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Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Illinois
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeBeing injured while you are at work can be a stressful and worrisome situation. Not only are you suffering from a physical injury, but you are probably full of stress and uncertainty about how you will be able to earn money if you cannot work. Thankfully, Illinois requires almost all employers to have workers’ compensation insurance. This […]
Can a Tattoo Prove Your Innocence on Drug Charges?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeIf 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 […]
Can I Refuse to Take a Chemical Test if I am Pulled Over for DUI in Illinois?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeOne of the most serious laws you can break when you are behind the wheel of a car is driving while you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If a police officer spots you while you are driving and thinks that you may be under the influence, he or she will immediately pull you […]
Can I Get a DUI for Taking Prescription Drugs?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeAlthough DUI is usually associated with drunk driving, Illinois law actually prohibits operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of any drug or controlled substance. This can even include a legal prescription drug. To avoid a DUI conviction, a defendant must prove not only that he or she had a valid prescription, but he or she […]
What Disability Benefits are Provided by Illinois Workers’ Compensation?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeNobody expects to go to work and become injured, but that is why they are called accidents – you do not know when they are going to happen. All employers in Illinois are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, which helps both employers and employees if an employee is injured while on the job. Workers’ […]
Can I Face DUI Charges Even if My BAC Was Below the Legal Limit?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeBeing pulled over on suspicion of DUI can be a nerve-wracking experience for many. Even if you were pulled over for something unrelated to your driving, police officers are always looking for signs of impairment behind the wheel. If the police officer has any reason to suspect that you have been drinking or are impaired […]
Should I Allow the Police to Search My Car Without a Warrant?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeA good criminal defense lawyer will always tell you two things: Never voluntarily answer police questions – remember, you have the right to remain silent – and never consent to a warrantless search of your car. If you are pulled over on a traffic stop, you must provide the officer with your license, registration, and insurance information. But […]
Can My Doctor File a Medical Lien Against My Personal Injury Settlement?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeFollowing a car accident, your first priority is seeking treatment for your injuries. As we all know, medical care is expensive, especially if you lack sufficient insurance. Even a simple accident can lead to thousands of dollars in unpaid bills. Additionally, Illinois hospitals are not shy about collecting on those bills, even if the injured victim […]
Can the Type of House You Live in Affect Your Constitutional Rights?
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeMost drug crime cases in Illinois involve police searches, and the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution requires the police to obtain a warrant for most searches. In its broadest terms, the Fourth Amendment protects our right to privacy. However, this presumes that we had a reasonable expectation of privacy in the first place. For example, if […]
What You Should do if Your Teen has Gotten Into a Car Accident
/in Uncategorized/by Fotopoulos Law OfficeTeenagers are one of the most car accident-prone groups in the country. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were more than 3,200 teen drivers ages 15 to 19 involved in fatal traffic crashes in 2017 and more than 2,500 were killed. Car crashes are still the leading cause of death for teenagers in the […]