Bankruptcy is an important financial tool for those who need relief from overwhelming debt. However, the process can be both highly stressful and legally complex. It can be easy to feel panicked when facing the possibility of losing valuable assets. Those preparing...
Involvement in white-collar crime can have a long-lasting impact on your career. Depending on your level of involvement, your professional success may never be the same. You might wonder if returning to the workforce is a possibility at all. Knowing how to approach...
After a criminal conviction and the subsequent jail sentence, a person deserves a fresh start in life. This entails finding housing for themselves and their family, participating in the civic process, and securing the proper credentials to pursue gainful employment....
When someone reports a federal, as opposed to an Illinois, criminal act to authorities, a particular agency may decide to launch an investigation into the matter. The type of agency that investigates the matter might depend on the type of offense alleged, but if the...
If you have not participated in criminal activity or witnessed a potential crime, members of law enforcement are not likely to bother you. When officers think you have relevant information about a criminal matter, though, speaking to you launches to the top of their...
Mortgage fraud is a crime that prohibits certain acts in conjunction with selling a mortgage or obtaining a mortgage. Prosecutors can charge loan applicants, brokers or other third parties depending on the illegal act committed. Applicants face charges for knowingly...
As digital technology continues to advance, so do cases of intellectual property theft. This white-collar crime occurs across many different types of media, from art to music. According to the National Crime Prevention Council, intellectual property theft may occur at...
A criminal charge on the rise in recent years is identity theft. Whether you are a victim or someone suspected of committing this white-collar crime, it may seem like a confusing prospect. When the police suspect someone of identity theft, the investigation may start...
One major issue related to criminal justice reform is the issue of the money bond. Like in other states across the US, Illinois has a system where, upon arrest for a crime, the accused often has the ability to pay “bail” in order to stay out of jail until trial....
When approached with inquiries about your criminal case in Illinois, you might feel obligated to answer. However, sharing sensitive information with the wrong party could incriminate you further. Knowing your rights can help you protect your case, your freedom and...
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