Technically speaking, DUI charges can happen at any time of day. Police just need to have reasonable suspicion to pull a driver over, and then they need to gather evidence of impairment, such as the results of field sobriety tests or a breath test. People do get...
Illinois kids are headed back to school, and families are readjusting to the school year routine this month. When you share parenting time with your child’s other parent, it may take a little more work and preparation to keep things moving smoothly during this...
If you are moving toward a divorce, it is important to gather financial documentation. You and your spouse are likely going to have to split up marital assets, and this may mean making financial disclosures to the court. Documentation like bank statements, credit card...
When parents separate or divorce, one of the biggest concerns is where the child will live. People often ask if the child can decide which parent they want to live with. While a child may have a strong preference about where they want to live, that doesn’t...
Your home is likely your most significant financial investment and the foundation of your family life. Going through a divorce is incredibly stressful, and worrying about where you or your children will live only adds to that heavy burden. Illinois law does not simply...
When people hope to keep their internet browsing away from others’ eyes, a lot of people turn to private browser windows, or “incognito” mode. For example, while shopping for a present for their spouse on a shared computer or researching information when considering a...
Many people assume that it is okay to drive after a night of heavy drinking. Even though you slept well and feel sober, numerous factors could greatly impact your ability to safely navigate while behind the wheel. Allowing your body proper rest time to recover is the...
For many parents, the possibility of losing time with their children is the biggest issue they face during a divorce or non-marital split. The allocation of parental rights and responsibilities may include a percentage of overnight time and even arrangements for...
No, your prenuptial agreement cannot define your child custody rights. It cannot ensure that you get sole custody of your children, for example, nor can you use it to waive those custody rights. There are only certain things that can be included in a prenup, along...
A number on a breath test machine can feel like the final word in a driving under the influence case. That reading is still a piece of evidence, though, and evidence is open to question. Grounds for breath test exclusion Illinois law requires officers to follow...
