by Jonathan Cole | Mar 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
When Timing Matters in Probate: Lessons from In re Estate of Riekena Probate can already feel overwhelming for families during a difficult time. But what happens when disagreements arise about how estate property is handled, especially when someone waits too long to...
by Jonathan Cole | Mar 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
Why Probate Bonds Are Required in Illinois and How a Will Can Waive Them When a loved one passes away, the probate process can feel overwhelming. One issue that often surprises families is the requirement that the executor or administrator post a probate bond. Many...
by Jonathan Cole | Mar 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Responsibilities of a Duly Appointed Guardian in Illinois: What Families Should Know When an Illinois court appoints a guardian, it is placing a great deal of trust in that individual. Being a duly appointed guardian is not just an honor, it is a serious legal...
by Jonathan Cole | Mar 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Guardianship of the Person vs. Guardianship of the Estate: What’s the Difference in Illinois? When a loved one can no longer make decisions for themselves, an Illinois court may appoint a guardian to step in and help. But not all guardianships are the same. In fact,...
by Jonathan Cole | Feb 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Basic Process and Procedure of Probate in Illinois Have you recently lost a loved one and heard the word probate for the first time? You’re not alone. Probate can feel overwhelming, especially during an already difficult time. The good news is that the process...
by Jonathan Cole | Feb 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Testate vs. Intestate Estates in Illinois: What’s the Difference, and Why It Matters! Have you ever wondered what happens to someone’s property after they pass away if they did—or did not—have a will?In Illinois probate law, the difference comes down to whether an...
by Jonathan Cole | Feb 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
Social Security Disability and Repeated Complications of Blood Disorders: Understanding Listing 7.18 Living with a serious blood disorder can mean more than lab results and doctor visits — it can mean repeated hospitalizations, ongoing symptoms, and daily struggles...
by Jonathan Cole | Feb 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
Social Security Disability After Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplantation: Understanding Listing 7.17 A bone marrow or stem cell transplant is not just a medical procedure — it is a life-altering event. Recovery is long, demanding, and often unpredictable. Because of...
by Jonathan Cole | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Social Security Disability and Bone Marrow Failure Disorders: Understanding Listing 7.10 Living with a bone marrow failure disorder can be overwhelming. These conditions often cause severe fatigue, frequent infections, bleeding complications, and repeated...
by Jonathan Cole | Feb 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Social Security Disability and Bleeding Disorders: Understanding Listing 7.08 Bleeding and clotting disorders can turn everyday activities into serious medical risks. For individuals living with hemophilia, thrombocytopenia, or other disorders of thrombosis and...
