Law Office of Louis M. Pissios, PC

06/05/2026

I have watched this short video, which is the story of an undocumented person living in a town 50 miles from the Canadian border. It is worth a watch. What do you think about how this should be handled under current immigration laws in our country? Should the laws be changed?

05/29/2026

In Illinois, what do you do if your elder parent has lost their mental ability to handle their day-to-day affairs?
In Illinois, the usual next step is to assess whether your parent still has legal capacity; if they do not, the practical remedy is usually a court guardianship over their person, estate, or both. If there is evidence of self-neglect, abuse, or exploitation, you can also contact Adult Protective Services at 1-866-800-1409.

What to do first
Start by getting a medical evaluation from your parents’ doctor or another qualified clinician to document whether they can understand and manage decisions about finances, health care, and daily living. Illinois guidance and practitioner sources note that guardianship is typically used when the person cannot make or communicate responsible decisions about personal care or property.

Check existing documents
Look for a valid financial power of attorney, health care power of attorney, or trust. If your parent signed those documents while they still had capacity, the named agent may already have authority to help without court intervention. If they no longer have capacity and no valid documents exist, guardianship is often the court route.

Guardianship process
If guardianship is needed, a petition is filed in the probate court in the county where your parent lives, with medical evidence and notice to required family members. The judge then decides whether your parent is legally disabled/incapacitated and whether a guardian should be appointed.

If there is risk
If your parent cannot meet basic needs or is being taken advantage of, report the situation to Illinois Adult Protective Services at 1-866-800-1409. Illinois also says self-neglect includes a senior’s inability to provide food, clothing, shelter, healthcare, and other essential self-care because of physical or mental problems.

Practical next steps
Schedule a doctor’s evaluation.

Gather bank, medication, and mail records showing the problem.

Check for powers of attorney or trusts.

Talk to an Illinois elder law or probate attorney about guardianship.

Call Adult Protective Services if there is immediate danger, neglect, or exploitation.

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05/28/2026

https://youtu.be/X2Rg7Emn_2g?si=Z5Nuo3gr9y6ywhkm

An officer pulled a driver over in Palm Beach County, Florida. He told her she had her phone in her right hand as she was driving. She showed why she didn't.

05/27/2026

What is the difference between civil law and administrative law:
Civil law and administrative law both deal with legal rules, but they serve different purposes. Civil law governs disputes between private parties, while administrative law governs the actions of government agencies and their relationships with the public.

Civil law
Civil law covers private legal matters such as contracts, property, family issues, inheritance, and personal injury claims. Its main purpose is to resolve disputes and protect private rights among individuals, businesses, and other non-governmental parties.

Administrative law
Administrative law focuses on public administration: how government agencies are created, how they exercise power, and how citizens can challenge agency decisions. It often comes up in matters like permits, licenses, regulations, and agency enforcement actions.

Main difference
The simplest way to tell them apart is this: civil law regulates private relationships, while administrative law regulates government action. In civil cases, the dispute is usually between private parties; in administrative matters, one side is typically a government agency acting under public authority.

Example
If two neighbors dispute a property boundary, that is usually a civil law issue. If a city agency denies a building permit or imposes a fine, that is usually administrative law.

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05/05/2026

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04/28/2026

Do you want a data center in Lake County? If you live in Lake County this video is worth watching.

785 likes, 209 comments. "The Tension Between The Two Waukegans"

04/22/2026

https://www.lakemchenryscanner.com/2026/04/21/lake-county-family-files-lawsuit-against-well-known-dog-food-company-alleges-it-caused-their-beloved-dogs-death/?utm_source=newsshowcase&utm_medium=gnews&utm_campaign=CDAqEAgAKgcICjDvlo8LMPupogMwsrCSBQ&utm_content=rundown

A Lake County family has filed a class action lawsuit against Blue Buffalo Company alleging that their dog died from a serious heart disease linked to grain-free dog food that the company sold.

04/20/2026

Fifth Amendment:
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

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04/19/2026

https://www.npr.org/2026/04/19/nx-s1-5786635/tariff-refunds-customs-ace-portal

Exactly two months after the Supreme Court struck down most of President Trump's tariffs, the U.S. government has set Monday as the day when some companies can begin requesting refunds.

04/13/2026

What a wonderful use of all the skills of high school kids solving problems that government cannot solve.

A sophomore at Lake Mary High School helped Seminole County save thousands of dollars by creating a 3D-printed replacement part for ballot printers used by t...