CHILD ABUSE, Should I Call CPS First? If you witness abuse, see visual marks or bruises that don’t seem normal, or hear or see something from a child or teen (Physical, Mental, Sexual), you should call Child Protective Services at 800-25-ABUSE (800-252-2873). How Can Watson Law Help with Child Abuse? In many family law cases there […]
What is Alimony? In Illinois, alimony, also known as spousal support or maintenance, is calculated by subtracting 25% of the recipient’s net income from 33.3% of the payer’s net income. However, the recipient’s share cannot be more than 40% of the combined net income of both parties. A party may ask the court to deviate […]
At Watson Law, we practice Family Law Adoption to clients throughout our Peoria, IL and Chicago, IL service areas. Illinois Statutes and regulations can become frustrating and delayed which is why hiring us is in your best interest. Our attorneys and paralegals are ready to help you start or continue your adoption. What is Adoption? […]