Terms of Service
Terms of Service
McMahon Law Offices
Effective Date: January 19, 2025
Last Updated: July 31, 2025
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By accessing and using the McMahon Law Offices website (the "Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
Important Legal Disclaimers
No Attorney-Client Relationship
VISITING THIS WEBSITE OR CONTACTING OUR OFFICE DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP. An attorney-client relationship is established only through a signed retainer agreement. Until such an agreement is executed, we have no duty to keep your communications confidential, and no attorney-client privilege exists.
No Legal Advice
The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The law is complex and changes frequently. Information on this website may not reflect the most current legal developments and should not be relied upon as legal advice for any specific situation.
Case Results Disclaimer
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique, and the results in one case do not create an expectation of similar results in other cases. The outcome of any legal matter depends on many factors and cannot be predicted with certainty.
Use of This Website
Permitted Use
You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to use the site:
- In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
- To transmit or procure the sending of any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material
- To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the firm, employees, another user, or any other person or entity
- To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the website
Prohibited Activities
You may not:
- Use automated systems to access the website without permission
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website
- Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers connected to the website
- Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code
- Copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from website content without permission
Communications and Confidentiality
Unsecured Communications
Email and internet communications are not secure. Confidential or time-sensitive information should not be sent through email or website contact forms. For urgent legal matters, please call our office directly.
No Confidentiality for Non-Clients
Information you submit through this website or in initial consultations may not be confidential and may not be protected by attorney-client privilege unless and until we enter into a formal attorney-client relationship.
Conflicts of Interest
We cannot represent you if doing so would create a conflict of interest with existing clients. We reserve the right to decline representation for any reason, including conflicts of interest, lack of expertise in the relevant area of law, or scheduling constraints.
Intellectual Property Rights
Website Content
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Limited License
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- Modify or copy the materials
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- Remove any copyright or proprietary notations from the materials
Trademarks
"McMahon Law Offices" and other marks used on this site are trademarks of McMahon Law Offices. Use of these trademarks without written permission is prohibited.
Privacy and Data Protection
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Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their terms and policies, not ours.
Disclaimers and Limitations
Website Availability
We strive to keep our website available at all times, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control.
Accuracy of Information
While we make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of information on our website, we make no warranties or representations about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the content.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MCMAHON LAW OFFICES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THIS WEBSITE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless McMahon Law Offices, its attorneys, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of this website or violation of these Terms of Service.
Jurisdiction and Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of this website shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in DuPage County, Illinois.
Fee Arrangements and Payment Terms
Consultation Fees
Initial consultations may be subject to fees as discussed during scheduling. Fee arrangements for ongoing representation will be outlined in a separate retainer agreement.
Payment Obligations
If you engage our services, payment terms will be specified in your retainer agreement. Failure to pay fees as agreed may result in withdrawal from representation, subject to applicable rules of professional conduct.
Professional Standards
McMahon Law Offices is bound by the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct and other applicable legal ethics rules. Nothing in these Terms of Service shall be construed to violate or supersede these professional obligations.
Modification of Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to this website at any time, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms of Service.
Contact Information
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Acknowledgment
BY USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND OUR PRIVACY POLICY.
These Terms of Service are designed to protect both McMahon Law Offices and website users while complying with applicable laws and professional ethics requirements. For specific legal questions, please contact our office.
Charges We defend against
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Blood alcohol concentration of .08 or higher. The most common DUI charge with specific breath and blood test requirements that can be challenged through technical and constitutional defenses.
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Impairment-based charge that doesn't require specific BAC levels. Prosecution relies on officer observations and field sobriety tests that can be effectively challenged.
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Felony charges when child under 16 is passenger. Can involve DCFS investigation and custody issues requiring comprehensive defense strategy.
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Lower .04 BAC standard for commercial drivers that can destroy careers. Specialized defense required to protect CDL and employment.
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Felony charges. Enhanced penalties for DUI in designated zones. Technical defenses available regarding signage, boundaries, & time restrictions.
