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If your driver’s license has been suspended in Illinois, you might be surprised by how significantly it can affect your life. From job opportunities to family responsibilities, a suspended license creates ripples that touch nearly every aspect of your routine. Let’s explore these impacts and understand how professional legal help can get you back on […]

As the weather warms up and summer approaches, socializing and travel naturally increase. This often involves driving.  Memorial Day, which signifies the unofficial commencement of the summer season, is known for being among the most dangerous days for driving each year. This is primarily attributed to incidents of driving while intoxicated or under the influence […]

Since Illinois traffic laws apply to both in-state residents as well as out-of-state residents, the Secretary of State can issue a hold on any driver’s license following an accident involving alcohol or drugs. This hold prevents drivers from renewing their licenses regardless of the state he or she currently resides in. The only way for […]

In Illinois, DUI offenders are often required to undergo substance abuse counseling, with the level of counseling depending on the specifics of their DUI case. This can range from minimal risk with ten hours of risk education, to high risk which involves intensive outpatient counseling. This tiered approach ensures that each individual receives the appropriate […]

A natural concern is whether your employer will be informed if you’ve recently been charged with a DUI. Generally, law enforcement agencies don’t directly notify employers about DUI charges. However, there are situations where your employer may find out, especially if your job involves driving or if the DUI case becomes a public record. How […]