Most people assume that DUIs only apply to alcohol or illegal drugs, but in Illinois, you can be charged with a DUI for legally prescribed medications if they impair your ability to drive. Even if a doctor prescribes your medication, you are still legally responsible for ensuring it doesn’t impair your ability to drive.

In Illinois, divorced parents can be legally required to help pay for a child’s college education, even after the child turns 18. Illinois family law is built around one major goal: minimizing the negative impact of divorce on kids. The courts try to ensure that children of divorced parents have the same opportunities they might have had if their parents stayed together—including higher education. So while married parents can choose not to contribute to college, divorced parents might not have that luxury

In Illinois, the law states that by simply driving on public roads, you give implied consent to blood alcohol content (BAC) testing. However, there’s a major catch—this consent only applies if you’ve already been arrested for DUI. Whether you take the test or refuse, the most important step is to contact an experienced DUI defense attorney immediately.

Understanding the potential impact of social media on your divorce can help you make smarter decisions, both online and in court. What you post online—no matter how harmless it may seem—can become evidence that affects everything from asset division to child custody. A few small changes in your online behavior could save you time, money, and stress.