The impact of being convicted of a crime doesn’t end after having paid your dues. A criminal record sticks with you long after the completion of your sentence, and it can affect your life in a variety of negative ways.…

Since the late 1970s, the state of Illinois has recognized the importance of formal regulation on parents’ child custody and visitation rights.

Today, Illinois courts are also especially attuned to domestic violence claims when hearing child custody cases. This is …

When faced with objects of value, individuals may have a lapse of judgment and be tempted to steal. As a result, shoplifting is a common offense that occurs in the state of Illinois.

The law takes this into account and …

October 31st is known nationwide as the spookiest night of the year, but what happens if your Halloween “trick” gets out of hand? As children mature into their teenage years, often they can get involved in events on Halloween and …

When you hear the term “fraud,” you likely imagine some image of deceit or theft – and generally, you would be correct.

This is because the concept can be broadly defined as any act in which one person intentionally misrepresents …

Maybe you found the perfect position, aced the interview, and now the only thing standing between you and the job you’re after…is a drug test result. Or perhaps you’ve been selected for a random drug screening at your workplace. Or …

Over the past two decades, we’ve been horrified to learn of every new clergy sexual abuse scandal. The pervasiveness of this problem, together with coverup efforts, are truly shocking and horrific.

But what about the victims?

Sadly, many will never …

Along with the criminal consequences, social stigma, and inconvenience of getting a DUI in Illinois comes a significant financial burden — ongoing expenses that persist years after case resolution.

If you’re facing DUI charges, it’s important to know what you’re …

Minor children, especially those in unstable home situations such as runaways or children in the foster care system, are at high risk for sex trafficking and sexual exploitation.

These vulnerable kids may be compelled by force or coercion to engage …

Any circumstances of assault are liable to lead an offender to years behind bars and a criminal record of violent crime to haunt them years after in a myriad of ways.

Still, all assault charges are not created equally. The …