Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Any legal issue can produce a great amount of stress for the individual and loved ones involved. It should go without saying though, that criminal defense cases are often the most stressful. Depending on the severity of your charges, your freedom could potentially be at stake. Know that feelings of fear and worry are normal. Many things in life unfortunately remain out of our control. One thing we can control though is how we respond and move forward.
• DUI/DWI
  Illinois has some of the toughest DUI/DWI laws in the country. If you are facing a drunk driving charge, you have the right to seek representation from an experienced attorney. We can help. At the Johnston Law Offices, we have been standing up for people who have been accused of driving under the influence for over 33 years.
• Wrongful Death
  Our law firm is available to handle personal injuries and wrongful death cases stemming from a wide range of accidents. We focus much of our practice on representing those injured in motor vehicle accidents. We know that if you were in a car crash, there are many pressing practical questions on your mind. The same is true of a truck wreck or a motorcycle accident. There are questions like...
• Traffic Violations
  No matter how safe, cautious, or careful of a driver that you are, traffic violations are inevitable. Driving conditions are not always ideal, and sometimes inclement weather can negatively affect the conditions of the roads, or impact visibility. There may be noise or movement distractions coming from in or out of your vehicle, and sometimes cars even have technical malfunctions that are no fault of your own.
• Sex Crimes
  Elder Abuse and Neglect: nursing home abuse, nursing home neglect, bedsores, malnutrition, dehydration, physical assault, and sexual assault
• Fraud
• Burglary
  Theft and burglary: We offer skilled defense for people charged with retail theft and burglary. Our goal is to improve our clients’ situations by minimizing the penalties as much as possible.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  Drug crimes: Our firm is able to handle both misdemeanor and felony drug crimes, including possession, prescription drug crimes, sale and distribution, trafficking, and others.
• Drug Crimes
  Prosecutors take drug crimes very seriously, whether it’s a minor drug case or major drug conviction. If convicted on drug charges, you could face jail time and other penalties. That is why you need to speak with an experienced Edwardsville drug crimes lawyer who can immediately begin building a strong, solid defense on your behalf if you have been charged with a drug crime.
• Assault
• Forgery
  Fraud and forgery: Were you caught writing bad checks? Are you under investigation for fraud? Contact us today to get started on your defense.
• Hit and Run
  If you were seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident or in an accident with a driver without any auto insurance, you may be wondering how you can cope with all of the financial and emotional burdens caused by the accident. Or you may be upset because the driver who hit you has only the minimum coverage required and your damages far exceed that amount. In many cases, you can seek compensation from your own auto insurance company under your uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  Johnston Law helped me with my Workers Compensation case. They made a normally bad experience a very good one. I was overwhelmed trying to handle the case by myself so I turned to Ben and he handled everything. All I had to do was recover. Its nice to know that if I need a lawyers services in the future I know where to go!!!! Thanks again for your help.

Property Law

• Property Damage
  If the cost of medical treatment, lost wages, and property damage exceeds the policy limits of the driver that hit you, you can recover some or the entire remaining amount from your insurer. For example, suppose the total damage to you and your car equal $100,000. Suppose further that the driver that hit you was only insured for $50,000 in liability. Under the terms of your underinsured / uninsured motorist coverage, you are eligible to recover all or a portion of the difference – in this case, up to $50,000.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  To work with an experienced personal injury lawyer at Johnston Law Offices P.C., call (618) 655-1234 for a free consultation. We are based in Edwardsville and serve clients in Illinois and Missouri.
• Auto Accidents
• Dog Bites
  Dog bites can result in physical and emotional pain. Adults and children alike can be affected. Our skilled Edwardsville dog bite lawyer represents adults and children who have been bitten by dogs and are now suffering emotionally and physically. These can be serious injuries that result in lifelong consequences, including scarring and disfigurement. The Johnston Law Offices is prepared to protect your rights.