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Illinois Legislature Passes More Employee-Friendly Bills By Daniel O. Canales & Jennifer Long Labor and Employment Law, September 2023 Summaries of new employee-friendly bills that will impose new obligations for Illinois employers.
Illinois Mental Health Task Force to Host Action Plan Web Event Mental Health Law, January 2023 Showing a steadfast commitment to improving the court and community response to individuals with mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders who encounter the criminal justice system, the Illinois Supreme Court spent the past year continuing its active participation on the National Judicial Task Force to Examine the State Courts Response to Mental Illness.
Illinois Oil and Gas Board By Craig R. Hedin Mineral Law, June 2023 A summary of the discussion and actions taken at the May 4, 2023, Illinois Oil and Gas Board meeting.
Illinois Passes Paid Leave Act By Rachel Bossard & Alex Marks Corporate Law Departments, February 2023 On January 10, 2023, the Illinois legislature passed the Paid Leave for All Workers Act, which will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2024.
Illinois Passes the Supported Decision-Making Agreement Act By Joseph T. Monahan Mental Health Law, May 2023 On August 27, 2021, the Illinois legislature passed into law the Supported Decision-Making Agreement Act, which recognizes a less restrictive alternative to guardianship for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who need assistance with decisions regarding daily living.
Illinois Plaintiffs’ Attorneys Find New Tool in Old Genetic Privacy Law By Francis X. Nolan, IV & Ian N. Jones Labor and Employment Law, December 2023 Although the Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act was largely ignored by plaintiffs’ attorneys until this year, its substantial statutory penalties and recent caselaw make it an enticing option for plaintiffs’ class action lawyers.
Illinois Second District Appellate Court Affirms Police and Fire Pension Consolidation Law By Joe McMenamin Local Government Law, March 2023 In Arlington Heights Police Pension Fund et al v. Pritzker, the appellate court affirmed the constitutionality of Public Act 101-0610, which created the Firefighters’ Pension Investment Fund and the Police Officers’ Pension Investment Fund.
Illinois Secretary of State Adopts Administrative Rules Making Amendments to the Illinois Notary Public Act Effective By Ray Prather Real Estate Law, July 2023 On June 5, 2023, the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office adopted administrative rules that make Public Act 102-0160 effective and provide guidance for Illinois notaries moving forward.
Illinois Secretary of State Adopts Administrative Rules Making Amendments to the Illinois Notary Public Act Effective By Ray Prather Trusts and Estates, June 2023 On June 5, 2023, the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office adopted administrative rules that make Public Act 102-0160 effective and provide guidance for Illinois notaries moving forward.
Illinois Supreme Court Addresses Riparian Rights Along Non-Navigable Streams: A (Possible) Legislative Response By John H. Henderson Mineral Law, March 2023 The legislature should redefine navigability to be more inclusive because that would promote the state’s interest in recreational uses of waterways for all Illinois residents.
Illinois Supreme Court Announces Rule Changes for Illinois Attorney Fees By Marin McCall Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, September 2023 Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis recently announced amendments to Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct 1.5 and 1.15.
Illinois Supreme Court Clarifies Biometric Information Privacy Act By Ashley Orler & Alyssa Watzman Labor and Employment Law, July 2023 Summaries of three recently issued Illinois Supreme Court cases that interpreted provisions of the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act.
Illinois Supreme Court Finds Double Jeopardy Applied and Barred a Retrial By Brick Van Der Snick Traffic Laws and Courts, July 2023 A summary and analysis of the recent Illinois Supreme Court case People v. Prince.
The Illinois Supreme Court Heralds New Learning Center in the Illinois Supreme Court Building: Get to Better Know Illinois Courts on Your Next Visit to Springfield By Christine Zeman Law Related Education for the Public, November 2023 The Illinois Supreme Court, in partnership with the Illinois Supreme Court Historic Preservation Commission, recently opened an interactive learning center in Springfield.
Illinois Supreme Court History: Women and Juries By John A. Lupton Bench and Bar, February 2023 An overview of how women won the right to serve on juries.
Illinois Supreme Court M.R. 5272 Bench and Bar, August 2023 The 2024 Illinois courts holiday schedule.
Illinois Supreme Court Rules That Estate of Nursing Facility Resident’s Negligence Action Is Not Subject to Facility’s Arbitration Provision By Montana L. Sinn Young Lawyers Division, October 2023 A summary and analysis of Clanton v. Oakbrook Healthcare Centre, Ltd.
The Illinois Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act By Michael J. Fleck Trusts and Estates, April 2023 The Illinois Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act provides protections and mechanisms for heirs who find themselves in the position of having to deal with the potential loss of inherited property.
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The Impacts of Economic Realities on the Legal Profession By Roza Gossage & Abdulah Abrahim Intellectual Property, September 2023 Economic downturns, advancements in technology, consumer sentiments, and modern day advertising initiatives require that firms become more elastic in a broader, more convoluted marketplace.
The Impacts of Economic Realities on the Legal Profession By Roza Gossage & Abdulah Abrahim Legal Technology, Standing Committee on, May 2023 Economic downturns, advancements in technology, consumer sentiments, and modern day advertising initiatives require that firms become more elastic in a broader, more convoluted marketplace.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade Overturn By Tessa Richards & Erin Wilson Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Importance of Video Evidence Shown in Illinois Appellate Court Overturning Summary Judgment in Recent Premises Liability Case By Jason G. Schutte Insurance Law, May 2023 Advances in technology and the presence of video capable devices make real time documentation key evidence in current and future litigation.
In Memoriam of Richard Hannigan Workers’ Compensation Law, March 2023 Members of the Workers' Compensation Section Council share their fond memories of Richard Hannigan.
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In re Application of the County Treasurer v. DG Enterprises By Philip J. Vacco Real Estate Law, August 2023 The appellate court was asked to determine whether the circuit court erred when it vacated its earlier order granting a petition for a tax deed in In re Application of the County Treasurer v. DG Enterprises.
In re Marriage of Bostrom: Is It Something or Nothing? By Hon. Arnold F. Blockman, (ret.) Family Law, June 2023 A summary and analysis of In re Marriage of Bostrom.
In Wake of Seventh Circuit Ruling, Freight Brokers Sleep Easier By Nicholas A. Sandowski & Robert M. Burke Young Lawyers Division, September 2023 The appellate court recently issued an opinion with profound implications for freight brokers facing tort litigation.
In-Sites By Kathryn Kelly Federal Civil Practice, August 2023 Useful websites that address consumer protection and fraud.
In-Sites By Kathryn Kelly Government Lawyers, June 2023 Useful resources that address consumer protection and fraud.
‘Increasing Impact Through Diversity: The Importance of a Diverse Pro Bono Volunteer Pool’ & Highlight of Pro Bono Network By Paloma Holloman Diversity Leadership Council, June 2023 Diverse representation in the legal community matters, especially for minority clients who require pro bono services.
Inhuman Error: Autonomous Vehicle Liability By Michael Alkaraki Tort Law, October 2023 As advanced driver-assistance system technology continues to evolve and operate more regularly on public roads, assigning responsibility and legal liability for harms and losses between and among manufacturers, operators, and drivers will become correspondingly more complex and fact specific.