When a “Minor” DUI Accident Still Requires a Major Court Appearance As a Chicago DUI defense lawyer, I often meet people who feel shocked to learn they must appear in court even when their DUI accident caused no injuries. Many think that because no one was hurt and the damage…
Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Explains Miranda Rights and DUI Dismissals As a Chicago criminal defense attorney with decades of experience handling DUI cases throughout Cook County, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Can my DUI be dismissed if the officer never read me my rights?” This question…
Understanding the Stakes for Future Physicians and Residents in Chicago Chicago’s hospitals and teaching institutions—Northwestern, Loyola, University of Chicago, and Rush—train thousands of new physicians every year. These residents dedicate their lives to helping patients, working long hours in some of the most demanding environments in the country. Yet one…
Chicago Streets and the Reality of DUI Enforcement From Michigan Avenue’s nightlife to the rush-hour lanes of the Eisenhower Expressway, Chicago police patrol aggressively for signs of impaired driving. Many people assume that if a crash occurs but no one is hurt, the legal trouble will be minor. Under Illinois…
When a Second Mistake Can Cost You Everything in Chicago In a city as large and active as Chicago, the pressure of daily life often leads people to make split-second decisions that change their future. A new DUI charge while on probation is one of those moments that can send…
A Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Explains How a DUI Becomes a Felony As a Chicago criminal defense lawyer with decades of courtroom experience, I know how quickly a simple traffic stop can escalate into a life-changing felony. Many clients come to me after being arrested for what they thought was…
How Felony DUI Charges Arise in Chicago Chicago’s roads are busy day and night, from the Kennedy Expressway to Lake Shore Drive. Police are constantly patrolling for impaired driving, especially on weekends and holidays. A first or even second DUI arrest in Illinois is usually treated as a misdemeanor under…
Chicago’s busy streets are filled with cars, pedestrians, buses, and cyclists every hour of the day. When a serious crash happens and someone loses their life, police often look for intoxication as a cause. Under Illinois law, a fatal crash involving alcohol or drugs can quickly escalate from a tragic…
When Felony DUI Charges Threaten Your Future in Chicago When someone in Chicago calls my office after being charged with aggravated DUI, they’re often terrified—and with good reason. Felony DUI charges under Illinois law carry the potential for prison, enormous fines, and a lifelong criminal record that can follow you…
How a Simple Mistake Can Turn Into a Permanent Criminal Record I have represented clients throughout Chicago—from the Loop to Lincoln Park—who thought a shoplifting charge would “blow over” on its own. Unfortunately, that’s rarely how it works. Under 720 ILCS 5/16-25, Illinois law treats retail theft as a serious…