On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Civil unions grant same-sex couples with many liberties associated with marriages granted to opposite-sex couples. Even with many new rights that are granted to couples, they will still likely face family law issues when Illinois law conflicts with federal law or other states' laws on various issues.
As same-sex couples in Illinois may be finding out with tax season upon us, those who are in a civil union in Illinois are required to calculate their federal taxes twice once as joint for conversions to the Illinois tax form, and once as single because the federal government doesn't recognize civil unions.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Deciding you want to get a divorce can be a very difficult decision. Many Peoria couples who are contemplating divorce often aren't sure where to start. They don't want to miss a step or an important detail that might leave them with less than they had during the marriage.
Couples who have decided to seek a divorce should take it upon themselves to make sure they understand how their own finances work, what their financial and property assets are, including retirement accounts, and make sure they will be able to handle all of the daily and monthly tasks, that a couple might normally split up, on their own.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, February 1, 2012
It's that time of year again. Tax season is in full swing. If you divorced your spouse last year and changed your last name, there are some things you may need to do differently when filing your taxes this year. The IRS doesn't automatically recognize your name change, unless you have filed the proper paperwork.
Sometimes tax filing can be worked out in a divorce decree, but changing a name after the divorce is final might add a few more steps to filing taxes other than those outlined in the decree. Since we live in a digital world, and many taxes are filed electronically, the IRS computers need to be able to match your name and Social Security number.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Child Support on Thursday, January 26, 2012
The Office of Inspector General has introduced a new website. The purpose is to expose people who have neglected their child support payments in the most extreme circumstances. This website also raises awareness of how the Illinois residents might seek help from the federal government to enforce child support payments.
This website features a most wanted list of child support violators. They are the people who owe the most child support in the country, and have been skipping payments for long periods of time. Some on the list owe more than $100,000 and one even owed more than $1 million. The site features photos of the most wanted violators, as well as information that might lead to their arrests and how much each of them owes.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Paternity on Tuesday, January 24, 2012
When a couple seeks a divorce, many times children can be put at the forefront. Many times Illinois father's automatically assume that their soon to be ex-wife will end up with full custody of the children, and he will just end up paying child support. This mentality is destroying the family relationship right along with the divorce.
This doesn't have to be the case. Many fathers simply succumb to the stereotypical divorced father who lives in the studio apartment and can't see his kids. When men who can provide a stable constructive living situation for their children want custody, they should fight to ensure they have a fair chance at receiving split-custody with the kids' other parent.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Child Support on Thursday, January 19, 2012
Providing for a child's wellbeing has always been the reason behind child support payments. Many people, however, feel that the formula used to calculate child support in Illinois is far outdated. This 1980s calculation uses a calculation that doesn't take into account both parents' incomes or how much time the child spends with each.
By changing the child support formula, most likely, many of the parents who had their child support calculated with the old system will not have their payments recalculated, since it would cost the state too much money. It would however provide a more accurate foundation for families going forward.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Divorce on Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Although legal separations are not as popular as divorce, it might be an option for some couples. People in Illinois might think about different religious beliefs when their marriage appears to be over and they are contemplating divorce. They may also still love their spouse, but just are not able to live in the same house anymore. These couples might have another option.
Legal separation does many of the same things as divorce, but isn't considered and actual end of the marriage. If you seek a legal separation, you can determine the division of assets, custody of your children, child support and alimony. Many of the same things are included in a divorce agreement. So, you may be wondering if divorce and legal separation agreements are so similar, why not just get a divorce?
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Child Support on Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Child support issues are a concern for those living in Illinois and elsewhere, and outstanding payments from three decades ago may come back to haunt people. That was the case for one man who was arrested earlier this month for failing to pay child support over 30 years ago.
A 70-year-old Georgia man was arrested in Wisconsin after initially being pulled over for having a loud car exhaust and driving without tail lights. However, during the traffic stop it was determined that the man had an outstanding warrant for child support.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Divorce on Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Seven states in the country now allow same sex couples to be married. Although Illinois is not one of them, last June the state became one of six states to recognize civil unions.
While a civil union is not the legal equivalent of a marriage, it does offer many of the benefits and protections. Since June, more than 1,800 couples have taken advantage of the new law in Cook County alone.
On behalf of Borsberry Law Offices, P.C. posted in Child Custody on Friday, December 16, 2011
Child custody issues can arise for a variety of reasons, but it is rare that children are removed from their home because of weight-related issues.
Recently, an 8-year-old boy was removed from his home and placed into foster care after county officials said his mother failed to do enough to get the boy's weight down. Now, she is fighting to gain back child custody of her son.
