Though people have the legal right to protect themselves and others from threats, there are limitations on when physical force may be used. In other terms, there's a very fine line between self-defense and assault. The differences are confusing, but it's important to...
While most of us don’t like to think much about it, the inevitable will happen to us all: we’ll pass away from this earth and leave possessions and loved ones behind. From a legal perspective, it is really important to plan what happens after passing away, especially...
Being charged with a domestic violence charge is a serious one that can negatively affect a person for the rest of their life. Even if a person is guilty, this does not mean they do not hold certain rights that are afforded to them under the law. When someone has been...
Divorcing from your spouse is a trying time. Many Rockford IL residents have taken years to get where they are and just want to get out quickly. Even so, the process can be challenging, especially if you and your spouse cannot agree on the terms or one person wants...
Too often you hear in the news about an elderly individual being abused by medical personnel or a caregiver. From physical to emotional scarring, there are different ways that a person is abused by another individual. Being abused is a traumatic experience and...