When facing allegations of domestic violence from a spouse, the situation must be handled with utmost seriousness and careful consideration. Domestic violence is a severe issue that affects numerous families across the United States. The legal repercussions of these allegations can be profound, affecting one’s personal reputation, professional life, and…
Although domestic violence remains one of the more grisly aspects of criminal law, it is busy enough to keep the average attorney in work for a long time. Sadly, there are far too many people in Illinois who feel that it is acceptable for them to continue battering their intimate…
According to the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network, approximately 77% of women who are currently incarcerated are victims of abuse. This figure is staggering and is part of the reason why this nonprofit helped to pass Illinois’ new domestic violence law, SB0209. SB0209 is important because it allows being a…