Manufacturers and sellers of products often guarantee a certain level of quality for the product. This guarantee is known as a warranty. Companies are legally required to restore a consumer to a position that he or she would have enjoyed before the purchase of a product that is later determined to possess a defect covered […]

Individuals who purchase or sell real estate of any kind have probably been told it is best to secure an attorney to oversee the transaction. A skilled and competent real estate attorney, like attorney Robert Tomei at Tomei Law, is available to negotiate deals on their client’s behalf and assure the process is to the […]

Despite what some may believe, debt collectors do not have full reign when attempting to secure payments for defaulted accounts. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) prohibits third-party collectors from verbally harassing and using other tactics meant to pressure the debtor into making agreements that he may not be able to keep.  The best […]

The threat of foreclosure can be very stressful and intimidating. When you are facing foreclosure, it may seem like there is no resolution available. The foreclosure process is subject to specific laws that dictate how and when a foreclosure can be pursued. If you have received notice or threats of foreclosure, then contact a Gurnee […]

The Illinois lemon law is known as the New Vehicle Buyer Protection Act. Attorney Robert Tomei is a Gurnee IL consumer rights attorney at the Tomei Law Firm. In order for your vehicle to be covered under Illinois lemon laws, the following conditions must be met:  The vehicle must have been purchased in Illinois. It […]

Debt can become overwhelming when it gets difficult to make your payments in a timely manner. When you miss your payments, the creditor will constantly call and ask when they can expect money. If you are unable to pay them, they will then refer to a debt collector to frequently inquire about payments and threaten […]

Real estate transactions can be complex and involve a variety of issues, including liens, covenants, zoning laws, environmental concerns, taxes, permits and other complications. An error in a real estate transaction can have significant consequences and possibly reduce the value of the property. If you are selling, purchasing or transferring real estate, then you should […]

When financial difficulties arise, you may wonder if bankruptcy is an option for you. There are several different types of bankruptcy filings. An experienced bankruptcy attorney in Gurnee IL can help you determine if bankruptcy is right for you. Here are the chapters of personal bankruptcy and why a lawyer can help from the Tomei […]

A perfect economic storm has been brewing for quite some time for a certain segment of our population: the senior class. As it turns out, since 1991, that storm has precipitated a 204% increase in bankruptcy filings among Americans between the ages of 65 to 74. Yes, that’s right, a 204% increase in filings in […]

You may have been told at some point that you need estate planning. That term is thrown around a lot, but many people do not know exactly what it means.  So what is estate planning? Estate planning is the process of creating legal documents to direct the distribution of your assets upon your death. Estate […]