Legal Articles, General Practice

What Miranda Warnings Mean For You, the Police and the Prosecutor

Brief explanation of what Miranda Warnings are, what they mean and what they do and do not protect in New York State

New York State DMV Regulations Affecting DWI and Relicensing

Brief explanation of revised New York DMV regulations applicable to alcohol and/or drug related convictions.

You Refused a Chemical Test in New York State…Now What?

Brief article explaining what constitutes a DWI refusal in New York, the process and potential consequences.

Evidence, Objections and Offers of Proof

Offers Summary on Evidence, Objections and Offers of Proof in a DWI/DUI Context

The Dangers of Drowsy Driving in Chicago

A large percentage of Chicago car accidents can be attributed to preventable driving behaviors such as drowsy driving.

5 Most Common Reasonable Accommodations for Religious Beliefs

The following list includes 5 common reasonable accommodations for religious beliefs that employees request from their employers

The Basics of the Expunction Process

Many people do not know that they may be eligible to have criminal charges remove from their record. This article explains the basics of whether or not a person is eligible to have their record cleaned up by using this process.

St. Louis Car Accidents Involving Senior Drivers

The risk of being injured in a car accident increases as you age. However, there are steps an older driver can take to stay safe while driving.

Maintenance in Illinois Divorce Cases

Upon divorce in Illinois, it is possible that one spouse may be awarded, and the other spouse ordered to pay, maintenance. Maintenance is support for one spouse from the resources of the other spouse.

Post-Divorce Modification and Illinois Law

Upon completing the divorce process, it is very likely that one’s circumstances will change at some point in the future. This is particularly true if a couple divorces at an earlier stage in life.

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