Almost two years ago, Illinois voters passed a law that would allow medical marijuana dispensaries to begin to open their doors in Illinois, as long as they follow the proper rules and regulations. This includes applying for the proper licenses … Continue reading
If you were one of the lucky thousands to snag a ticket for the Blackhawks Stanley Cup rally tomorrow, or if you’re just planning to head into the city for the parade, there are a few things you should keep … Continue reading
This past weekend, Spring Awakening Music Festival took place at Soldier Field in Chicago. After Saturday’s festivities ended, 19 year-old Steve Vongkoth was found dead outside of the festival. Police suspect it was a drug overdose. Music festivals may seem … Continue reading
As summer approaches us and schools dismiss their students for vacation numerous summer music festivals are among us such as Spring Awakening, which starts this weekend. These festivals are designed with the intent to provide entertainment, with incredible light shows, … Continue reading
If you look to the skies and see a small, UFO-like, hovering object following you around the city, you might be the subject of a criminal investigation. For at least the next two years, the Illinois State Police (ISP) has … Continue reading
It’s been a hectic few weeks here at the Law Offices but we were so excited to enjoy a much-deserved weekend of relaxation – so much show that we forgot to post the Friday Feature ON Friday! Laura and Tim … Continue reading
On Monday, April 20 – widely known in cannabis culture as “420” – Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez announced the office will not prosecute most cases of misdemeanor possession. In its press release, the State’s Attorney Office wrote that … Continue reading
Are You In The Mood For Some Monday Humor? Chicago entertainment website Thrillist identified ten strange laws it is possible to break in one hour and, after doing our own research, we have added some of our favorites! Some are … Continue reading
Click here to check out Samuel Partida’s collection of March 2015 criminal cases. And stay tuned for a strange and surprising list of illegal activities in Illinois!
A deceased trial judge’s decision to convict a man for murder based on evidence that was not offered by the State led Judge Posner to author an opinion in which he ardently condemned the trial judge’s basis for conviction and declared that his finding … Continue reading
