Being charged with a DUI in the state of Illinois carries harsh penalties. While a driver’s age, blood alcohol content (BAC), and transporting minors will play a major part in determining punishment, prior convictions will result in more severe penalties. 

Our Joliet DUi defense attorneys are here to offer representation for individuals who have been convicted of a felony charge or aggravated DUI.

Revocation of Driving Privileges 

There are different penalties for those who test above the legal limit to drive (meaning your BAC is 0.08 grams per deciliter or higher) and for those who refuse chemical testing. As a licensed driver in Illinois, you automatically consent to a chemical test of your blood, breath, or urine to evaluate your blood alcohol level. 

Like all motorists, truck drivers have a duty to keep other road users safe. In too many instances, a truck driver’s negligence is the primary cause of an accident.

The numbers don’t lie. In a recent year, 5,700 large trucks were involved in a fatal crash, an increase of 49% in the past decade. 

If you have been involved in an accident with a tractor-trailer, you need dependable and accomplished counsel. Look no further than our Joliet truck accident attorney.

Hospital workers play a vital role in healthcare but face various occupational hazards that can result in injuries. Like any industry, on-the-job injuries and illnesses can happen and disrupt a healthcare worker’s job and life in general. 

Illinois requires employers to carry workers’ compensation coverage to provide benefits to injured workers, and the healthcare industry is no different. However, large hospitals and their insurers can make it challenging to receive the benefits you deserve. Never hesitate to seek help from a Joliet, workers’ compensation lawyer if you need to pursue a claim. 

Common Injuries to Hospital Staff on the Job

Some common work-related injuries to hospital workers include:

While riding a motorcycle can be a fun activity for many, accidents remain an all too common reality for so many motorcycle riders. Sadly, because of the lack of protection provided by motorcycles, injuries involving these machines can be devastating and even result in death. Since motorcycle accidents so often feature catastrophic injuries or death, settlements involving motorcycle injuries can be especially high. While there is no guarantee when it comes to pursuing compensation, you will not know how much compensation may be obtained until you move forward with an injury claim. Contact a lawyer to begin this consequential process. 

Injuries Involved in Motorcycle Injury Claims

Motorcycle accidents more frequently result in severe injuries than other types of accidents. The lack of structural protection and the vulnerability of motorcyclists on the road makes them more susceptible to serious injuries. Serious and catastrophic injuries may involve:

• Spinal cord injuries

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Protecting the well-being of children is of utmost importance. In Illinois, child endangerment is considered a criminal offense. As such, those charged with child endangerment will be aggressively prosecuted, as law enforcement and society do not take cases of alleged child endangerment lightly. If you are facing criminal charges related to child endangerment, contact a lawyer right away to ensure the process of building a robust defense can begin immediately. 

Defining and Understanding Child Endangerment

According to Illinois law, child endangerment is defined as knowingly causing or permitting a child to be placed in circumstances that endanger their life and health. The Illinois criminal code outlines several acts that can constitute child endangerment, including physical abuse, neglect, exposure to illegal substances, and failure to provide necessary medical care or supervision. The law recognizes that child endangerment can result from intentional or reckless actions or omissions.

Criminal Penalties of Child Endangerment

Child endangerment is considered a serious offense in Illinois, and the penalties for a conviction can quickly derail someone’s life. The severity of the punishment depends on the specific circumstances of the case and the harm inflicted upon the child. Child endangerment is typically charged as a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by a year in jail and fines up to $2,500. However, if the actions result in great bodily harm or permanent disability to the child, the offense is elevated to a Class 3 felony, which can carry a prison term of at least two years but no more than ten years.