The trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd drew worldwide attention. Chauvin was convicted of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter in 2021. By 2023, the t... Read more
No matter what the charges may be, a defendant always has the right to confront the charges against them with a criminal defense. When facing charges of assault and battery in Illinois, it is particularly important to ex... Read more
In 2014, an Illinois man faced charges of murder and use of a deadly weapon after a bank robbery resulted in the death of two bank employees. The bank robbery occurred earlier in the year, but details of the incident bec... Read more
The Main Difference Between First- and Second-Degree Murder Is the State of Mind of the Murderer at the Time of the Killing The line between first- and second-degree murder may not always be clear, but any murder convict... Read more
In Illinois, this charge carries serious implications. Punishments can include decades-long jail sentences and tens of thousands of dollars in fines. If you or a loved one has been charged with second degree manslaughter... Read more
Illinois has some of the strictest gun laws in the country, and penalties for violating them can be severe. If you are caught violating concealed carry laws, punishments can range from a misdemeanor for a first offense t... Read more
With the proliferation of mass shootings across the country, it’s no wonder that there is increased debate about the issue of mental illness when it comes to gun ownership. The statement that is often heard is that “... Read more
The gun trafficking industry is alive and well in Illinois, despite the efforts of police and prosecutors to stop the flow of guns coming in across state lines. But, due to an increase in violence in Chicago in the past ... Read more
Gun control is an explosively controversial topic that is the subject of endless debate in Congress and among individuals. Every time there is a mass shooting, more people call for gun control legislation, while others s... Read more
