Illinois Bar Journal

October 2020 • Volume 108 • Number 10

Practice News

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LawPulse | By Rhys Saunders & Pete Sherman
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Illinois Law Update

Labor not subject to depreciation when determining cash value of loss; testimony of expert not present at offense inadmissible; possession of firearms while also possessing cannabis violates criminal code; and more.

See cases, legislation, and administrative agencies.

Articles

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Legislation | By Ed Finkel
ISBA’s Seat at the Table

Members are making a difference through the Association’s robust legislative affairs program.

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Constitutional Law | By Thomas A. Drysdale
I Can’t Quite Put My Finger on It

Is biometrically unlocking a digital device a self-incriminating act?

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Evidence | By Christopher DiPlacido
For the Record

Exploring the unique postdeath tax-The Illinois Rules of Evidence and the admission of business records through foundational sources.

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Cannabis Law | By Emily L. Fitch and Brenda M. (Duke) Mathis
What’s That Smell?

An overview of the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act.

Columns

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President's Page | By Dennis J. Orsey
Hearing From You and Giving Credit Where It’s Due

Announcing an ISBA COVID-19 survey and this year’s Board of Governors Award winners.

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President-Elect Message | By Anna P. Krolikowska
Ready to Lead?

Nominate Yourself for an ISBA Committee or Section Council

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Member to Member
General Member Referral Directory

Find a qualified ISBA member when a case falls outside of your area of practice.

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Pointers From Practice HQ | By Jeffrey R. Schoenberger
Webcams: Seeing Is Believing

Hunting for a webcam? Read on.

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Your Life's Work | By Karen Erger
Ruh-Roh! Video Conferencing Is Here to Stay

Videoconferencing and the new rules of virtual etiquette.