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Articles From 2024

The Flinn Report Food Law, April 2024 The Flinn Report is a weekly summary of regulatory actions of state agencies published in the Illinois Register and action taken by the Illinois General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.
The Flinn Report Food Law, February 2024 The Flinn Report is a weekly summary of regulatory actions of state agencies published in the Illinois Register and action taken by the Illinois General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.
The Flinn Report Food Law, January 2024 The Flinn Report is a weekly summary of regulatory actions of state agencies published in the Illinois Register and action taken by the Illinois General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.
Flinn Report Summary – April 5, 2024 (Issue 14) Through April 26, 2024 (Issue 17) By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, May 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices.
Flinn Report Summary – February 9, 2024 (Issue 6) Through March 1, 2024 (Issue 9) By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, March 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices.
Flinn Report Summary – January 12, 2024 (Issue 2) - February 2, 2024 (Issue 5) By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, February 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices.
Flinn Report Summary – June 7, 2024 (Issue 23) Through June 28, 2024 (Issue 26) By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, July 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices. 
Flinn Report Summary – March 8, 2024 (Issue 10) Through March 29, 2024 (Issue 13) By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, April 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices.
Flinn Report Summary – May 3, 2024 (Issue 18) Through May 31, 2024 (Issue 22) By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, June 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices.
Flinn Report Summary: November 3, 2023 – January 5, 2024 By Amina Saeed Trusts and Estates, January 2024 A summary of regulatory decisions of Illinois agencies reported in the Flinn Report that are related to trust and estate practices.
Food & Farming Media Network Food Law, May 2024 How to become a member of the Food & Farming Media Network.
Food and Ag Issues Update By Lynne R. Ostfeld Agricultural Law, January 2024 Summaries of the food law presentations delivered by attorneys at the Congress of the Union International des Avocats in Rome.
Food and Our Laboratories of Democracy By A. Bryan Endres & Jessica L. Guarino Corporate Law Departments, January 2024 One of the more recent state food regulatory developments is California Assembly Bill 418. Effective January 1, 2027, California will prohibit individuals or entities from engaging in the manufacturing, selling, delivering, distributing, holding, or offering for sale of a food product for human consumption in commerce if it contains brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, or red dye 3 (erythrosine).
Foods, Dietary Supplements, and Special Foods in Hungary By Tamás Balázs Food Law, June 2024 Recently, several food producers and suppliers appeared in Hungary that primarily intend to make and supply not only the classic food products and ingredients but also various dietary supplements and special food as well.
From Overwhelm to Order: A Journey in Navigating the Business of Law By Robert J. Hills Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, May 2024 Tips and tricks for going from overwhelm to order in the practice of law.
From the Editors By David M. Kroeger & James T. Nyeste Insurance Law, May 2024 An introduction to the issue from the editors.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, July 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, June 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, May 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, April 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, March 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, February 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Future Live CLE and Previously Recorded CLE on Trusts and Estates Topics Trusts and Estates, January 2024 Mark your calendars for upcoming live CLE events sponsored by the Trusts & Estates Section Council.
Galarza v. Direct Auto Insurance Co.: The Illinois Supreme Court Addresses the Issue of Uninsured Motorist Coverage for a Pedestrian By Michael J. Zywica Insurance Law, May 2024 In Galarza v. Direct Auto Insurance Co., the Illinois Supreme Court considered whether a provision in an automobile insurance policy that limited uninsured motorist coverage to insureds occupying an “insured automobile” violated the Illinois Insurance Code.
Getting the Most Out of Your ISBA Membership By Joe Souligne Young Lawyers Division, February 2024 An overview of ISBA benefits to ensure you are making the most of your membership.
Getting to the Heart of the Matter: The Role of Mediation in Divorce By Marie Sarantakis Alternative Dispute Resolution, April 2024 Divorce is an area especially well-suited to mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution such as collaborative law. 
Going Green: Cannabis Lounges and the Implications for Food Regulators By Gloria Lewis Food Law, March 2024 As cannabis lounges become increasingly prevalent in Illinois, the convergence of restaurant, cannabis, and burgeoning lounge industries present a regulatory challenge. The current licensing and inspection processes may not adequately address the complexities of these hybridized business models. Consequently, there is a pressing need to either adapt existing regulatory frameworks or establish a new licensing schema to effectively govern these diverse industries. This article explores the regulatory implications and proposes strategies to ensure comprehensive oversight in this evolving landscape. 
Guardianships vs. Adoptions of Minors in Illinois By Deanna Hoyt Child Law, June 2024 While both guardianships and adoptions can give parties the right to the care, custody, and control of minor children, they have different legal standards and legal consequences.
Guilty Pleas Following People v. Wells By Hon. Randy Rosenbaum Criminal Justice, July 2024 The Illinois Supreme Court considered whether a defendant is entitled to additional jail credit after a negotiated plea in People v. Wells.
The H-1B Visa and the Employment Based Green Card: Explaining the Difference By Mohammad Syed Corporate Law Departments, June 2024 The H-1B non-immigrant visa and employment-based green card are two similar but distinct pathways for foreign nationals to enter and legally work in the United States.