A DUI conviction in Illinois brings serious consequences—jail time, heavy fines, and often, the loss of your driver’s license. Without driving privileges, daily life becomes difficult: work, family responsibilities, and...
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The state of Illinois takes domestic violence very seriously. A domestic violence conviction in Illinois can lead to civil ramifications, alongside severe criminal penalties that can affect the remainder of...
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In Illinois, “Driving Under the Influence” happens when one operates a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol, intoxicating compounds, or drugs (both prescribed and illicit) and has: Blood Alcohol Concentration...
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Doxing is a term that has been in the news quite a bit recently. Doxing happens when an individual’s private information is leaked primarily online for the public to see....
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If you need an order of protection in Illinois, you have three choices available to you. Out of all the orders of protection available to you, a plenary order of...
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You are at a local bar meeting up with some friends to watch the NCAA Championship game. As you watch it, you enjoy a few beers. Both teams played hard,...
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You are watching the Final Four of March Madness with some of your closest friends. And, while doing so, you enjoy some great food, as well as a few drinks....
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The Sweet 16 has come and gone. Now, the NCAA quarterfinals, or the Elite 8, are underway. As more basketball teams are eliminated, the competition during March Madness is becoming...
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On a night not too different from any other, you are enjoying the first part of March Madness’ Elite Eight. Right after the game ends, you start driving back to...
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Just imagine the following: it is time for the ultra-competitive third round of the March Madness tournament. Making it to the Sweet 16 is a big deal for the teams...
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You have been waiting with bated breath for March Madness to begin, and it is finally here. You are at a close friend’s home and watch the teams battle each...
Keep Reading »Just imagine the following: it's St. Patrick's Day, and you are driving back home. You just left a wonderful party at your closest friend's home. And, like anyone would, you enjoyed a few drinks. Right before you reach your home in Northbrook, you are pulled over by a police officer. The police officer asks you to take a breathalyzer, which states that your blood alcohol level is greater than .08. You are arrested and charged with driving under the influence....
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Before we go over the best ways to avoid getting a DUI on St. Patrick's Day, do your best to imagine the following scenario: you are driving back home from...
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Being accused of domestic violence is a life-altering event that can destroy your personal and professional reputation, limit your freedoms, and leave permanent legal and financial consequences. In Illinois, the...
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The requirement of having an ID card to function and engage in everyday life is not a modern concept. IDs have existed and been used for thousands of years throughout...
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