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7th Circuit Criminal Law Alert

Summarizes the week's criminal law decisons by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. By Michael J. Petro.

http://mjpetro.typepad.com/7th_circuit_alert/

May 28
FRE 901: Boilerplate Foundational Requirements for Tape Recordings.

FRE 901: Boilerplate Foundational Requirements for Tape Recordings.

USA v. Ron Collins, No. 11-3098 . Ron "Ron Ron" Collins participated in a drug-distribution conspiracy stretching from Mexico to Milwaukee that involved mass amounts of cocaine. For his role, Collins was found guilty of conspiracy…
May 3
FRE 404(b): Hamilton Dissent Explains Proper District Court FRE 404(b) Analysi

FRE 404(b): Hamilton Dissent Explains Proper District Court FRE 404(b) Analysi

United States v. Nicolas Gomez, No. 12-1104. Editor's Note. Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney represented Mr. Gomez at trial and on appeal. Mr. Gomez's case is currently pending a Petition for Rehearing En Banc in the 7th Circuit Court of…
Apr 1
FRCP 32: U. S. Probation Officer's Confidential Recommendation to the District Court Passes Constitutional Scrutiny

FRCP 32: U. S. Probation Officer's Confidential Recommendation to the District Court Passes Constitutional Scrutiny

United States v. Ollie Peterson, No. 12-2484. Defendant Ollie Peterson pled guilty to one count of bank robbery in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2113(a) after robbing a bank to pay off a debt with a drug dealer. During Peterson’s...

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Abels & Annes Personal Injury Blog

Covers personal injury, recent cases, settlements, helpful legal and safety tips, and industry research surrounding personal injury accidents.

http://www.daveabels.com/_blog/personal_injury

Dec 10
Avoid Being A Car Accident Victim

Avoid Being A Car Accident Victim

There are many challenges on the road today, and since you definitely want to avoid being a car accident victim, you need to be aware of all potential hazards. This post will look at articles that provide background on various types of auto…
Dec 5
Bounce Houses Equal Party Fun But Fail To Keep Kids Safe

Bounce Houses Equal Party Fun But Fail To Keep Kids Safe

Recent research has found that inflatable bounce houses, which are more popular than ever at children’s parties, fail to keep kids safe. According to NPR, 30 U.S. children a day are treated in emergency rooms for broken bones, sprains,…
Nov 30
Dealing With Injuries To Areas Of The Spinal Cord

Dealing With Injuries To Areas Of The Spinal Cord

Injuries to areas of the spinal cord are typically caused by a sudden and severe impact to the spine, and can lead to life altering disabilities. These injuries can come from many sources, such as auto accidents, workplace accidents, and even…

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Alvin Foreman Blog

Covers personal bankruptcy.

http://alvinforeman.com/blog/

Sep 12
The Wrong Way To Declare Bankruptcy

The Wrong Way To Declare Bankruptcy

Here’s a hilarious video clip from The Office (one of my favorite television comedies), demonstrating the wrong way to declare bankruptcy: Related Posts: Bankruptcy Basics Videos Close Your Bank Accounts Before Filing Bankruptcy Do I…
Aug 24
Close Your Bank Accounts Before Filing Bankruptcy

Close Your Bank Accounts Before Filing Bankruptcy

Here’s a valuable tip that I offer to my clients during our bankruptcy consultations: Close your checking and savings accounts if you also have outstanding loans at the same bank. Now, you may be thinking, “But I love my bank! I’ve…
Jul 28
Bankruptcy Basics Video

Bankruptcy Basics Video

I love documentaries. It’s easier (and more entertaining) for me to learn something new by watching a video than by reading a book. So if you’re a visual learner like me and you’re interested in learning more about bankruptcy, check…

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Animal Law Blog

By Amy A. Breyer.

http://animallawonline.blogspot.com/

Jun 4
Mo' great animal welfare news! - Pig

Mo' great animal welfare news! - Pig

The Canadian Pork Council and the National Animal Care Council have agreed to phase out the use of all gestation stalls for pregnant sows in Canada by the year 2024. Read more in today's Food Safety News...
Jun 4
Lots of great animal welfare news today! - Horse

Lots of great animal welfare news today! - Horse

Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed - without opposition - a measure to protect a wild herd of horses that roam along North Carolina's Outer Banks. The Sacramento Bee has more...
May 30
Illinois House ok's so-called puppy lemon law

Illinois House ok's so-called puppy lemon law

Pet owners who unknowingly purchase a sick dog or cat would have new consumer protection measures on their side under a new bill that was approved by the Illinois House Monday.Read more in this Huffington Post article...

