Remarks from the ChairBy William A. PriceBusiness and Securities Law, February 2008Illinois often follows the work of the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (NCCUSL) (Web site www.nccusl.org) in considering whether we need new laws to simplify and codify rules for corporation, business, and securities issues.
Remarks from the ChairBy William A. PriceBusiness and Securities Law, January 2008This year’s Corporation, Securities, and Business Law program of work is focused on member education.
Remembering Judge Eugene PinchamBy William H. Hooks & Hon. Michael B. HymanBench and Bar, July 2008On April 3, 2008, Justice R. Eugene Pincham passed. The following are two remembrances of Justice Pincham’s life and contributions to the legal community.
Report of status of selected civil liberties issues in RussiaBy Natalia EvdokimovaInternational and Immigration Law, November 2008Chapter II of the Constitution of the Russian Federation adopted in 1993 grants the rights and liberties of the citizens of Russia.
Report of status of selected civil liberties issues in RussiaBy Natalia EvdokimovaHuman and Civil Rights, September 2008Chapter II of the Constitution of the Russian Federation adopted in 1993 grants the rights and liberties of the citizens of Russia.
Report on ABA YLD Annual MeetingBy Frank N. DeBoni & Tarek A. FadelYoung Lawyers Division, October 2008The Assembly of the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division met on August 8-9, 2008, at the Marriott Marquis in beautiful Manhattan, New York.
Reporting radioactive releases under the Environmental Protection ActBy John VanVrankenEnvironmental and Natural Resources Law, September 2008In 2005 and 2006, there were numerous press reports concerning releases of radioactive tritium from the Braidwood Nuclear Power Plant and from other nuclear power plants in Illinois.
Reppert v. SIU: 4th District decision—A commentaryBy Phillip B. LenziniLocal Government Law, May 2008Essentially, the decision in the case of Reppert v. Southern Illinois University reversed the trial court’s summary judgment on behalf of SIU in the Freedom of Information Act case seeking release of the employment contracts of several SIU employees.
Requisite consent: Just consent or something more?By Craig GiomettiBench and Bar, August 2008The May 2008 decision in Mercado v. Mt. Sinai, et al., 889 N.E.2d 730 (1st Dist. 2008), was the first decision to define the term “requisite consent” as it is used in section 2.2 of the Wrongful Death Act.
Resolutions for 2008By Mary A. CorriganLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, April 2008Although 2008 is already underway, it is not too late to implement some resolutions for improvement of your law practice.
Resources for TradeInternational and Immigration Law, August 2008Any attorney who advises clients, or even hopes to advise clients in the future concerning matters of international business issues, should consider subscribing to USA Trade World Illinois, issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Retention of jurisdiction to enforce a settlement agreementBy Champ W. Davis, Jr. & Christine Polk MohrAlternative Dispute Resolution, December 2008Attorneys often settle cases with dismissal orders which provide for dismissals “with prejudice” but which also provide that the court shall retain jurisdiction to enforce the settlement.
A review of judicial gloss on the statutory provisions governing contribution to attorney fees under the IMDMABy David H. HopkinsFamily Law, January 2008The enactment known as “The ‘Leveling of the Playing Field’ in Divorce Litigation Amendments” (P.A. 89-712) (“LPF Act”), effective June 1, 1997, was in fact a complete overhaul of the fee provisions of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (“IMDMA”), 750 ILCS 5/101 et seq., one that included major changes to the rules for contribution.
The role of a Guardian Ad Litem in litigation: Not just a witnessBy Thomas A. Else, J.D. & Sean McCumber, J.D.Family Law, September 2008The role a Guardian Ad Litem in custody litigation is sometimes confused as to whether the Guardian (GAL) may be allowed to both testify as a witness and to advocate on behalf of the children as an attorney participating in the litigation.
The role of the GAL in family law casesBy Susan M. BrazasChild Law, May 2008In recent years, many circuit courts have made increasing numbers of appointments of Guardians Ad Litem in custody and visitation matters.
The role of the GAL in family law casesBy Susan M. BrazasGeneral Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, May 2008In recent years, many circuit courts have made increasing numbers of appointments of Guardians Ad Litem in custody and visitation matters.
The role of the Guardian ad Litem in litigation: Clearly unclearBy Henry D. Kass, J.D.Child Law, December 2008In a recent edition of the Family Law Bulletin, Thomas Else wrote about the role of the Guardian ad Litem in domestic relations litigation and argued that the role is quite defined.
Rollover – We mean it!By Katarinna McBrideTrusts and Estates, April 2008On March 12, 2008 the House of Representatives passed a bill that corrected and clarified the Pension Protection Act of 2006 (“PPA”) as it relates to non-spouse beneficiaries of qualified plan participants (H.R. 3361).
RULE 56.1: Requirements and pitfallsBy Mary Nagel & Kathryn A. KellyFederal Civil Practice, March 2008Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 56 governs motions for summary judgment. Fed. R. Civ. P. 56.
Rural lender advantageBy Lewis F. MatuszewichAgricultural Law, September 2008The United States Small Business Administration has introduced a modification of one of its loan programs, specifically designed to foster economic development in rural areas.
Sanctions at the Circuit Court LevelBy Richard D. HanniganWorkers’ Compensation Law, June 2008Rarely will the courts allow sanctions pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 137.
SEC approves revised FINRA rule on post-arbitration submissionsBy Julia KucanAlternative Dispute Resolution, December 2008Under a new rule approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), parties can submit additional information or documents after arbitration is closed under strict circumstances.
Secondary actor liability for securities law violationsBy Tanya SolovBusiness and Securities Law, June 2008In claims alleging securities fraud, “secondary actors” often include officers, directors, accountants, bankers, attorneys, vendors, and underwriters.
Section 12 Medical Examination Reports: Admissible as admission against interest?By William R. GallagherWorkers’ Compensation Law, September 2008For those of us who represent employees in workers’ compensation cases, it has been a common practice to have the employer or workers’ compensation insurer obtain a Section 12 examination by a physician of their choosing, the primary purpose of which is to obtain an expert medical opinion as to what might be one or more disputed issues, namely, is the employee still temporarily totally disabled; is there a medical causal relationship between the accident or repetitive trauma and the condition in question; is additional medical care/treatment necessary, etc.
