Defending yourself against allegations of domestic violence can be incredibly tough. Many people find that it’s helpful to talk to a Chicago domestic violence defense lawyer who understands the laws in Illinois and who can build [...]
A domestic violence conviction can change the entire direction of your life – and that includes your ability to own or possess a firearm in the state of Illinois. What Does Illinois Law Say About Domestic [...]
Unfortunately, it’s all too common for a woman to domestically abuse a man and later claim that he was the aggressor. We’ve actually seen several cases in which the courts, which do their best to remain [...]
Domestic battery is a serious charge – and if you’ve been accused of it so that your acts that can attempt to get custody of your children, you need to fight back. While it is unfortunate, [...]
It’s not uncommon for an abuser to turn the tables on the victim when it comes to domestic violence cases in Chicago and the surrounding communities. What happens when the abuser says the roles are reversed [...]
If you’ve had a domestic dispute, you may want to call a domestic violence attorney in Chicago as soon as possible. Even if you’re innocent, you’re facing serious consequences – and many people feel that a [...]
Unfortunately, many people who are simply defending themselves from an attack are charged with domestic battery in Chicago and the suburbs. How does this happen? Perhaps more importantly, what can you do if it happens to [...]
If you’re a parent who’s been accused of domestic battery or aggravated domestic battery, you probably already know that it could affect the outcome of a child custody dispute. Unfortunately, allegations of domestic violence can be [...]
In the state of Illinois, domestic battery is a criminal offense. According to the law, you can be convicted of domestic battery if you cause bodily harm to any family or household or if you make [...]
Under the Illinois Domestic Violence Act, people can file for an order of protection to keep an accused domestic abuser away from them. People protected under the act include: Those who have been abused by a [...]
