Being convicted of driving under the influence means you might have to face some rather daunting penalties. Even a run-of-the-mill DUI conviction in Illinois can carry lengthy jail time, hefty fines and a loss of driving privileges. These are all criminal penalties, but unbeknownst to some people, you can also face civil penalties for violations […]
DUI does not just refer to drunk driving. It is against Illinois law to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of any drug, legal or illegal. However, police must have reasonable grounds to believe that you are actually under the influence of drugs. Officer Lacked “Probable Cause” Based on Questionable Drug Test This can be […]
If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Illinois, you will lose your driving privileges. In fact, you can lose your driving privileges before you are convicted if you fail a chemical sobriety test by having a blood-alcohol content (BAC) greater than 0.08 or if you refuse to take the test during your arrest. This […]
The state of Illinois is relatively strict when it comes to DUI offenders and there are many consequences that come with a DUI conviction. Even for a first-time DUI conviction, you face jail time, monetary fines, and a loss of your driving privileges for at least a year. Most DUI offenses are charged as a misdemeanor […]
Being charged with disorderly conduct can be a frightening experience. Unless you have had prior contact with the criminal justice system, you probably do not know what you should expect. Disorderly conduct can be charged as either a misdemeanor charge or a felony charge, depending on the situation and what the actual act of disorderly conduct […]
If you have bought a new car – or even a used car – in the last few years, you have probably noticed that new safety features are being added to vehicles all the time. Newer cars often come equipped with braking-assist systems, blind spot detection, and a wide range of other systems designed to […]
For many Americans, motorcycles are a preferred method of transportation during the warmer months. Now that the snow has melted and the sun is shining, there are more and more people who are out enjoying their bikes. Though this is a cherished pastime for some, it can be deadly for others. According to the National […]
Medical malpractice can envelop a variety of different physician behaviors and actions. One type of medical malpractice that can get overlooked is the misdiagnosis of a patient. According to a study published in the medical journal “BMJ Quality & Safety,” around 12 million adults are misdiagnosed each year, which is roughly equal to one out […]
Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Illinois Being injured while you are at work can be a profoundly stressful and worrisome situation. The immediate aftermath often brings a whirlwind of concerns. Beyond the physical pain and discomfort of the injury itself, a significant burden arises from the uncertainty surrounding your ability to earn a living. […]
If you are arrested on drug charges, such as possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver, the burden is on police and prosecutors to prove you did something wrong. This includes establishing your identity and presence at the crime scene – i.e. where the alleged drug transaction took place. Many criminal convictions rely […]
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