In Illinois, domestic battery is a serious violation. If you’re convicted of it, then it’s a conviction that can follow you around for the rest of your life and have an impact on the future no matter how much time passes. Understanding domestic battery and how it is charged in Illinois is vital to keep…
Continue reading ›If you’ve been hit with a domestic violence charge, there are probably many important questions running through your mind…and for good reason. These charges not only have serious criminal and civil implications but can also permanently damage your reputation. We’ve put together a guide covering the questions we’re frequently asked regarding domestic violence charges, and…
Continue reading ›Domestic violence cases are increasing nationwide and are being highlighted in the media as a major problem in society today. In turn, domestic violence has received broader attention from lawmakers — and rightfully so. There is a hidden epidemic, though: men can also be domestic violence victims. In fact, the subject of domestic violence against…
Continue reading ›Over 1,000 women are murdered each year in America due to domestic violence. It is an epidemic that affects men, women, and families regardless of race, socio-economic status, religion, or family structure, creating a traumatic experience for every member of the family, whether they are a victim, witness, or abuser. If you are charged and…
Continue reading ›Our state takes domestic violence charges very seriously. So seriously, that law enforcement officers must arrest an offender if they have evidence of any injury to the victim. In other words, if police are called in and there is a domestic dispute where one party appears to have injured the other, they are required to…
Continue reading ›Former Empire actor Morocco Omari recently fought a battle with domestic violence charges. What happened? Omari, 46, was arrested in April 2017 for misdemeanor domestic battery. That month, a 24-year-old woman who claimed to be Omari’s girlfriend told police that he had pushed her during an argument and caused injuries. The woman is from North…
Continue reading ›If you have been charged with a domestic violence crime, you need to know the extent of your charges. When does a charge of domestic violence cross over into aggravated domestic violence in Illinois? It depends on the specifics of how the crime occurred and what exactly happened. Non-Aggravated Domestic Violence Charges Domestic violence is…
Continue reading ›If you regularly visit a barber or hairdresser, you know how special the relationship to a stylist can be. You probably spend time chatting about your job, family, relationships, and so on. For many people, their hairdresser is also their friend, confidante, and sometimes even doctor or therapist. Because of this, many stylists learn information…
Continue reading ›If you are in a serious altercation with a significant other, relative, or household member, they may threaten to file a restraining order to keep you away from your children, residence, or certain possessions. These orders are no joke. Having an order of protection placed against you can severely limit your freedom, your relationships, and…
Continue reading ›A spotlight on domestic violence in Illinois may lead judges to enact harsh sentences for any violent offenders in the upcoming months. Conversations about domestic violence charges were sparked recently after Kendrick Nunn, a guard for the Illini basketball team, pleaded guilty to hitting a woman in the head and shoving her to the ground.…
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