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Archives for: March 27th, 2014

Risking Freedom for a Piece of Meat: Why Do People Shoplift?

1 in 11 Americans (approximately 27 million Americans) – no matter how poor or wealthy they are – takes goods from the store shelves and “forgets” to pay for them. Shoplifting is a national epidemic that’s costing the economy more than $100 million each day, with most criminals getting away: shoplifters say they are caught only once in every 48 times they steal. Meat, razors, baby formula, electronics, cosmetics, alcohol, over-the-counter drugs, and clothes are on the list of the [...]

Employee Theft: Do You Have Sticky Fingers?

Statistically, there’s a good chance that you didn’t buy the pen in your purse or jacket pocket, but took it from work. People take things from work all the time, either intentionally or not. Most don’t really think about such pilfering as theft, rationalizing that it’s one of the “benefits” that come with the job, but there is no ‘de minimis’ requirement for theft – if it’s company property, then it’s not yours to take, be it a pen, money, [...]

Can Your Brain Make You Steal?

What would you think if you heard someone who had stolen a car say, “It’s not my fault—my brain made me do it.” While it might sound absurd when phrased that way, that essential argument is one that is being used in more and more criminal defense cases across the country.

 

We’ve all heard of the insanity plea before—a defendant claims that they are not culpable for the crime they committed because they were legally insane at the time [...]

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How Illinois Law Treats Resisting Arrest Charges

Resisting Arrest

Resisting arrest charges can have serious consequences, including fines, probation, and even jail time. If you are accused of this crime, you need to know how Illinois law treats resisting arrest charges. You also need to have an experienced Illinois criminal defense attorney on your side who can guide you through the complex legal system.

At the Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg, we are dedicated to providing strong legal representation and fighting for the rights of individuals facing resisting [...]

What Happens at an Illinois Bond Hearing?

Bail Bonds

Your first court appearance after an arrest in Illinois isn’t just a formality. It’s called a bond hearing, and what happens during those few minutes can set the tone for everything that comes next. It’s not the time to hope for the best or rely on guesswork. Your freedom might depend on how well your Chicago, Illinois criminal defense lawyer frames your situation immediately. An attorney with the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg will do precisely that.

Why Bond Hearings[...]