Every time you get into a motor vehicle, you run the risk of serious accidents and personal injuries. Because of the substantial dangers of car crashes, auto manufacturers have the legal duty to design, produce, and sell vehicles that are safe for use by drivers. If a manufacturer does not…
The best way to prevent being suspected or charged with a DUI is to never drink any alcohol or consume any drugs prior to driving. However, if you have consumed alcohol within 12 hours of driving, the following is an Illinois specific view of the different actions that can be…
If you or someone you know is interested in a pardon, more formally called a petition for executive clemency, here is some good news. In 2012, of the 507 petitions acted upon by Governor Pat Quinn, 176 were granted. (https://www2.illinois.gov/prb/Documents/prb12anlrpt.pdf) That means if your petition was acted on, you had…
Juvenile expungement is governed by 705 ILCS 405/5-915. The statute can be found here http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/fulltext.asp?DocName=070504050K5-915. Pursuant to this statute, all juvenile law enforcement and court records can be expunged unless it was an adjudication or finding of guilty for first degree murder or a sex offense that would be considered…
Congratulations to Attorney David W. Lawler on his recent appointment to the Board of Trustees of the Marion Carnegie Library. Attorney Lawler is filling the vacancy left by the resignation of Steve Aschieris. Attorney Lawler was appointed by Marion Mayor Robert Butler.
Adam B. Lawler Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of a new attorney, David Lawler. David formerly worked as an Assistant State’s Attorney in Williamson County. David will assist the firm in all existing practice areas along with handling criminal defense, traffic, and DUI. To contact David…
Adam B. Lawler Law Firm, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of a new attorney, David Lawler. David formerly worked as an Assistant State’s Attorney in Williamson County. David will assist the firm in all existing practice areas along with handling criminal defense, traffic, and DUI. To contact David…