You may have read the recent news: R. Kelly was arrested on federal sex crime charges in Chicago on the evening of July 11, 2019. This occurred after already being charged with multiple state sex crimes in Illinois and in New York. It makes some people wonder how can it be to be charged for state...
Thinking of a divorce is distressing and can get complicated pretty quickly. Knowing how to start the process – emotionally, mentally, and legally – adds to the stress. One thing that is asked quite often these days is if a legal separation is required prior to filing for divorce. Many states req...
In many DUI cases, everything begins with being pulled over by a law enforcement officer. From that point forward, the situation escalates; the driver may face field sobriety tests, and then a DUI arrest, followed by chemical testing and serious criminal charges. They may face a possible criminal...
Oftentimes, when discussing DUIs, alcohol is the first substance which comes to mind. However, a Driving Under the Influence charge doesn't merely apply to alcohol, but a number of intoxicating substances which may impair driving ability. In the state of Illinois, another common cause of DUIs is ...
Title IX (9) Hearings or Investigations in DuPage County -- A Primer In the era of the #metoo movement, it's clear how damaging the accusation of sexual misconduct or assault can be to a person's reputation -- in both immediate and long-lasting ways. For students who are attending school and loo...
Anyone facing a divorce will end up making one crucial decision, whether consciously or unconsciously. They will decide what they want to focus on, and what they want to let go. By that, we mean the different points of contention which may arise in a divorce, including marital assets, spousal sup...
When we sit down with potential clients to discuss their Illinois or DuPage County DUI cases, we often are asked the same questions, and with good reason. Although each DUI case is different, most individuals facing a serious DUI charge will have similar concerns and anxieties regarding their fut...
Financial concerns and child custody are oftentimes two of the biggest sources of frustration and contention in an Illinois divorce. The frustration can easily become twofold when the two are combined and tax season rolls around. In a non-divorced household, parents are able to claim their child...
When representing clients in cases of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) throughout DuPage County, Cook County, and the greater Chicago area, one of the main concerns we always address is how much a DUI case will cost. We're not just talking court fees and attorneys fees, but the cumulative cost...
Chances are, if you are reading this, you or a loved one may be facing the prospect of an Illinois driver's license suspension. Or, you may already be dealing with one. In either of these cases, you are probably wondering how exactly you can regain your Illinois driving privileges. It goes witho...
When facing a criminal charge and court appearances, you may find that a lot of legal jargon is thrown at you. Some terms may be more confusing than others. Two of the more common terms you might hear are City Charge and State Charge. Along with these terms, you might also hear mentions of a City...
Does a Change in Illinois Child Support Laws Count as a Substantial Change in Conditions to Modify Child Support? In 2016, Illinois introduced a new model of calculating child support, called the Income Shares Model. This model makes Illinois the [x] state to adopt an Income Shares model, and ...
We often get clients who call us in a panic because they have been contacted by a detective or police officer regarding an allegation or investigation for some type of sex crime. The client may have an inkling of what it's about or they may be completely in the dark. Either way, our advice is the...
Throughout the calendar year and during many holidays, Illinois law enforcement agencies work diligently to prevent accidents and casualties caused by intoxicated driving. Of course, your standard DUI pull-over and arrest might come to mind. However, another common method Illinois and DuPage Coun...
Statistics show that (find statistics and amount) struggle with mental health throughout their lifetime. Fortunately, an increase in discussions of mental health issues and mental health awareness means that dealing with these issues and seeking help when needed has become easier in this day and ...
A DUI charge is not a charge that should be taken lightly. As seasoned attorneys, we know that. However, it's important for you to know that as well. In Illinois and DuPage County, a DUI conviction can come with many harsh consequences, from lost driving privileges to hefty fines and a non-expun...
Most family law firms experience a decrease in new divorce cases throughout November and December, and with good reason. Both emotionally and financially, the holidays are a hectic season for families. During one of the busiest times of the year, divorce and family law issues can often take a bac...
Including 2019 Amendments to the IMDMA Effective on January 1, 2019, the enactment of SB 2289 will change Illinois family and divorce laws as applicable to divorce maintenance in Illinois and DuPage County divorces. Specifically, there will be major changes to the tax deductibility of paid divor...
When you have not been charged with a crime, but law enforcement is seeking cause to charge you, you are involved in an investigation. Investigations are very precarious situations because the choices you make during an investigation can directly impact whether you get to continue living your life or get slammed with a life-altering criminal charge. Here is what you should know and do if you find yourself the subject of a criminal investigation.
There are many complex and extensive laws which regulate the prosecution and sentencing of sex crimes in Illinois, and they can be quite difficult to break down and understand. Different categories of sex crimes can lead to different ranges of consequences, which are thoroughly explained in our d...
Whether you are considering divorce, looking to start the process, or already in the middle of a divorce case, you probably have many questions and concerns. We've worked with numerous divorce clients, and each divorce case is different. Each client has vastly different concerns, and we always st...
As we often tell our clients, the clock starts ticking from the moment you are first arrested for a DUI. What does that actually mean, though? It means, if you get charged with a DUI as a result of your arrest, your Illinois driver's license will be effectively suspended 46 days from the date...
If you are facing a DUI charge in DuPage County or any other Illinois municipality, you may be offered a plea bargain (or plea deal) at one point or another. If you are offered a plea bargain, you might have many questions about what this may mean for you and your case. As attorneys who have rep...
When representing our clients in traffic cases, we often get asked whether there is a difference between having a license suspended and having a license revoked. Are the two the same thing? Can they be used interchangeably? For both questions, the answer is no. While license suspension and rev...
DuPage County is home to many prestigious private colleges and academic institutions which help young students achieve promising futures. However, the abundance of great schools in cities such as Naperville, Wheaton, Lisle, or Elmhurst means that the the police departments of DuPage County often ...