With an increase in threats officials break down judge protections in Illinois

An increase in threats towards judges is becoming an issue with many wanting to push more protections at the federal level.

From: 
News Channel 20

‘It’s a human dignity issue’: data reveals racial, economic disparities in access to quality nursing home care across Chicago

A data analysis by WTTW News and the Hyde Park Herald/South Side Weekly found a stark disparity between access to quality nursing home care for Black and white Chicagoans, with highly rated homes concentrated on the city’s North Side and housing majority white residents.

From: 
South Side Weekly

Single-Family Residential Construction: The Owner’s Perspective

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

Investing in the construction of a new home or remodeling an existing home may be one of the largest financial investments that a client may make. Moreover, securing the home of “their dreams” is also an emotional investment by the client. Don’t miss this two-part online program that gives you an overview of the various construction law issues from the owner’s perspective, which will allow you to better protect your clients from construction and payment disputes with their contractors and guide them to a smoother journey to obtain their dream home. 

Jurors begin deliberating historic racketeering case against Ed Burke

The case against the former Chicago alderperson has been pending for nearly five years.

From: 
Chicago Sun-Times

Cook County enacts new paid leave ordinance

On December 14, 2023, the Cook County Board of Commissions passed an ordinance that transforms the county’s current paid sick leave ordinance to a new paid leave ordinance, effective December 31, 2023.

From: 
The National Law Review

Prosecutor, public defender chosen as finalists for Kane Circuit Court vacancy

Vincent M. Coyle and Eun K. Yoon have been selected as the finalists to fill a 16th Circuit Associate Judge vacancy, Chief Judge Robert Villa announced in a news release.

From: 
Kane County Chronicle

Illinois to ban e-cigarette use in indoor public spaces in 2024

Starting next month, Illinoisans will not be able to use their vapes or other e-cigarette products inside public places.

From: 
WCIA

Lakemoor man charged in fatal DUI crash to stay in jail until trial, judge rules

A Lakemoor man accused of driving drunk before causing a fatal wreck that killed a Rockford man who was on his way home from a family wedding in October on Monday was ordered to remain in jail while awaiting trial.

From: 
Northwest Herald

What Is the Judicial Performance Evaluation Program?: Insights From a Facilitator

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

Judges, just like the attorneys who practice in their courtrooms, benefit greatly from feedback on how well they’re performing in their jobs. While attorneys typically work closely with their peers, and likely undergo regular performance reviews in their law firms, this process is more difficult for judges.