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The Difference Between Assault and Aggravated Assault in Illinois

Nov 28, 2025

Aggravated Assault | Assault

In Illinois, the line between assault and aggravated assault often comes down to the presence of aggravating factors. While both offenses involve actions that place someone in fear of immediate harm, aggravated assault includes elements that make the conduct more harmful. If you are faced with an assault charge, a Chicago criminal defense lawyer can explain these distinctions and their consequences. The legal team at the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can assist you in separating the two cases and [...]

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Can You Raise Self-Defense to Your Assault Charges?

Sep 22, 2025

Assault | Self Defense

Being charged with assault in Chicago can be intimidating, especially when you believe you were only trying to protect yourself. Illinois law recognizes self-defense as a legal justification for the use of force in certain circumstances. However, successfully raising this defense requires more than simply claiming you acted out of fear—specific facts and legal standards must support it. An Illinois criminal defense lawyer from the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can help you understand how self-defense applies in assault cases. [...]

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Chicago Assault and Mental Health: Addressing the Psychological Aspect

Mar 7, 2024

Assault

Chicago, like many urban centers, faces the complex challenge of addressing violence while acknowledging the role mental health can play in its occurrence. This blog delves into the intersection of mental health and assault charges, exploring how psychological factors can impact legal proceedings and highlighting the importance of incorporating them into defense strategies.

Mental Health and Assault Charges: A Complex Intersection

Mental health issues can manifest in various ways, impacting an individual’s behavior and decision-making. In some cases, individuals with [...]

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Charged With IL Assault? You Have Rights

Jan 27, 2023

Assault

Criminal defendants, no matter what crimes they are charged with, have rights in the United States. These rights are protected by the United States Constitution. The problem is, not everyone who is accused of a crime like assault in Illinois takes full advantage of these rights – which is why your attorney is here to help.

What does the state of Illinois consider assault, and what rights do you have if you are accused? These are questions to which every [...]

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Charged with One of These Common IL New Year’s Eve Crimes?

Jan 5, 2023

Assault | Criminal Defense | Property Crimes | Public Intoxication

You’ve counted down the last moments of 2022, and now 2023 is here – it’s time for a fresh start. However, moving on from the previous year can be a bit more complicated if you’re facing criminal charges from the last minutes of 2022.

Some crimes commonly get people arrested in Illinois on New Year’s Eve. But just because they’re common doesn’t mean they’re not serious. Quite a few common crimes perpetrated on the last day of the year can [...]

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The Difference Between Assault and Aggravated Assault in Illinois

November 28, 2025 Aggravated Assault | Assault

In Illinois, the line between assault and aggravated assault often comes down to the presence of aggravating factors. While both offenses involve actions that place someone in fear of immediate harm, aggravated assault includes elements that make the conduct more harmful. If you are faced with an assault charge, a Chicago criminal defense lawyer can explain these distinctions and their consequences. The legal team at the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can assist you in separating the two cases and [...]

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How Mental Health Defenses Work in Chicago Criminal Cases

November 19, 2025 Criminal Defense | Mental Health

Mental health plays an increasingly recognized role in Illinois criminal law. When someone charged with a crime in Chicago has a diagnosed mental health condition or psychological disorder, it can significantly affect how the case proceeds. From investigation through sentencing, mental illness can influence criminal responsibility, competency, and potential sentencing outcomes.

At the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg, our team understands the complex connection between mental health and criminal defense. As an experienced Chicago criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Weisberg provides [...]

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