By Chris Bailey MARENGO — Like many workers today, Terrence J. McKenna knows what it’s like to have been the last guy hired before an economic downturn hits. “When the economy tanked, I was the low guy on the totem pole, so I was let go,” says McKenna of his experience just before joining Franks,…
Is bankruptcy for me?
January 23, 2015 By
Every New Year, many people resolve to exercise more, lose weight and quit smoking, but what about restructuring your finances, getting more organized financially and taking control of your lingering debt once and for all? The holidays tend to stretch everyone’s budget. Now that they are over, do you find yourself in extreme financial disarray…
Legal questions and answers
December 23, 2014 By
Do I need a lawyer? There are countless legal questions, but perhaps the most popular one, and the one that you should always begin with is, “Do I need a lawyer?” The answer doesn’t necessarily come easily. Certainly you will need to find an attorney if you’ve been served with a lawsuit, are pursuing a…
Have hope and get help with family law
December 12, 2014 By
Many people say that their wedding day was the happiest, or at least one of the happiest days of their lives. Unfortunately, often times the ensuing marriage doesn’t match the same joy of that festive wedding day. It’s sad, but it’s true, that approximately 40 to 50 percent of married couples in the United States…
Landlord-tenant issues — Q&A with FGPG
November 25, 2014 By
Olivia Dirig, an attorney with Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley, in Marengo, Illinois answers questions regarding landlords and their tenants. Q: What are some important points that landlords and tenants should all know? A: You should always have a written lease. It should be as detailed as possible and cover not only the amount of the…
Facing foreclosure—what you need to know
November 24, 2014 By
Layoffs. Illness. There are a number of reasons a person may be facing foreclosure. It’s daunting, unsettling and downright scary. But there are two important things you must do if you find yourself in that position, according to Olivia Dirig, an attorney with Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley, in Marengo. “Take a hard look at what…
Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley in Marengo, IL want you to know what things to do when you have been in an accident
November 7, 2014 By
When injured in an accident, keep track of the days you missed work and the hours and pay rates which you would have been paid In order to present a wage loss claim you need to have the exact dates and times which you were unable to work. If you routinely received overtime and can…
Welcome to Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley, P.C., monthly series on Workers’ Compensation
October 24, 2014 By
Last month we discussed when off-work benefits (TTD, short for Temporary Total Disability) should begin and when they can end. This month is about what to do when the insurance company denies your claim or stops benefits. Generally speaking, there are two main reasons for an insurance company to stop benefits. One is a claim…
Q&A with Jack Franks of Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley, P.C.
October 17, 2014 By
Jack Franks, partner at Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley in Marengo, Illinois, answers questions relating to personal injuries. Q: What is personal injury litigation? A: When people are injured at work, in an auto accident, or other accident, or if a healthcare provider breaches a duty of care they need help not only with their physical…
Community Involvement is Important to These Lawyers
October 10, 2014 By
When they’re not involved in the courtroom or other legal processes, the attorneys at Franks Gerkin Ponitz Greeley find time to be an active part of the Marengo community. “Being involved in the community is one thing that Mr. (Herb) Franks has always stressed with everyone at the firm,” said attorney and FGPG Law Partner…
