Obviously, when a person commits a crime, the offender is punished criminally, with jail time, a fine or probation. But other than satisfying a sense of justice, criminal convictions do…
For most people, economic issues are a major concern in divorce. Alimony, known in Illinois as maintenance, is a part of many divorces, and a spouse’s economic well-being may be…
If you are attacked by a dog or other animal, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. The owner or possessor of an animal in Illinois is generally…
In June, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a historic ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, legalizing same-sex marriage in every state. Same-sex marriage has been legal in Illinois for over a…
Gay marriage has been legal in Illinois since June 1, 2014. On June 1, 2014, Illinois became the 16th U.S. state in which same-sex couples can legally marry. While some states…
As technology advances, new trends in unsafe driving habits emerge, endangering everyone from motorists to pedestrians on the roads. This problem is particularly apparent with the current mode of communication…