Monthly Archives: February 2011

Valentine’s Day Divorce?

Valentine’s Day Divorce Valentine’s Day has always been a holiday filled with cards, roses, and candies, but according to a recent article in The New York Post, divorce filings actually increase this time of year. “Over the past two years we’ve seen an average increase of 40 percent in the number of requests for divorce lawyers around Valentine’s Day, compared to the previous six months,” said Mark Britton, founder and CEO of Avvo.com. “Furthermore, the...   Read more ...  

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Civil Union Bill Signed in Illinois

Civil Unions in Illinois In a historic moment, yesterday, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, signed the civil union bill which allows same-sex couples many of the same rights as married couples.  While Illinois is the sixth state to recognize civil unions and domestic partnerships for same-sex partners, it still does not allow gay marriages, as do five other states, including neighboring Iowa, and Washington DC.   The law takes effect on June 1, 2011.  Some of the key protections relat...   Read more ...  

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