From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, June 2010An introduction to the issue from The Policy's Managing Co-Editor.
From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, March 2010An introduction to this issue from the newsletter's Managing Co-Editor, James T. Nyeste.
George Steinbrenner’s estate tax homerunBy Robert J. KolasaTrusts and Estates, October 2010Since Mr. Steinbrenner died in 2010 (a year in which there may be no federal estate taxes), his heirs pitched the proverbial perfect game and escaped with a zero estate tax bill.
Google Books: The future is now?By Dale R. KurthIntellectual Property, June 2010The case of The Author’s Guild, et al. v. Google, Inc. will go a very long way in deciding how society as a whole makes its tentative way down the path of an increasingly technological terrain.
Greetings from the ChairBy Adam NelsonLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, October 2010Sign up for the ISBA's Solo & Small Firm Conference later this month and attend one or more of the many technology-focused presentations-- they're sure to help you in your practice!
Greetings from the ChairBy Adam NelsonLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2010A look at what members of the Committee have to look forward to in the coming year, from Chair Adam Nelson.
Headquarters’ headaches—Extraterritoriality and the courtsBy Douglas A. Darch & Miriam GeraghtyLabor and Employment Law, January 2010The mobility of workers and the dispersion of employment sites has generated a new issue for employers—which state’s law controls an employment relationship and in which state may an aggrieved employee file suit against his or her employer when the employer conducts business in multiple states.
“Hello, may I help you?” Yes, Callruby.comBy Robert C. ThurstonLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2010One of the problems that solos and some small firms face is hiring a good receptionist that provides a professional voice to the outside world. Ruby makes potential clients feel as if they are hiring the best lawyers.
“Hello, may I help you?” Yes, Callruby.comBy Robert C. ThurstonGeneral Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, September 2010One of the problems that solos and some small firms face is hiring a good receptionist that provides a professional voice to the outside world. Ruby makes potential clients feel as if they are hiring the best lawyers.
Helpful changes to the Probate ActBy John HalloranChild Law, September 2010The amendments to the Probate Act, which become effective early next year, will provide definitive answers for practitioners and will protect the rights of parents and the best interests of minor children.
The HIPAA hurdle trips up attorneysBy Elliott C. Bankendorf & Melaina D. JobsCorporate Law Departments, June 2010Newly signed federal legislation requires that more entities than ever before deal with HIPAA issues during litigation.
The hiring process—Legal considerationsBy Michael R. LiedLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, March 2010Some highlights of the law of hiring and employment-- A must-read for any attorney who is also an employer.
History of township governmentBy John W. FoltzLocal Government Law, February 2010Township government has its origins in that checker-board system of local geography which a township map of Illinois depicts. The precise forms under which the people of Illinois are today governing themselves have been largely shaped by the history of the State.
The Home Repair And Remodeling Act—Can we fix it?By Adam B. WhitemanReal Estate Law, February 2010The Home Repair and Remodeling Act (“Home Repair Act), 815 ILCS 513/1 et seq. (West 2006) has been the subject of nine separate appellate decisions, and it has already made its way to the Illinois Supreme Court since its passage in 2000.
Home Rule and TNR (Trap, Neuter & Return)By Anna E. Morrison-RicordatiAnimal Law, June 2010A brief explanation of the state, county and local laws applicable to the management of feral cat colonies.
