You made the mistake of driving under the influence like thousands of other people. You swerved into the other lane and caused an accident. The other party sustained injuries and you were arrested on the suspicion of a DUI. What do you do now? How can you avoid a DUI charge? Can you retain your driving privileges? […]Read More

Police made more than 26,000 DUI arrests in Illinois during 2019. Ninety percent of drivers who got arrested for DUI lost their driving privileges.  It’s hard to defend yourself after you get arrested for drunk driving, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. One possible defense that many defendants don’t consider is the statute of limitations.  Still, many […]Read More

Zero Tolerance is the official policy on underage drinking and driving in Illinois. According to statistics, just 10% of licensed drivers are under the age of 21. This demographic is also responsible for 17% of alcohol-related fatal crashes.  If you’re under 21 and caught drinking, you could face having your license revoked, as well as other dire […]Read More

Approximately one-third of traffic deaths in the US involve a drunk driver. Even one death is too many. As such, there are laws all over the country to combat drinking and driving. Illinois is no exception. After getting charged with a DUI, there are likely many worries swirling. The consequences can be steep and have long-term ramifications. […]Read More

Driving under the influence can lead to many consequences, including jail time and expensive fines. If you want to protect yourself after being convicted of a DUI, you’ll need to have an understanding of your state’s rights when it comes to driving under the influence. What are your options for testing, and what can you […]Read More

An estimated 1.5 million people are arrested for driving under the influence every year in the United States.  If you’ve been charged with a DUI, you probably have a lot of questions, like: What does this mean for my future? Can I be fired for a DUI? How long is a DUI on my record? The answers […]Read More

Getting behind the wheel after drinking is a big miscalculation on your part, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your future. It is a common mistake, after all. If you’ve received your first DUI charge, you’re probably very worried about your future. Have you lost your chances of securing a clean record? Will […]Read More

Approximately 12,000 drivers in Illinois have a BAIID installed on their car or truck. They’re installed in an attempt to reduce drunk driving. If you’ve been convicted of a DUI in Illinois, you may be required to install a BAIID onto your vehicle. Let’s learn what a BAIID is, how much it costs, and what happens if […]Read More

Dealing with the aftermath of a DUI charge can be stressful. You’re concerned about possible fines, losing your license, and you’re trying to figure out how to handle your upcoming day in court. You’ve found a great DUI lawyer, but you’ve never had to get legal help and you don’t know what to expect. Your lawyer is going […]Read More

During a DUI arrest, a number of things are bound to happen. The extent is going to be determined by the severity of the case, the entities involved, the laws broken, and much more.  One such occurrence is whether or not the police have the right to seize your vehicle during a DUI arrest. Simply […]Read More