Was I unlawfully suspended

Unless you work for the government or are a union member, the employer has engaged in perfectly lawful activity. Ask to speak to HR. Ask to have...

You have a couple of concepts all jumbled up. Virtually no forcible felony can "stay (off) the record". Class X is the absolute big leagues, as...

Not long ago I posted my question herein and got some opinions, and now the problem remains unsolved, so I need extra comments.

Didn't see your initial post. I see two problems. First, the OK lawyer is not YOUR lawyer and has no duty to YOU at all. Second, he probably...

Is helping a veteran considered community service?

For any number of very valid reasons, if you don't do it for a 501(c)(3), it does not count.

Failure to appear

I guess you already know you have given up a tremendous break. I assume you have already made bond. I suspect the question whether you get more...

If I have a temp order of protection placed on me can I place a temp order on the person who placed it on me

999 times out of 1000, dueling OPs are just plain stupid. In your case, you need a skilled Divorce lawyer to file papers stabilizing these assets....

No. Not at all automatic. In fact, it would be a little surprising if the SAO even noted it. Make sure you extend your MDDP to go along with...

Can a prospective employer refuse to hire an applicant, b/c of an arrest (NOT a conviction or a criminal record).

In addition to Josh's excellent answer, the law of Illinois just changed so employers of 15 or more cannot even ASK about criminality until you...

Can a victim in a prior case be used for testimony or information if the case is related to a past case with the same person?

Yes, sometimes evidence of pattern, modus operandi or common design is useful and admissible, even where no charges were filed. Unable to...

I just want to add a caution. If you stated something factually incorrect on your application, note it was under pain of perjury. Might want to...