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Category: Assault

Falsely Accused of IL Assault? Here’s What To Do

In Illinois, being falsely accused of any crime is a serious issue, but facing false allegations of assault charges seems to be especially egregious. You may feel helpless in the face of these accusations, but you are not. There are things you can do to protect yourself and your rights.

Assault charges can result in severe penalties that can impact your entire life. From jail time to fines to a criminal history that can ruin your reputation, you must understand [...]

Illinois Assault: Top Myths

If you’ve gotten charged with assault in Illinois, you may be unsure what to do next. No matter the circumstances of your assault charge, it’s vital that you understand what those charges mean.

Many people, for example, don’t understand the difference between assault and battery in Illinois. They also don’t understand the way in which the criminal justice system works in the state since their knowledge may be limited to the things they’ve seen on television and in movies.

To [...]

When Two Chicago Muggers Pick the Wrong Guy

Assault is a serious crime, but it can be even more serious based on who it is that was assaulted, as two assailants in Chicago may soon find out.

A city alderman was assaulted by two men outside a late-night bar in River North recently. He is fine and said the whole altercation, which included him being knocked to the ground, punched, and kicked.

A bar employee broke up the incident and the two men fled the scene. The alderman [...]

Facing Assault Charges After a Quarantine Run to Your IL Sam’s Club?

We’re in tough times. People are scared and hunkering down with as much food and toilet paper as they can. So when stores don’t have the supplies that a person needs to keep their family safe, tensions rise.

If you’ve been shopping at grocery stores lately, you might have noticed police standing around. This is because here in Illinois, squad cars have been called to local Sam’s Clubs to enforce social distancing and control any situations that get out of [...]

Assault or Domestic Assault: Where Does Illinois Draw the Line?

Regardless of the circumstances, assault of any kind is considered a violent crime. This criminal offense often results in prison time, and a criminal history of violent crime can impact you far longer than any jail sentence.

That said, Illinois law does charge episodes of assault and battery separately from domestic violence. Additionally, domestic assault convictions usually carry more severe criminal consequences, and are met with a host of civil consequences that could affect many aspects of your daily life.[...]

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The Difference Between Assault and Aggravated Assault in Illinois

Aggravated Assault | Assault

In Illinois, the line between assault and aggravated assault often comes down to the presence of aggravating factors. While both offenses involve actions that place someone in fear of immediate harm, aggravated assault includes elements that make the conduct more harmful. If you are faced with an assault charge, a Chicago criminal defense lawyer can explain these distinctions and their consequences. The legal team at the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg can assist you in separating the two cases and [...]

How Mental Health Defenses Work in Chicago Criminal Cases

Criminal Defense | Mental Health

Mental health plays an increasingly recognized role in Illinois criminal law. When someone charged with a crime in Chicago has a diagnosed mental health condition or psychological disorder, it can significantly affect how the case proceeds. From investigation through sentencing, mental illness can influence criminal responsibility, competency, and potential sentencing outcomes.

At the Law Offices of Andrew Weisberg, our team understands the complex connection between mental health and criminal defense. As an experienced Chicago criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Weisberg provides [...]