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How To Exercise Your Legal Rights During A Police Encounter

Dealing with the police can be stressful, even if you have done nothing wrong. Many people in Palos Heights get nervous, talk too much, agree to searches they do not have to allow, or accidentally give up their...

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How To Defend Against Credit Card Fraud Charges In Chicago

Credit card fraud allegations can result in serious criminal penalties under Illinois and federal law. In Chicago, law enforcement actively investigates financial crimes involving unauthorized credit card use, ...

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How To Defend Against Theft Charges In Illinois

Theft accusations can create immediate and serious consequences, even before a case reaches court. Many clients come to us feeling overwhelmed, confused, and worried about how a single allegation may affect the...

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Understanding Chain of Custody & Evidence Integrity Defense

When facing criminal charges in Illinois, the integrity of evidence is one of the most critical aspects of a fair trial. Our firm knows that maintaining an unbroken chain of custody is vital for the reliability...

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5 Ways A Felony Can Impact Your Life

Facing a felony charge can have profound and far-reaching consequences that extend beyond the immediate legal penalties. From impacting your employment opportunities to limiting your civil rights, here are five...

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What You Should Know About The New Illinois Cash Bail Law

Cash bail has been harshly criticized in many quarters over the years. The argument against cash bail is that it determines who will be held before trial based on wealth. That is no longer possible in Illinois ...

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Misappropriation Of Assets Is More Common Than You Think

Misappropriation of assets is a serious white-collar crime in Illinois and quite common. A recent report noted that misappropriation schemes are the most common type of work-related fraud. It is a serious charg...

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Michael Ettinger Client Released from Jail After Being Found Not Guilty of First-Degree Murder 3 Years Later

Attorney Michael Ettinger's client was released after spending three years in jail after being found not guilty. Attorney Ettinger stated "It's not often someone spends three years in jail and is found not guil...

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What Crimes Could Those That Stormed the US Capitol Be Facing?

Two weeks before President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, the U.S. Capitol building was stormed by Trump supporters in an act of defiance. In the wake of the incident, dozens of them have already been charge...

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Is Battery A Felony?

In Illinois, battery is considered a misdemeanor, but it can be updated to a felony charge or aggravated assault if certain conditions are met. To fully understand them, first, you need to understand what the...

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