In this article we will explain the Illinois appeals process. We will discuss what types of orders can be appealed, deadlines for filing appeals, how the appeal filing process works, what happens in an appeal once the case is filed, what actions the appeals court may order, and what your options are if you lose on appeal. Let’s start with a quick overview of the Illinois appeals system.

The last few years have been defined by growing awareness of the widespread problem of sexual harassment and sexual assault, especially in professional or workplace settings. This year, Illinois responded be evolving and expanding its laws regarding workplace sexual harassment. Illinois defines sexual harassment in the workplace as any any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any conduct of a sexual nature.

In this article, we explain how to remove a child from the parent’s custody and how to report child abuse or neglect to the DCFS. We will answer the questions, "what is the DCFS?", "who is required to report suspected child abuse or neglect to the DCFS?", "what are the penalties for failing to report child abuse or neglect to the DCFS?", "what happens once a case of child abuse or neglect is reported to the DCFS?", "what happens during an investigation of child abuse or neglect?", "what happens if the Division of Child Protection" finds evidence of child abuse or neglect?", "what happens if a child abuse or neglect case goes to court?", and "can a non-parent initiate court proceedings to remove a child from a parent's custody?"