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Attorney Charles Schierer explains a wide array of legal issues and concepts that impact your daily life.  Did you know that ignorance of the law is never a defense?  That's right, you are presumed to know and understand the countless numbers of laws, their complexity and application to your situation.  Of course, unless you have been to law school, passed the bar and spent thousands of hours in court and reading legal briefs, you can't possibly have this degree of legal knowledge.   Well, Attorney Schierer is here to help you.  

  1. 11/04/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - Damages you should recover when you are the victim of negligence (Episode 12)

    When you are injured due to the careless actions of another person, or a negligent business owner, there are a number of different types of damages you might be able to recover for.  From pain and suffering to the loss of a normal life.  In this episode, we explore the different types of damages plaintiffs can recover when they file a civil lawsuit for damages.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    11 min

  2. 10/20/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - Understanding the probate process (Episode 11)

    Attorney Charles Schierer sets out the basics for you to have an overview of the probate process.  Probate is the process in which a decedent's will is administered in court and the person's property is inventoried, valued and distributed.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    12 min

  3. 10/17/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - What happens when you try and settle a claim without filing a lawsuit? (Episode 10)

    Attorney Charles Schierer provides a broad overview of what a person can expect when they are pursuing a civil claim (typically money damages) but do not wish to file a lawsuit.  In other words, they try to settle pre-suit.  Many claims are handled this way.  Often those are vehicular accidents.  Attorney Schierer takes the listener through the various steps.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    12 min

  4. 10/17/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - When dogs bite, what are the legal issues that arise? (Episode 9)

    Attorney Charles Schierer discusses when man's best friend becomes a criminal defendant, of sorts.  What is a person to do when a dog attacks them and causes them injuries.  Attorney Schierer explores the legal rights and some defenses that the dog's owners have.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    8 min

  5. 10/16/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - From arrest to the courtroom, we explore the timeline of a criminal matter (Episode 8)

    Attorney Charles Schierer takes you through the lifecycle of a criminal matter.  Starting with the arrest, this episode explores the various steps a criminal matter takes, all the way to a trial, sentencing and an appeal.  In this episode, Attorney Schierer touches on the basic timeline every criminal defendant endures on the journey through the American criminal justice system.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    16 min

  6. 10/14/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - Finally a simple explanation of the difference between Assault and Battery (Episode 7)

    Attorney Charles Schierer breaks down the legal difference between assault (the threat or apprehension of harm) and battery (the completed physical contact). Using an easy-to-understand example in a pub or a workplace scenario, he explains intent, immediacy, and when contact is accidental versus intentional.  The episode also covers aggravated assaults and batteries—how weapons, serious injury, protected victims, public settings, or hate-motivated acts raise the severity and penalties.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    12 min

  7. 10/13/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST - Brandenburg v. Ohio; not ALL Speech is First Amendment protected speech, and when Incitement is deemed a violation (Episode 6)

    In this first of many upcoming explanations of famous American cases, Attorney Charles Schierer briefly discusses Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969) and explains the very narrow incitement-to-violence exception to the First Amendment.  In this important episode, Attorney Schierer touches on the three-part Brandenburg test: (1) speech that encourages lawless action, (2) intent to cause such action, and (3) imminence of resulting violence. The episode emphasizes why free speech protections are broad, why exceptions must remain narrow, and how robust and peaceful public debate allows society to resolve disagreements without resorting to violence. Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    13 min

  8. 10/12/2025

    LAW IN THE WILD PODCAST: Essential advice to giving your first deposition (Episode 5)

    Have you received a subpoena to have your deposition taken in a legal matter?  Attorney Charles Schierer offers some very helpful tips for first timers, or if you have not provided a deposition in some time.  Attorney Schierer explains what a deposition is, why the deposition is so important, and how your testimony might fit in the discovery and settlement process.  Learn concise, practical tips for giving effective testimony: listen fully, answer only what’s asked, avoid speculation, stay professional with all lawyers, and maintain a consistent, calm demeanor to strengthen your credibility.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more information.

    14 min
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Attorney Charles Schierer explains a wide array of legal issues and concepts that impact your daily life.  Did you know that ignorance of the law is never a defense?  That's right, you are presumed to know and understand the countless numbers of laws, their complexity and application to your situation.  Of course, unless you have been to law school, passed the bar and spent thousands of hours in court and reading legal briefs, you can't possibly have this degree of legal knowledge.   Well, Attorney Schierer is here to help you.  

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