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Are There Different Categories Of Felonies In Illinois?
Posted on July 9th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Being investigated by the police and being arrested is a terrifying, traumatic event. When that charge is a felony, the stakes become higher. Felony convictions have substantially higher penalties than misdemeanors. Furthermore, being convicted of a felony carries more long-term legal and social implications such as limiting your job opportunities, the potential for the loss […]
Can I File Bankruptcy If I’m Being Sued?
Posted on July 7th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
“Is it too late to file bankruptcy if I have been served with a lawsuit?” Our attorneys are asked this question far too often. Unfortunately, some people wait far too long before considering bankruptcy as a way to solve their debt problems. In some cases, they wait until they are being sued before they consult […]
Free Report: Illinois Grandparent Law – Do I Have a Right to See My Grandchild?
Posted on July 2nd, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
The U. S. Census results from 2000 revealed that 2.4 million children were being raised by their grandparents. By the 2010 census, that number had more than doubled to 4.9 million. The epidemic has grown so fast that USA.gov now has a special webpage for grandparents seeking assistance with raising their grandchildren. Unfortunately, this is […]
Do’s and Dont’s for Your 341 Meeting of Creditors
Posted on July 2nd, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Do’s and Dont’s for Your 341 Meeting of Creditors from Joe Pioletti When you file a bankruptcy case, you will be required to attend the First Meeting of Creditors. Take note of the things you should or should not do for your First Meeting of Creditors in Illinois.
Do I Need A Lawyer If Criminal Charges Have Not Been Filed?
Posted on July 2nd, 2015 by Don Pioletti
If you are being investigated by the police even though criminal charges have not been filed, it is in your best interest to contact a criminal defense attorney. Law enforcement officers are not required to place a suspect under arrest in order to ask questions. Some people assume that unless they have been placed under […]
Elder Abuse: Will The State Prosecute Me For Battery On An Elderly Person?
Posted on June 30th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Elder abuse is a serious crime in Illinois. A conviction on an elder abuse charge could result in substantial fines and prison time. Illinois law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and judges take a very dim view on battery in general, particularly battery on someone who is unable to defend himself or herself such as a child […]
Debt Problems: Should I File A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case?
Posted on June 25th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Dealing with debt problems can have emotional and physical consequences. For many people, struggling with debt problems leads to depression, anxiety, high blood pressure, and insomnia. Answering endless calls from creditors, receiving threatening letters from collection companies, and living with the fear that you will lose your home or car is extremely frightening and stressful. […]
What Is It Meant By Residual Mouth Alcohol?
Posted on June 23rd, 2015 by Don Pioletti
If you are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol in Illinois, you are facing serious penalties if you are convicted. Before you can be convicted of DUI in Illinois, the state must prove that you had a BAC of .08 or above while you were operating a vehicle. According to Illinois DUI […]
What Is The Punishment For An Illinois Possession of Marijuana Charge?
Posted on June 18th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
Almost one-half of the states, including the District of Columbia, have legalized medical marijuana. The Illinois governor signed the law approving medical marijuana for limited medical use in our state in August 2013; however, marijuana for recreational use remains illegal in the state of Illinois. At least four states have legalized marijuana for recreational use […]
What is the Penalty for the Manufacture and Distribution of Marijuana in Illinois?
Posted on June 16th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
Illinois legalized marijuana for medical use but marijuana is not legal for recreational use in this state. In fact, the manufacture and distribution of medical marijuana is highly regulated within the state. You cannot grow marijuana in your back yard and sell it as “medical marijuana.” Illinois has very strict laws making the manufacture and […]