At Edward Johnson & Associates, we know what it means to have the federal government coming after you. When prosecutors accuse someone of PPP loan fraud, they are not playing around. The stakes are high. The government is looking for convictions, and they will use every tool they have to …
At Edward Johnson & Associates, we know how high the stakes are when the federal government comes after you. Federal charges are serious, the prosecutors are aggressive, and the rules of the game are not the same as in state court. One of the first questions clients ask us is …
At Edward Johnson & Associates, we know federal investigations are not a game. When federal agents knock on your door with questions about drug trafficking or conspiracy charges, the pressure is real and the stakes are sky-high. A proffer agreement may be offered as a way to talk to the …
When federal agents start asking questions, the clock begins ticking. Every second you wait gives the government more time to build a case against you. At Edward Johnson & Associates, we know what it takes to stop investigations from turning into indictments. Early intervention is not just an advantage—it can …
At Edward Johnson & Associates, we’ve seen how quickly a routine police encounter can escalate into a criminal charge for resisting arrest. When prosecutors add the element of violence, the stakes go up. This isn’t a minor issue. It’s a charge that can land you in jail, damage your reputation, …
At Edward Johnson & Associates, we know what it means to face federal charges. A federal indictment is not just a piece of paper; it’s the government throwing its full weight at you. The prosecutors on the other side have resources and a mission to secure a conviction. If you’ve …
At Edward Johnson & Associates, we know what’s on the line when you’re stopped for suspected DUI in Illinois. The moment an officer asks you to take a breathalyzer, the clock starts ticking on decisions that can change your future. The state uses implied consent laws to pressure drivers into …
At Edward Johnson & Associates, we’ve spent years tearing apart DUI cases in Chicago courtrooms. We know the law, we know the tactics prosecutors use, and we know how far law enforcement will push to get a conviction. One thing many clients don’t realize is that you can absolutely be …
When you’re sitting across the table from a police officer in an Illinois interrogation room, understand this, they are not your friend, and the law does not require them to tell you the truth. We’ve seen it too many times: people walking into that room thinking honesty will save them, …
If you’ve been hit with a DUI in Illinois and your license is suspended, the first thing you need to know is that you’re not powerless. The state might take your driving privileges, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit back and accept it. We don’t let our clients …