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Articles From 2018

Health savings accounts 2018 contribution limit By Brian T. Whitlock Federal Taxation, June 2018 The Tax Cut and Jobs Act changed how inflation indexing is calculated for many provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
HHS issues guidance on disposing of electronic devices and media By Chad DeGroot Employee Benefits, October 2018 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently issued guidance on the proper decommission and disposal of electronic devices and media containing sensitive information.
Highlights from the Cook County Board of Review’s attorney meeting By Roland Lara State and Local Taxation, August 2018 The Cook County Board of Review made its annual presentation to the practicing bar on July 18, covering information from its last session and anticipated challenges for the upcoming session.
The historic nature of #MeToo: Best practices to ensure equal access from the perspective of Judge Debra Walker, Circuit Judge, Cook County Circuit Court By Ava George Stewart & Kenya Jenkins-Wright Bench and Bar, September 2018 Although it has not been an easy road, Judge Debra Walker has overcome obstacles and sees the #MeToo movement as a way to give all people a platform that will promote civility in the workplace and encourage an environment without such harassment or discrimination.
Hold the Mayo: Vanda ruling reviews patent subject matter eligibility By Michael J. Weil Intellectual Property, June 2018 The recent Vanda v. West-Ward decision cut a distinct path through the controversial Mayo and Alice rules for evaluating subject matter eligibility of patents.  
Home rule village has authority to remove library trustee By Phillip Lenzini Government Lawyers, May 2018 According to the appellate decision in Jaros v. Village of Downers Grove, a home rule village board has the authority to remove a library board trustee prior to the end of a six-year term.
How blockchain stops bank fraud By Thomas E. Howard & Lina Aldadah Commercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy, March 2018 Once blockchain is ready for prime time, attorneys for the bank never will again need to trace proceeds or worry about bad checks.
How I work By Justin L. Leinenweber Government Lawyers, November 2018 Justin Leinenweber shares a few tools he has implemented to help navigate the hectic life of an attorney.
How the state can help pension funds collect delinquent pension contributions from municipalities By Robert P. Osgood Government Lawyers, November 2018 In 2011, the Illinois Pension Code was amended to allow pension funds to garnish delinquent municipalities with the help of the state.
How to navigate conflicts between demands for confidentiality of discovery and settlement and indemnification: Your duty to your client and the law By Larry E. Coben Tort Law, December 2018 While we are often very cognizant of our legal responsibilities and the substantive arguments for and against confidentiality in discovery and settlement agreements, the ethical ramifications are lesser known.
How to navigate conflicts between demands for confidentiality of discovery and settlement and indemnification—your duty to your client and the law By Larry E. Coben Civil Practice and Procedure, July 2018 While attorneys are often very cognizant of legal responsibilities and the substantive arguments for and against confidentiality in discovery and settlement agreements, the ethical ramifications are lesser known.
How to set yourself up for hiring success By Jennifer M. Danish Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, November 2018 Hiring can be a time-consuming and stressful process, but a well-thought-out approach helps you recruit and hire individuals who will be critical to your firm's success.
How to use Facebook to create top of mind awareness By Nicole Sartori Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, November 2018 Some easy, relatively inexpensive and effective ways for your firm to use Facebook to gain that “top of mind awareness” to reach potential clients.
A human rights decision in disguise? By Michael J. Maslanka Human and Civil Rights, October 2018 An overview of People v. Kochevar, a recent appellate case.
Hush up about sexual misconduct By Jeffrey A. Parness Diversity Leadership Council, June 2018 As alleged victims of sexual misconduct will be increasingly likely to seek redress, the time is ripe to explore how Illinois laws do and should regulate sexual misconduct settlements.
Identifying and recruiting firm leadership By Alex Rechenmacher Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, March 2018 Looking for someone to steer the ship? Author Alex Rechenmacher identifies four types of potential recruits for your firm's top positions. 
IDNR considers revision of OG-10 form By Craig R. Hedin Mineral Law, December 2018 A list of the proposed revisions to the OG-10 form discussed at the November Oil and Gas Advisory Board meeting.
IDNR considers rules changes By Craig R. Hedin Mineral Law, September 2018 The Oil and Gas Advisory Board is working with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management, to consider possible rule changes.
If everyone is so busy, why is cash flow so low? By Kerry M. Lavelle Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, May 2018 There are a few rules you need to follow to keep collections high, receivables low, and clients understanding that they are receiving value and hard work in exchange for paying their legal fees on time. 
If you are a woman, or if you know one… By Elizabeth M. Rochford Women and the Law, October 2018 A summary and review of RBG, the film that chronicles the life of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Illinois 2L agrees: Time’s up By Sara Crook Bench and Bar, July 2018 A summary of the keynote speaker's presentation at the Women's Bar Association of Illinois Annual Dinner.
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Illinois adopts the Uniform Bar Examination – What’s this all about? By Leonard F. Amari Senior Lawyers, November 2018 The Illinois Supreme Court recently adopted the Uniform Bar Exam as a main component for bar admission.
Illinois among minority of states requiring CLE on mental health and diversity issues: Q & A on recent amendments to Ill. S. Ct. R. 794(d) By Khara Coleman & Sonni C. Williams Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, February 2018 One of our own REM Committee members has been involved in the effort to make Illinois a leader in diversity and inclusion issues – and has volunteered to answer a few questions for Illinois lawyers.
Illinois Appellate Court issues three new FOIA opinions By Tony Fioretti Local Government Law, May 2018 The Illinois Appellate Court recently issued three new opinions interpreting the Freedom of Information Act.
Illinois celebrates 200 years of statehood in 2018 By Christine Zeman Employee Benefits, June 2018 A brief overview of Illinois' rich history. 
Illinois celebrates 200 years of statehood in 2018 By Christine Zeman Law Related Education for the Public, May 2018 This year marks Illinois' 200th year of statehood.
Illinois celebrates 200 years of statehood in 2018 By Christine Zeman Bench and Bar, February 2018 A brief overview of Illinois' rich history. 
Illinois coal production increases By John E. Rhine Mineral Law, June 2018 In 2017, Illinois produced 46.5 million tons of coal—a 6.7 percent increase over the prior year.
Illinois Department of Natural Resources report of September 10, 2018 Mineral Law, September 2018 The September 10, 2018, Illinois Department of Natural Resources report.
Illinois Department of Natural Resources: Report of November 9, 2018 Mineral Law, December 2018 The November 9, 2018, Illinois Department of Natural Resources report.