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Articles From 2015

Wage rage: The argument for why confirmation is unnecessary to attach wages with a citation to discover assets after obtaining a judgment by confession By Michael G. Cortina Commercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy, March 2015 What should happen if a judgment creditor issues a citation to discover assets to the debtor’s employer and finds wages that could be used to satisfy the judgment? Does the creditor have to confirm the judgment by confession now that wages have been discovered?
Wanted: Male attention—A focus on gender disparity in the law By Carl Newman Women and the Law, February 2015 If we want the landscape to change, we all need to be aware of gender disparities.
Wanted: Male attention—A focus on gender disparity in the law By Carl Newman Young Lawyers Division, February 2015 Young lawyers especially need to be aware of gender disparities in order for the landscape to change.
We need a statewide dialogue on the use of attorneys appointed to represent children By Treva O’Neill & Marilyn Longwell Family Law, September 2015 Judicial attitudes vary across the state as to whether and how to use GALs and child representatives—so what can we do to get judges to form a statewide consensus?
We need a statewide dialogue on the use of attorneys appointed to represent children By Treva O’Neill & Marilyn Longwell Child Law, September 2015 Judicial attitudes vary across the state as to whether and how to use GALs and child representatives—so what can we do to get judges to form a statewide consensus?
Welcome from The Catalyst editors By Cindy G. Buys & Kelly Thames Women and the Law, July 2015 Learn more about this newsletter and how to submit articles.
Welcome to the 2015-2016 General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Section By Anna P. Krolikowska General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, September 2015 A message from new Chair Anna Krolikowska.
What can counsel do when assets pass to unintended beneficiaries that inherit? By Anthony B. Ferraro Elder Law, June 2015 A discussion of "resulting trusts."
What constitutes “vehicles,” “motor vehicles” and their Illinois Vehicle Code violations By Ted Harvatin Traffic Laws and Courts, September 2015 A helpful overview of these frequently used terms.
What does a personal injury plaintiff have to plead to seek punitive damages against a drunk driver? By Sean C. Burke Bench and Bar, April 2015 Given the recent decision in Farris v. Sullivan, when a drunk driver injures a plaintiff in a car crash and later pleads guilty to DUI, the plaintiff should be permitted to seek punitive damages at trial.
What does a personal injury plaintiff have to plead to seek punitive damages against a drunk driver? By Sean C. Burke Tort Law, April 2015 The opinion in Farris v. Sullivan sets out several of the steps that a plaintiff’s attorney should follow before seeking punitive damages against a drunk driver who has injured someone in a collision.
What does “cf.” mean again? By Michael J. Maslanka Real Estate Law, November 2015 The 2nd District Appellate Court answered this question in its opinion filed on March 21, 2012 in the case of In Re Marriage of Romano.
What happens to companion animals when their masters’ marriages go to the dogs? By Amy Brammell Animal Law, April 2015 A general overview of companion animal custody following divorce or formal separation.
What happens when a policyholder settles a claim without telling its insurer? By Peter J. Evans Insurance Law, April 2015 Breaching a liability policy’s “voluntary payment” provision may have dire consequences for the policyholder.
What in the world is Echo? By Don Mateer Senior Lawyers, November 2015 Echo is voice-activated access to music information, provided you're an Amazon Prime member.
What is a blawg and why should you care? By Nicole Sartori Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, September 2015 Why should you write a legal blog or 'blawg,' as the tech guys call it? Because it can generate leads, establishes you as a leader in your field among your colleagues, and it can be a stress reliever.
What is due and what is not due: That is the question By Amber L. Michlig Commercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy, February 2015 A look at the rights and responsibilities for all parties under the Condominum Property Act.
What makes an exceptional family law attorney? By Jeanne M. Reynolds Family Law, January 2015 How does a new attorney navigate family law and impress the judge? The author provides her top ten tips, observations, and suggestions.
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What practitioners and plan fiduciaries need to know about Tibble v. Edison International By Steve Flores Employee Benefits, July 2015 In this case, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that ERISA's six-year statute of limitations for claims of fiduciary breach applies to both the initial selection of a plan investment and the ongoing monitoring of that plan investment.
What the media isn’t telling you about the Redskins trademark lawsuit By Kay Weiler Human and Civil Rights, January 2015 While the media and a significant number of supporters of Native Americans have expressed outrage at the Eastern District of Virginia's recent decision, it is clearly aligned with U.S. law.
What you need to know about the BAIID machine By Lisa Dunn Traffic Laws and Courts, December 2015 This article will explore exactly what the BAIID machine is, who is required to install the BAIID machine, and what “tips” you can give your clients in order to be successful while driving a vehicle equipped with the BAIID machine.
What’s happening at the PTO By Andrew Byrnes Intellectual Property, January 2015 Read the remarks from Andrew Byrnes, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. 
What’s old is now new: Application of the implied warranty of habitability to purchasers of three-year-old property—Editor’s comment By Adam B. Whiteman Real Estate Law, August 2015 Newsletter editor Adam Whiteman discusses the implications and questions brought by the recent case of Fattah v. Bim.
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When can parents leave their children alone? By Diane L. Redleaf & Angela Peters Child Law, December 2015 The current law and policy on the question of what constitutes “inadequate supervision” is, quite frankly, a mess. In Illinois, there are at least four different legal standards at play in Illinois’ intersecting criminal, juvenile court and governing child welfare reporting and investigations law.
When can parents leave their children alone? By Diane L. Redleaf & Angela Peters Family Law, November 2015 The current law and policy on the question of what constitutes “inadequate supervision” is, quite frankly, a mess. In Illinois, there are at least four different legal standards at play in Illinois’ intersecting criminal, juvenile court and governing child welfare reporting and investigations law.
When do you qualify as a traveling employee? By Robert J. Finley Workers’ Compensation Law, September 2015 The traveling employee case generally presents an uncertain path to benefits due to the fact-specific nature of the inquiry.
When does corporal punishment become excessive? By Andrew Zerante Child Law, April 2015 What do Illinois' statutes say as to when reasonable discipline becomes child abuse?
When God is in the prenup By Jennifer Cunningham Beeler Family Law, December 2015 This article explores a Jewish get, an Islamic Mahr, and a Roman Catholic annulment for the intertwining of the secular and sectarian.
When net income is neither net nor income By Christopher W. Bohlen Family Law, May 2015 The concept of net income seems simple. That simplicity hits a brick wall when a person obligated to pay child support is the owner of a non-incorporated business.
When the Pope speaks By Michael J. Maslanka Human and Civil Rights, October 2015 Have an opinion on the Pope's comment regarding the action or inaction of Kim Davis, County Clerk of Rowan County, Kentucky? Let us know in the comments section of this article!
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