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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 […]
Why Do I Have To Pay Back Unsecured Creditors If I Filed Bankruptcy?
Posted on June 11th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
If you cannot afford to pay your debts, bankruptcy offers a legal means for obtaining a financial fresh start by discharging your debts. Bankruptcy cases are governed by federal law and cases are handled by a federal bankruptcy court. Filing a bankruptcy case immediately stops all collections efforts by your creditors including actions to repossess […]
Modifying Child Support Orders
Posted on June 9th, 2015 by Don Pioletti
“I am still paying child support though the children are living with me and the custody arrangement has changed. Do I have to continue paying?” When the court issues a child support order and custody order, it is based on the facts and circumstances presented to the court at the time the order was signed. […]
The Cost of Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Posted on June 4th, 2015 by Joe Pioletti
As you consider filing for bankruptcy relief, the cost of filing Chapter 7 is probably on the forefront of your mind. In addition to being worried about how to make ends meet, you are worried about how you can afford the cost of filing Chapter 7. A better question you may want to consider is […]
Can I Make My Spouse Move Out Of The Marital Home?
Posted on June 2nd, 2015 by Don Pioletti
The end of a marriage is often a sad and painful event filled with emotions ranging from guilt and hurt to frustration and anger. Each party is dealing with emotions they never imagined they would ever suffer when they decided to get married. The act of living under the same roof becomes impossible for most […]