While the 80s and 90s saw those involved in law enforcement being tough on juvenile offenders, the reverse has happened in the last decade. Instead of being tried as an adult, more juveniles in Illinois in the past decade have been tried in juvenile court, which could...
Stealthing: A different type of rape
Some types of sexual crimes in Illinois are readily identified by name and understood as being violent. Those heinous crimes are punishable by many years in prison if found guilty. However, not all crimes of this nature are well known. One such lesser known violation...
The police should not be allowed to lie to juvenile suspects
When a juvenile is arrested in Illinois, the whole experience can be quite scary and confusing. They are typically read their Miranda rights, but after that, anything goes. Unfortunately, this often includes the police lying to the juvenile. This is why it's important...
Do dentists commit health care fraud?
When people visit an Illinois dentist’s office, they typically expect an accurate assessment and quality care. Some patients receive bad news about a tooth’s condition, so getting a crown or scaling becomes necessary - or so the patient thinks. Surprisingly, an...
Do credit card companies investigate fraud?
Have you recently noticed strange charges on your credit card bills? If your bank account is suddenly less than it should be, it's time to get alarmed. These issues can be due to you becoming a victim of fraud. This is a crime of the white collar variety that affects...
When credit card fraud becomes federal and penalties
A white-collar crime in Edwardsville, Illinois, is usually a nonviolent financial crime, committed by people in financial sectors. An example of white-collar crime is credit card fraud, which may be charged at the state or federal level. Federal vs. state credit card...
Here’s how expert witnesses can be a problem
It's no secret that Illinois criminal cases hinge on evidence. In many cases, the prosecution's case hangs on the testimony of expert witnesses. Unfortunately, expert witnesses are not always reliable. In fact, they can make unexpected mistakes that can have a...
Common types of healthcare fraud in Illinois
Healthcare fraud is a serious crime in Illinois that costs taxpayers billions of dollars every year. To protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming victims, here are the five most common types of health care fraud. We will also look at how healthcare providers...
Types of modern health care fraud
Health care fraud is an ongoing concern in Illinois and the U.S. Unnecessary medical procedures, kickbacks and other problems are investigated every year by the health care industry. The following are common examples of health care fraud. Kickbacks A kickback is an...
What makes a grand theft auto a felony in Illinois?
In Illinois, when you take somebody's property without their consent or with the intention of permanently depriving them of their property, the court recognizes that action as theft. The punishment will depend on the circumstances surrounding the case and the value of...
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