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The Illinois Supreme Court finds that a friends with benefits relationship does qualify for domestic relationship enhancements By Brittany B. Kimble Criminal Justice, December 2017 Despite both parties in People v. Gray testifying they were only “friends” and that neither had any interest in a romantic relationship, the Illinois Supreme Court found that the domestic relationship enhancement did apply.
Illinois Supreme Court homes in on “at home” By Joy Anderson & Kevin M. O’Hara Bench and Bar, October 2017 The Illinois Supreme Court recently denied jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant in an insurance dispute that gained widespread attention from major corporations and the Illinois Trial Bar.
The Illinois Supreme Court provides guidance on the Open Meetings Act By Barbara Goeben Government Lawyers, May 2017 This year, the Illinois Supreme Court issued an opinion in Bd. of Educ. of Springfield Sch. Dist. No. 186 v. Attorney Gen. of Illinois, affirming the lower court’s reversal of the Attorney General’s conclusion that the Springfield School Board violated the Open Meetings Act.
Illinois Supreme Court rules a third DUI is a Class 2 felony By Jeremy Richey Traffic Laws and Courts, May 2017 A third DUI conviction is a Class 2 felony and the Illinois Supreme Court has settled any argument to the contrary in People ex rel. Glasgow v. Carlson.
Illinois Supreme Court weighs adoption of Uniform Bar Examination By Daniel Thies Young Lawyers Division, April 2017 The Illinois Supreme Court is considering whether to make Illinois the 28th jurisdiction in the country to adopt the Uniform Bar Examination (“UBE”), a single test that allows candidates for the bar to transfer their scores to multiple jurisdictions while still taking only one test.
Immigration enforcement in the workplace likely to increase By Shannon M. Shepherd International and Immigration Law, August 2017 A look at how employers can anticipate, prepare, and react to a visit from ICE.
Immigration enforcement in the workplace likely to increase By Shannon M. Shepherd Corporate Law Departments, June 2017 A look at how employers can anticipate, prepare, and react to a visit from ICE.
Immigration enforcement in the workplace likely to increase By Shannon M. Shepherd Employee Benefits, June 2017 A look at how employers can anticipate, prepare, and react to a visit from ICE.
Immigration support affidavit enforceable in divorce proceedings By Michael R. Lied International and Immigration Law, December 2017 A summary of In re: Marriage of Ashlyne and Vikash Kumar.
The importance of a doctor’s note: Medical documentation requirements under the Americans With Disabilities Act By A. Christopher Cox Labor and Employment Law, February 2017 A recent case from the Fifth Circuit, Delaval v. PTech Drilling Tubuluars, LLC, , reaffirmed the importance of a doctor’s note or other medical documentation for both employers and employees when dealing with issues of reasonable accommodation under the ADA.
The importance of dialogue: Preserving the right to oral argument By Hon. Lloyd A. Karmeier Bench and Bar, July 2017 Whatever efficiencies may be gained through dispensing with oral argument, they are not worth the loss of public trust in the rule of law.
Important External Resources for a Trade Compliance Paralegal By Claudia Petcu International and Immigration Law, November 2017 As the world of trade compliance is constantly changing, it is important to keep up with changing regulations.
Improper lane usage: What you need to know to prepare a defense By Lisa L. Dunn Traffic Laws and Courts, May 2017 The law in Illinois is very clear: even the slightest, most minor lane violation can be a basis for an investigatory stop. Here's what you need to know.
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In re Estate of Thomas F. Shelton: Insights and impact (Part I) By Kristen Hosack Pace Trusts and Estates, October 2017 This article examines this recent case and explores its potential ramifications, including its impact on litigants claiming breach of fiduciary duty.
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In the March issue… By Jennifer Bunker Trusts and Estates, March 2017 An introduction to the issue from Editor Jennifer Bunker.
In-sites: Deposition tips Government Lawyers, March 2017 A look at some great articles and blogs on taking depositions and preparing witnesses for depositions.
Include trustee’s acceptance language in an instrument conveying real property out of a land trust into a living trust By Colleen L. Sahlas Trusts and Estates, June 2017 When conveying real property out of a land trust to a living trust, don’t rely on the land trust company to prepare an instrument of conveyance that includes a written acceptance by the trustee of a trust to fulfill the new Illinois Statute at 760 ILCS 5/6.5(a).
Inclusion: A generation of progress By Hon. Mark J. Lopez Diversity Leadership Council, June 2017 From this writer’s perspective, the Illinois State Bar Association has made substantial progress from even a generation ago, yet our efforts remain a work in progress.
Incoming Chair’s column: An introduction and welcome to the 2017-2018 bar year By Mary Ann Gerstner General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, August 2017 An introduction from 2017-18 Section Chair Mary Ann Gerstner.
Industrial Growth Zones Program established through collaborative efforts of the City of Chicago and Cook County By Karen Kavanagh Mack Environmental Law, March 2017 The City of Chicago and Cook County have recently launched a joint program aimed at spurring redevelopment of environmentally impacted, industrial real estate located in select areas of the City and/or Cook County.
Informed consent is determined by prudent person standard, expert testimony not required By Jason G. Schutte Tort Law, September 2017 Illinois Fourth District clarifies apparent conflicting opinions on whether informed consent medical malpractice claim is determined by objective or subjective person standard.
An initial call for more enhanced UDRP By Colin T.J. O’Brien Corporate Law Departments, August 2017 Since its launch on December 1, 1999, the Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy (“UDRP”) has been an effective tool to quickly remove domain names which infringe upon the trademark rights of others on the Internet.
Insurance policy did not prevent association recovery from subcontractors for defective work By Justin L. Weisberg Construction Law, October 2017 On February 17, the First District Appellate Court issued an opinion regarding the Implied Warranty of Habitability in the case of Sienna Court Condominium Association v. Champion Aluminum Court et al.
Intellectual Improbabilities™ By Daniel Kegan Intellectual Property, November 2017 An eclectic gathering of recent intellectual property developments.
Intellectual Improbabilities™ By Daniel Kegan Intellectual Property, June 2017 New and notable intellectual property updates.
Intellectual Improbabilities™ By Daniel Kegan Intellectual Property, January 2017 New and notable intellectual property updates.
Intergovernmental conflict: Ambiguity in the codification of Gurba By Donna J. Pugh & Michael D. Noonan Local Government Law, February 2017 A brief survey examining how intergovernmental conflicts between zoning bodies and other governmental units have been handled by Illinois courts in various contexts
International legal education: A scholar’s journey By Sheena L. Hart International and Immigration Law, August 2017 Law student Sheena Hart has found that the best way to learn international law is to have a passion for understanding how the United States legal system interacts with foreign legal systems.
International legal education: A scholar’s journey By Sheena L. Hart Law Related Education for the Public, July 2017 Law student Sheena Hart has found that the best way to learn international law is to have a passion for understanding how the United States legal system interacts with foreign legal systems.
The interplay, if any, between a wage differential award and a total permanent award By Lawrence A. Scordino Workers’ Compensation Law, January 2017 A look at Chlada v. Illinois Worker’s Compensation Commission, 2016 Il. App (1st) 150122WC, July 8, 2016.
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