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Editor’s note By John L. Nisivaco Tort Law, September 2006 The first article of this edition, written by Mark Karno, discusses the Seventh Circuit’s Jury Trial Project. Mr. Karno provides an explanation of the project and his personal experience in a trial conducted pursuant to the project’s guidelines.
Editor’s Note: Introducing In The Alternative’s new student editors By Thomas D. Cavenagh Alternative Dispute Resolution, September 2006 Each year, In the Alternative selects students with an interest in Alternative Dispute Resolution to serve as student editors.
Editors’ notes September 2006 Following up on our last Newsletter, we have an additional article dealing with consumer protection.
Inside Administrative Law, September 2006 This issue of the Newsletter begins with commentary by the Section Council Chair, Jim Chipman (Executive Director and Legal Counsel to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board, Springfield, Illinois).
A note from the co-editor By Stanley R. Kaminski State and Local Taxation, September 2006 In this issue, Fred Marcus and Jennifer Zimmerman review the recent National City Corporation case which involved the timing of when a Protest Monies Act case can be brought in a tax action against the Illinois Department of Revenue.
Editor’s comments By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, August 2006 As the summer moves into August, we are already publishing the second issue of The Globe for the current Illinois State Bar Association year.
Editor’s note By Samuel H. Levine Real Estate Law, August 2006 The area of real estate law is diverse. It encompasses both transactional and litigation issues.
Editor’s note By John L. Nisivaco Tort Law, August 2006 In the first article of this edition, written by Kevin Veugeler, the author addresses the use of a request to admit to establish the necessity and reasonableness of a medical bill in light of the 5th District’s opinion in Szczeblewski v. Gosset.
Inside Administrative Law, August 2006 This issue of the Newsletter begins with an article by ALJ Ann Breen-Greco, a member of the Administrative Law Section Council, concerning a well-attended educational program for ALJs recently held by the Illinois Association of Administrative Law Judges. Ann was a speaker at as well as one of the organizers of the program.
A note from the co-editor By Mary Ann Connelly State and Local Taxation, August 2006 This edition of Tax Trends features an article by Co-Editor Stanley R. Kaminski entitled “Substantial Tax Penalties Can Be Avoided by the Proper Tax Reporting of Damage Awards and Settlements.”
Editor’s column: Court-ordered Rock, Paper, Scissors? By John T. Phipps General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, July 2006 Zealous advocacy reached a notorious low in a recent New York Times story that ran on June 8, 2006, which was then picked up by the Associated Press and widely circulated.
Editor’s comments By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, July 2006 Welcome to the new ISBA year with the first issue of The Globe. It is impossible to adequately express my gratitude to all the contributors who made it possible to produce seven issues again in the July 2005 through June 2006 ISBA year.
Editor’s note By John L. Nisivaco Tort Law, July 2006 In the first article of this edition, Judge Laninya A. Cason, Associate Circuit Judge, 20th Judicial Circuit, St. Clair County, addresses the merits of Senate Bill 475, which among other things, caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice litigation.
Inside Administrative Law, July 2006 This first issue of the new ISBA year begins with three articles relating to the change in leadership of the Section Council from Vickie Gillio to Jim Chipman.
Editor’s column By Ross S. Levey Family Law, June 2006 This Volume is a special edition of the ISBA Family Law Section Council Newsletter.
Editor’s note By Richard D. Hannigan Workers’ Compensation Law, June 2006 John Adams’ tenure as Chairperson has come to an end. He has had a great year and has set the bar high for the incoming Chairperson, Deborah Benzing, and all others who follow.
Editor’s note By Brendan Max Criminal Justice, June 2006 In addition to our usual summaries or recent criminal opinions of interest, this edition of the ISBA Criminal Justice Section Newsletter includes the second half of a Summary of Traffic-Related Decisions by the Honorable Daniel Locallo.
Editor’s note By John L. Nisivaco Tort Law, June 2006 In the first article is authored by Jerrold R. Beger, of Jerrold R. Beger & Associates, Ltd., in Rockford, Illinois. Mr. Beger discusses the Illinois Supreme Court’s decisions in Nichol v. Stass and Wallace v. Smith dealing with the application of the parent child immunity doctrine.
Editor’s notes June 2006 In addition to antitrust, unfair competition, in its broadest sense, is within the purview of this Committee. Antitrust and unfair competition law share a concern for consumer welfare.
From the editor By Peter R. Olson Elder Law, June 2006 We close out this bar year with a note of thanks to our Chairperson Susan Dawson-Tibbits.
Editor’s comments By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, May 2006 Welcome to the seventh issue of The Globe for the current ISBA year.
Editor’s comments By Philip E. Koenig Trusts and Estates, May 2006 In this issue of the Trust and Estate Law newsletter, we have several small articles covering a wide variety of topics.
Editor’s note By Gary R. Gehlbach Real Estate Law, May 2006 This issue inaugurates a new feature. Myles Jacobs and Bob Duffin, longtime members of the Real Estate Law Section Council and dedicated real estate practitioners, are sharing actual experiences from their practices.
Editor’s notes By William T. Kaplan Business Advice and Financial Planning, May 2006 Read Mr. Norden’s article. It is one of the best “legal” articles we have published in The Counselor. These 10 points offer invaluable advice.
Editor’s notes May 2006 “Three up, three down”: Summaries of Three 2006 Supreme Court Decisions This has been an unusually interesting Supreme Court term for antitrust practitioners.
From the editor By James K. Weston, Sr. Mineral Law, May 2006 As we approach the end of this bar year 2005-2006, a very important decision has been handed down by the Fifth District Appellate Court. Some may label it a “landmark” case.
Inside Administrative Law, May 2006 Do you think you know the difference between res judicata and collateral estoppel as those doctrines apply to administrative agency decisions?
A note from the co-editor By Mary Ann Connelly State and Local Taxation, May 2006 A special word of thanks to our guest speakers and to all of you who attended the State and Local Taxation’s Seminar on May 19, 2006.
Editor’s column By Ross S. Levey Family Law, April 2006 The Illinois Supreme Court adopted new rules, effective July 1, 2006, concerning child custody proceedings.
Editor’s note By Gary R. Gehlbach Real Estate Law, April 2006 The Illinois Supreme Court decision, First Midwest Bank v. Stewart Title Guaranty Company, earlier this year has generated considerable discussion and opinions, and several articles for this publication

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