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Charges for driving under the influence of drugs, prescription meds, or cannabis. Complex cases requiring expert witnesses and medical defenses.
625 ILCS 5/11-501
Enhanced penalties for high BAC cases. Felony charges requiring aggressive defense to avoid prison time and permanent consequences.
625 ILCS 5/6-303.1
Driving while suspended with specific aggravating factors. Enhanced penalties including potential felony charges and extended suspension periods.
625 ILCS 5/11-204
Failing to obey traffic signals, stop signs, or other traffic control devices. Moving violations that add points and can trigger license suspension.
625 ILCS 5/6-303
Operating a vehicle while your license is suspended or revoked. Penalties escalate from misdemeanors to felonies based on prior violations and suspension reasons.
625 ILCS 5/6-101
Operating a vehicle without a valid Illinois driver's license. Charges that can affect employment and future licensing opportunities.
625 ILCS 5/11-601.5
Driving 26+ mph over speed limit or exceeding 85 mph. Class B misdemeanor with criminal penalties and potential license suspension.
625 ILCS 5/11-501.2
Failing to remain at accident scene or provide required information. Serious charges that can escalate to felonies when injuries or deaths are involved.
625 ILCS 5/11-503
Willful or wanton disregard for safety of persons or property. Class A misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and permanent criminal record.
625 ILCS 5/11-601
Exceeding posted speed limits or driving too fast for conditions. Penalties range from fines to license suspension depending on speed and location of violation.
720 ILCS 5/17-10.3
Using another person's identifying information without authorization for fraudulent purposes. Class 4 felony with 1-3 years prison and restitution requirements.
720 ILCS 5/16-4
Theft or misuse of property belonging to elderly or disabled persons. Enhanced penalties and mandatory reporting requirements for financial abuse cases.
720 ILCS 5/17-3
Damaging or destroying another person's property intentionally or recklessly. Charges range from misdemeanors to felonies based on damage amount and property type.
720 ILCS 5/16-1.3
Shoplifting or theft from retail establishments including altering price tags and concealing merchandise. Enhanced penalties for repeat offenses and organized retail crime.
720 ILCS 5/18-1
Taking property by force or threat of force. Class 2 felony with 3-7 years prison that escalates to Class 1 with weapons or injuries.
720 ILCS 5/19-3
Unlawfully entering dwellings or residences with intent to commit theft or felony. Class 1 felony with 4-15 years prison and enhanced penalties for home invasions.
720 ILCS 5/16-1
Taking property without authorization with intent to permanently deprive the owner. Penalties range from misdemeanors to felonies based on property value and circumstances.
720 ILCS 5/19-1
Unlawfully entering buildings or vehicles with intent to commit theft or felony. Class 2 felony with 3-7 years prison that can escalate with aggravating factors.
720 ILCS 5/24-4
Possession of specific prohibited weapons or ammunition types. Various felony levels depending on weapon classification and defendant's background.
720 ILCS 5/24-1.5
Discharging firearms in reckless manner endangering persons or property. Class 4 felony with potential for enhanced charges if injuries occur.
720 ILCS 5/24-2
Firing weapons within municipal limits or in dangerous circumstances. Class 4 felony with 1-3 years prison and permanent criminal record.
720 ILCS 5/24-3
Selling or transferring firearms without proper licensing or to prohibited persons. Class 4 felony with federal implications and ATF investigation.
720 ILCS 5/24-1.2
Possession of ammunition by persons prohibited from possessing firearms. Class 3 felony with 2-5 years prison and enhanced penalties for repeat offenders.
720 ILCS 5/24-1.6
UUW with loaded firearms, body armor, or in public places. Class 4 felony with enhanced penalties and mandatory minimum sentences in some cases.
720 ILCS 5/24-1.1
Possession of firearms or weapons by persons with felony convictions. Class 2 felony with 3-7 years prison and permanent loss of gun rights.
720 ILCS 5/24-1
Carrying or possessing weapons in violation of Illinois law. Class A misdemeanor to Class 4 felony depending on weapon type and circumstances.
