Illinois Bar Journal

September 2024 • Volume 112 • Number 9

Practice News

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LawPulse | By Amelia Buragas & Pete Sherman
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Illinois Law Update

Claimant may recover workers’ compensation for nonscheduled losses; state violates equal-protection measures in jury selection; Illinois Appellate Court mandates timely pretrial release hearings; nursing home’s claim for nonpayment improperly granted; elder abuse definition expanded; and more.

See cases, legislation, and administrative agencies.

Articles

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Alternative Dispute Resolution | By Ed Finkel
Collaborative Practice

An amicable approach to divorce, and more.

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Attorneys
Fool Me Once

The winning and honorable-mention entries to the Illinois Bar Journal’s annual Member Appreciation Month Contest.

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Disability Law | By Katharine Pancewicz
Adults With Disabilities Have Sex

Laws and regulations surrounding forced sterilization of adults with disabilities in Illinois.

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Criminal Law & Procedure/Evidence | By Christian Ketter and Jason W. Rose
The Value of a Life

When evidence in a wrongful-death case calls into question the decedent’s character.

Columns

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Comments
Medicaid and Credit Shelter Trusts

A reader provides a few caveats and supplemental information relating to Medicaid and credit shelter trusts.

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President’s Page | By Sonni Choi Williams
Behind the Scenes

Thanking all ISBA employees for what they do.

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Pointers From Practice HQ | By Jeffrey S. Krause
Hassle-Free Scheduling

Bring order to calendar chaos with a scheduling assistant.

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Feedback Loops | By Patrick Barry
Fortifying Feedback

Feeling like an impostor is normal, and may even help you succeed.

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LAP and Well-Being | By Joe Scally
Walking Into the Lion’s Den

Understanding our fears begins with facing them.