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When sellers back out of a sale, buyers may be entitled to compensation for their losses. A contract to sell real estate is legally binding on buyers and sellers. ...
A conflict of interest may prevent real estate agents from representing their clients’ best interests. Dual agency and other less apparent conflicts can place buyers and sellers at a disadvantage. ...
Situations change and what was in the best interest of a child years ago may not be feasible today, which is why child custody orders can be amended as life moves forward. ...
Parents with disabilities may lose custody of their children when government agencies claim that the disability prevents the parents from adequately caring for them. ...
The emergence of tiny houses in the Chicago market may provide a solution for those seeking home ownership, but buyers should be aware that purchasing a tiny house is a real estate transaction ...
Illinois family law does not allow common law marriage between persons who choose to cohabitate, however, the state law does recognize common law marriages that began legally in other states. ...
Sellers of new construction homes are required by Illinois law to provide full disclosures regarding any defects in materials, workmanship, construction quality or safety. ...
A new Illinois law strengthening the disclosure requirements on homes sold with seller financing went into effect in January 2018. ...
Judges hearing Illinois divorce cases usually require divorce lawyers for both parties to meet in at least one pre-trial conference. ...