Synthetic opioids are responsible for over 150 overdose deaths in the United States on a daily basis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fentanyl is a major contributor to non-fatal overdoses as well as those that result in death. Because of...
When working out your parenting plans in the aftermath of a divorce, it is important to remember even the smallest of details. This includes figuring out a transportation schedule that both of you can stick to. What sort of things should your schedule cover? How do...
If you get a DUI, you will likely lose your license for at least some period of time. While the court can issue license revocations, more often, the order is administrative and comes from the law. The Office of the Illinois Secretary of State explains you can get your...
If caught in a violent situation, you may have to use force to protect yourself or escape the situation. While you know you had no other choice, it is still possible to face charges. If you have domestic violence charges against you, you may have a self-defense...
Illinois is an equitable distribution state, which means that marital property may not be divided equally in a divorce. Instead, a judge will make a determination about what is fair, given the unique circumstances of each couple. This can make the already complicated...
Every day, people take to Illinois' many roads and highways despite the fact that the threat of a car accident is ever-present. Yet most of the state's motorists are likely not ignorant of this possibility; rather, they may assume that most of the others on the road...
When you suffer from a blow to the head, you will likely also deal with some sort of injury to the brain. You may even experience skull injuries, such as a fracture, though this is somewhat less common than cerebral hemorrhaging, bruising and concussions. What is a...
Although most people know that it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if their blood alcohol content is at .08 or higher, fewer people understand how many drinks it actually takes to get to that level. The truth is that there is no right answer, as alcohol affects...
Compared to vehicles of the past, cars today have more safety equipment, which helps to protect occupants from injuries. While spine injuries from car accidents are relatively rare as a result, there is still a risk. Several different injuries are possible, and some...
If you are a parent facing divorce proceedings, you may have concerns about child custody. To help minimize conflicts, and to make decisions easier, the courts consider what is in the best interest of the child. The state acknowledges that, in most situations, the...
