Prairie State Law – An Illinois Law Blog

You’ve probably heard about how shoplifting, which some states refer to as “retail theft” and "concealment of merchandise," is regarded by some as a victimless crime, and therefore should not be punished under the law. In Illinois, this act is called retail theft and...

Getting arrested is one of the most traumatic, stressful and difficult times in a person’s life. But despite the gravity of the situation, you need to keep your wits about you. This short guide will help you understand what happens after you’ve been arrested, and the...

Ending a marriage is one of the biggest and most difficult life decisions one could make. Even seemingly simple divorces can be legally complicated. If a couple has accumulated significant assets or have kids, the process of dissolving a marriage can become...

The Things You Say and Do Right Now Could Affect the Outcome of Your Divorce When a marriage is breaking down or a couple has made the decision to separate, people often act in ways that are out of character or the result of a heightened emotional state. Call the Law...

Many people who are considering getting a divorce question whether they need to spare the time and expense associated with retaining an attorney. A divorce in Yorkville, IL can be one of the most challenging life experiences you will have. The question you need to ask...

People divorce for a wide variety of reasons, but divorces do not tend to happen without any warning. In many cases, married couples have problems for months or even years before one of them finally decided to file for divorce. As a result, it is often difficult to...

A recent article I read described the plight of a 70-year-old woman who loaned her car to her grandson. He was revoked for DUI, even though he told her he had cleared up his license. When he was stopped and arrested the car was impounded and the State filed a...

An article was recently published in The State Journal-Register regarding an Illinois lawmaker who recently proposed legislation designed to keep firearms out of the hands of certain criminals and mentally ill individuals. It also prohibits people on the FBI terror...