How much control does the mayor have over crime in the city? WGN Radio Segment
Crime is front and center in the Chicago mayoral race. Listen in to WGN Radio as host Jon Hansen and Attorney Audriana Anderson discuss what the mayor can do about crime versus the Cook County State’s...
View Article3 kinds of injuries that can trigger a DCFS investigation
Children depend on the care of their parents, which means that they are quite vulnerable. Certain challenges, including abuse and neglect, can harm children both physically and mentally. In some cases,...
View ArticleLarge gatherings of teens turning violent
Jon Hansen from WGN Radio’s “Let’s Get Legal” asked Attorney Audriana Anderson to come back for another discussion after the recent events in Chicago where large gatherings of teenagers that have...
View ArticleFighting back against false allegations of child abuse
Parents in Illinois have certain legal obligations to their children. They have to provide housing, food and access to healthcare and education. They also have to avoid engaging in behaviors that could...
View ArticleMedical conditions that people mistake as signs of infant abuse
State agencies, healthcare providers, childcare providers and even early educational professionals may all intervene in family matters if they believe a child’s safety is at risk. Illinois law mandates...
View ArticleOn WGN Radio’s Let’s Get Legal, Attorney Audriana Anderson talks with Host...
This has been a challenge in several large cities like New York and Chicago in recent times. While law enforcement can monitor social media sites that are mainstream and public, there are so many...
View ArticleWhat is the timeline for a DCFS investigation
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) exists to help protect those who cannot advocate for themselves. One of the most important tasks that the DCFS performs involves...
View ArticleUnderstanding Illinois DCFS appeals: Protect your parental rights
The Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) helps protect those who cannot protect themselves. The organization investigates claims of child and elder abuse, as well as allegations...
View ArticleDefending juveniles in school threat and criminal cases
The juvenile justice system in Illinois deals with cases involving school threats and criminal law violations in a manner that is distinct from the adult criminal justice system. This approach...
View ArticleChallenging BAC evidence: Your rights during DUI processing
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are among the most common criminal infractions prosecuted in Illinois. People from all different backgrounds can end up arrested during targeted traffic stops,...
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