are Dangerous For Someone At The Wheel
Driving is a dangerous task. Although you may take for granted that you will arrive safely whenever you get in a vehicle, that isn’t necessarily the case. Everything from the weather and the condition of your vehicle to your mental state will influence your likelihood...
Did the officer follow proper procedures in your DUI arrest?
A law enforcement officer has stopped your car. He exits his vehicle and asks you where you have been, adding that he noticed your car was weaving along the road. He suspects you of DUI. Soon you find yourself in field sobriety tests as the officer seeks to determine...
Who can be held responsible in a truck accident?
When a much smaller motor vehicle collides with a large truck that weighs several tons, the aftermath can leave an indelible impression on the people involved – if they survive – and witnesses to such a horrific accident. Survivors and their families face financial...
When is it time to contact a business litigation attorney?
As a business owner, you know that conflict can do significant damage to your business’s reputation, its day-to-day operations and its bottom line. As a result, you might be hesitant to hire an attorney when conflict arises. However, working with a business litigation...
What Common Disputes Should You Prepare For In Probate Litigation?
The probate process is notoriously complex, even without the possibility of litigation. When issues that involve litigation arise, it can create even more issues. There are several types of situations and disputes that can prompt litigation. Three of the most common...
Open During Covid19
All of the attorneys and support staff at Ekl Williams & Provenzale hope that this email finds you and your families safe and healthy as Illinois (as well as most of the rest of the country) remains under a “sheltering in place” order. While we too are going through a...