720 ILCS 5/10-2
Kidnapping with weapons, ransom demands, or involving children. Class X felony with 6-30 years prison and potential life sentences in extreme cases.
720 ILCS 5/10-1
Unlawful restraint and movement of victims by force or threat. Class 2 felony with 3-7 years prison that can escalate to Class X with aggravating factors.
720 ILCS 5/18-1
Taking property by force or threat while armed with dangerous weapons. Class X felony with 6-30 years prison and no possibility of probation.
720 ILCS 5/11-1.30
Sexual assault with weapons, great bodily harm, or involving children. Class X felony with 6-60 years prison and lifetime consequences requiring immediate defense.
720 ILCS 5/18-2
Robbery with great bodily harm, weapons, or involving victims over 60. Enhanced penalties and mandatory minimum sentences that require aggressive defense strategies.
720 ILCS 5/11-1.20
Non-consensual sexual conduct involving force or inability to consent. Class 1 felony charges with 4-15 years prison and lifetime sex offender registration requirements.
720 ILCS 5/9-1
The most serious violent crime charge involving intentional killing or death during commission of forcible felonies. Life imprisonment or death penalty cases requiring immediate aggressive defense.
720 ILCS 5/9-3
Unintentional killing through reckless conduct or during commission of unlawful acts. Serious felony charges with 2-5 years prison that require expert legal representation.
720 ILCS 5/12-3.1
Battery committed against law enforcement officers during arrest or official duties. Enhanced penalties and felony charges that prosecutors pursue aggressively with mandatory minimum sentences.
720 ILCS 5/12-3.05
Battery against children under 13 causing great bodily harm. Extremely serious felony charges that require immediate aggressive defense to avoid lengthy prison sentences.
720 ILCS 5/12-1
Threatening or attempting to cause bodily harm to another person. The most basic assault charge that can escalate quickly based on circumstances and victim claims.
720 ILCS 5/12-3.2
Battery committed against family or household members. Serious charges that trigger automatic arrests, no-contact orders, and potential loss of gun rights and child custody.
720 ILCS 5/12-3.3
Domestic battery with great bodily harm or repeat offenses. Serious felony charges that combine domestic violence penalties with aggravated battery consequences.
720 ILCS 5/12-4
Battery with great bodily harm, permanent disability, or use of weapons. Felony charges with mandatory prison time that require aggressive defense to avoid years in Illinois Department of Corrections.
720 ILCS 5/12-2
Assault with deadly weapons or against protected persons like police officers. Enhanced penalties and felony charges that can result in lengthy prison sentences and career destruction.
720 ILCS 5/12-3
Unlawful physical contact or causing bodily harm to another person. Common charge in bar fights, domestic disputes, and altercations that can result in jail time and permanent records.
720 ILCS 570/401.1(b)
Charges for planning or agreeing to commit drug crimes with others. Complex cases involving wiretaps, confidential informants, and federal cooperation that require specialized defense.
720 ILCS 570/405
Enhanced penalties for drug crimes committed within 1,000 feet of schools or parks. Automatic sentence enhancements that can double prison time and eliminate probation options.
720 ILCS 570/404
Possession of items used to consume, manufacture, or distribute drugs. Often charged alongside other drug offenses to increase penalties and prosecution leverage.
720 ILCS 570/407
Large-scale drug distribution charges based on quantity or interstate activity. Class X felonies with sentences up to 30 years in prison and massive fines.
720 ILCS 570/405.2
Possession of drugs with evidence of intent to sell or distribute. Enhanced penalties between simple possession and manufacturing charges based on quantity and circumstances.
720 ILCS 570/401.1
Charges for producing, selling, or distributing controlled substances. Serious felonies with mandatory minimum sentences and lengthy prison terms that require aggressive defense.
720 ILCS 570/401
Possession of illegal drugs including cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and prescription drugs without authorization. Felony charges with potential prison time and permanent records.
720 ILCS 570/402
Possession of marijuana over legal limits or without proper authorization. Penalties range from fines to felony charges depending on amount and location of arrest.
625 ILCS 5/11-501(a)(2)
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