Following his recent passing, we honor the life and work of our founding partner, Robert B. Plager. Bob was born and raised in DeKalb, graduated from the University of Illinois Law School in 1967 and joined our firm, then known as Hunter, Hunter & Madden. During his more than 40-year career serving clients in […]
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Challenges in Estate Planning for Blended Families
Estate planning for blended families presents unique legal challenges that require careful consideration and thoughtful strategies. Blended families, which may include children from previous relationships, new spouses, and various familial dynamics, face complexities that traditional families may not encounter. Equitable Distribution of Assets One of the primary challenges in estate planning for blended families is […]
Read more...Clarification from the IRS on Inherited IRA Distributions
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released final regulations regarding required minimum distributions (RMDs) from inherited IRAs under the SECURE Act. According to the SECURE Act, all assets in an inherited IRA must be fully withdrawn by the end of the 10th year following the death of the IRA […]
Read more...Salary Disclosure in Job Listings
Effective January 1, 2025, employers, when listing a job opening, must disclose the compensation for the position. The law, which applies only to employers with 10 or more employees, requires that job listings must contain the range of wage or salary the position will pay and a general description of benefits. Benefits include insurance and […]
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