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Traditional Equitable Principles Guide NLRB Section 10(j) Preliminary Injunctions By Jacqueline Longfellow & Nicholas Ruble Labor and Employment Law, August 2024 The U.S. Supreme Court rejects special injunction rules for NLRB cases, applying traditional equitable framework.
Transforming the Midwest Into an Internationally Recognized Leader in Innovation and Business Growth By Lynne Ostfeld Food Law, March 2024 Global Midwest Alliance is a business-led, region-wide, not-for-profit education organization dedicated to transforming the Midwest into an internationally recognized leader in innovation and business growth.
Trial Court Can Enter a Nunc Pro Tunc Order More than 30 Days After Final Judgment Is Entered to Correct a Mistake or Clerical Error if Proper Notice of the Motion Is Given to All Parties By Kevin J. Stine Commercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy, May 2024 In SMS Financial Recovery Services, LLC v. Rodriguez, the court of appeals determined that a trial court can enter a nunc pro tunc order more than 30 days after final judgment is entered to correct a mistake or clerical error as long as proper notice of the motion is given to all parties.
A Tribute to Bill Price Administrative Law, April 2024 The Administrative Law Section Council pays tribute to former member and longtime newsletter editor, William "Bill" Price.
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Tribute to Herb Franks From the Senior Lawyers Section Council By Richard Goldenhersh Senior Lawyers, February 2024 A tribute to a former member of the Senior Lawyers Section Council, Herb Franks.
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Troubling Conditions in Juvenile Detention Centers By Elizabeth Clarke Child Law, January 2024 In December 2023, the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice published reports from its annual juvenile detention center inspections, finding that only three of the centers were found in compliance with minimum standards.
Truck Driver Who Suffers Ankle Injury Entitled to Wage Differential Award Rather than PPD Benefits: Walsh v. IWCC By Brad L. Badgley Workers’ Compensation Law, April 2024 A discussion of the factors considered during a dispute about a petitioner’s capability to return to work in Walsh v. IWCC
Two Wrongs Do Not Make a Right: Illinois Adopts the ‘Partial Breach’ Doctrine By Ronald D. Menna, Jr. Civil Practice and Procedure, June 2024 Illinois follows the “first-to-breach" rule, which holds a material breach of a contract provision by one party may be grounds for releasing the other party from its contractual obligations.
Understanding the Illinois Freelance Worker Protection Act By Cathy A. Pilkington Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, March 2024 Illinois is the first state to enact a worker protection law for income earned by independent contractors. The Freelance Worker Protection Act addresses long-standing pay issues for gig workers and independent contractors.
Understanding Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act in Illinois: Part 1 By Phil Purcell Trusts and Estates, March 2024 The first in a two-part series of articles on the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act.
Understanding Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act in Illinois: Part 2 By Phil Purcell Trusts and Estates, April 2024 The second in a two-part series of articles on the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act.
Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act By Martin L. Glink Tort Law, June 2024 The Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act facilitates issuing subpoenas in Illinois for out-of-state depositions, inspections, and discovery.
The Union of Concerned Scientists Points a Finger at the U.S. Food System Food Law, July 2024 A critical look at the U.S. food system.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights Turns 75 By Junaid “J” Afeef Diversity Leadership Council, June 2024 An overview of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and how it may shape human rights in the United States and worldwide in the coming years.
Unravelling the Layers of Food Law in India: Opportunities and Key Developments in the Agri-Food Tech Sector By Ajay Bhargava Food Law, June 2024 The evolution of food law in India represents a paradigm change in the country's commitment to ensuring the safety, quality, and integrity of its food supply.
Upcoming CLE Deadline and Attorney Wellbeing By Nichol Benson Young Lawyers Division, May 2024 Attorneys with last names beginning with A through M must complete their 30-hour Continuing Legal Education requirement for the current reporting period.
Upcoming Events Alternative Dispute Resolution, September 2024 Mark your calendars for an upcoming video replay of a Master Series CLE event presented by the ISBA.
Update on Spacing Law Changes for Existing Production Wells By Matthew L. McArthy Mineral Law, March 2024 A summary of proposed amendments to the spacing laws for existing production wells.
Updates & Resources Elder Law, September 2024 Updates and resources on various topics of interest to Elder Law practitioners.
Updates & Resources Elder Law, July 2024 Updates and resources on various topics of interest to elder law practitioners.
Updates & Resources Elder Law, May 2024 Updates and resources on various topics of interest to elder law practitioners.
Updates & Resources Elder Law, March 2024 Updates and resources on various topics of interest to elder law practitioners.
Updates & Resources Elder Law, February 2024 Updates and resources on various topics of interest to elder law practitioners.
Updates & Resources Elder Law, January 2024 Updates and resources on various topics of interest to elder law practitioners.
U.S. EPA Finalizes First-Ever Federal Enforceable Drinking Water Standard for Certain PFAS By Matthew A. Walker Environmental and Natural Resources Law, May 2024 In April 2024, the federal government set enforceable standards for any PFAS in drinking water for the first time.
U.S. EPA Releases Second Annual Progress Report on PFAS Strategic Roadmap By Andrea Quade & Michael Murphy Environmental and Natural Resources Law, April 2024 On December 14, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its Second Annual Progress Report summarizing updates on the Agency’s actions and goals to address per and polyfluoroalkyl substances
U.S. Supreme Court to Decide Whether 2017 Mandatory Repatriation Tax Is Constitutional and Satisfies Due Process in Moore v. United States By Sandra D. Mertens Federal Taxation, March 2024 The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 significantly changed portions of the U.S. tax code, including adding the Mandatory Repatriation Tax, which imposes tax on certain U.S. shareholders of foreign corporations.
U.S. Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service Give Employer Sponsors of 401(k) Plans Welcome Relief By Bernard G. Peter Employee Benefits, January 2024 In August 2023, the U.S. Treasury Department and the IRS issued Notice 2023-62.
USEPA Finalizes New Methane Regulations By Craig R. Hedin Mineral Law, June 2024 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published its methane regulations in the Federal Register on March 8.
USEPA Methane Regulations By Craig R. Hedin Environmental and Natural Resources Law, May 2024 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized new rules expanding methane emissions regulations for the oil and natural gas industry.