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Arnstein & Lehr LLP Legal News

Features news, publications, events and cases.

http://legalnews.arnstein.com

Jun 12
William Anaya authors article on ASTM due diligence standard

William Anaya authors article on ASTM due diligence standard

Arnstein & Lehr Chicago Partner William J. Anaya authored an article titled “New Wine in Old Bottles? Something Old and Something New in Environmental Due Diligence Standards – ASTM International Proposes Due Diligence…
Jun 12
Samuel Sheldon and Steven Appelbaum secure trial victory in bankruptcy court

Samuel Sheldon and Steven Appelbaum secure trial victory in bankruptcy court

Arnstein & Lehr Miami Associates Samuel M. Sheldon and Steven M. Appelbaum recently secured a victory for three firm clients in a trial before Judge Robert Mark of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida. The…
Jun 12
Miami Associates secure trial victory against fraudulent concealment claim

Miami Associates secure trial victory against fraudulent concealment claim

Arnstein & Lehr Miami Associates Samuel M. Sheldon and Steven M. Appelbaum recently secured a trial victory before Judge Robert Mark of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida. In the case, the plaintiffs asserted…

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Assisting Those With Reactive…

Assisting Those With Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome (RADS) Blog

By David A. Axelrod & Associates.

http://rads.axelrodpc.com/blog/

Dec 27
Key Cases in RADS Litigation –Anderson v. Hess corporation

Key Cases in RADS Litigation –Anderson v. Hess corporation

I am now going to look at some of the major cases helpful in a RADS case, particularly on the issue of causation.…
Nov 15
Crossing The Line With An Investigator — Part II

Crossing The Line With An Investigator — Part II

In the last installment, I discuss how a defendant in one of our RADS cases, the defendant went far beyond the typical use of an unobtrusive investigator. The…
Oct 29
Crossing the Line With An Investigator – Part I

Crossing the Line With An Investigator – Part I

It is a fairly commonplace practice for a defense firm to hire an investigator in an effort to find out whether a plaintiff’s claim of serious injury is genuine. In the…

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Attorney R. Tamara de Silva's…

Attorney R. Tamara de Silva's Blawg

Constitutional matters, politics, Wall Street matters, important cases and lots of opinions.

http://www.desilvalawoffices.com/Chicago-Litigation.aspx

Mar 26
Supreme Court Hears Proposition 8-Marriage Equality Reconsidered

Supreme Court Hears Proposition 8-Marriage Equality Reconsidered

Supreme Court Hears Proposition 8-Marriage Equality Reconsidered
Mar 19
First Sale Doctrine in Overseas Copyright Case

First Sale Doctrine in Overseas Copyright Case

First Sale Doctrine in Overseas Copyright Case By R Tamara de Silva March 19, 2013 The United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 today that the “first sale” doctrine, a limitation on the rights of a copyright owner in the copyright…
Mar 18
ACLU v CIA

ACLU v CIA

ACLU v. CIA on Targeted Killings and Drones R. Tamara de Silva On March 15, 2013, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in an opinion written by Chief Justice Garland, held that the Central Intelligence Agency…

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Auto Accident Lawyers Blog

Covers Chicago car accidents, bus accidents and bike accidents. By the Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.autoaccidentlawyers-blog.com/

Jun 17
Designated Drivers too often Fail to Stay Sober

Designated Drivers too often Fail to Stay Sober

Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins highlight a recent article published by NPR on designated drivers. The article points to recent research which found that over 41% of "designated drivers," when given breath tests, had been…
Jun 14
New Jersey Proposal Would Let Police Confiscate Cell Phones after Crash

New Jersey Proposal Would Let Police Confiscate Cell Phones after Crash

Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins report of a proposal recently introduced into the New Jersey Senate that would allow officers to confiscate driver's phones after an accident. Officers would return the phone after looking…
Jun 13
Cycling is Top Sport for Head Injurie

Cycling is Top Sport for Head Injurie

Traumatic head injury lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report on recent statistics compiled by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, which found that cycling accidents caused about 86,000 head injuries in 2009, while football,…

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Bed Sore FAQ

Features articles, FAQs, and medical-legal resources on the development of bed sores while at a medical facility. By Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers.

http://www.bedsorefaq.com/

Jun 3
Nursing Homes Can’t Leave Immobile Patients Alone Without Risk Of Pressure Sore

Nursing Homes Can’t Leave Immobile Patients Alone Without Risk Of Pressure Sore

Nursing homes lately have been under attack for their lack of care and management with their elderly and immobile patients. Elderly patients, particularly those who have been immobilized due to a debilitating disease, require much care and…
Apr 1
Former Illinois Nursing Home Resident Files Lawsuit Against Facility For Development Of Bed Sore

Former Illinois Nursing Home Resident Files Lawsuit Against Facility For Development Of Bed Sore

A former resident of the Calvin Johnson Care Center in Belleville, IL is suing the facility for $100,000, according to the The Madison Record. The plaintiff, Robert McLean, claims that Calvin Johnson allowed several painful decubitus ulcers…
Mar 1
Woman Arrested for Elder Abuse, Including Neglect of Mother’s Severe Pressure Sore

Woman Arrested for Elder Abuse, Including Neglect of Mother’s Severe Pressure Sore

A recent story from Oklahoma City reminds me again that elder abuse is not only limited to nursing homes. According to NewsOK.com, police found 57-year-old Deborah Ramirez trapped in her home in June 2010, surrounded by cockroaches and…

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Bed Sore FAQs

Provides medical-legal information concerning the development of bed sores. By Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers.

http://www.bedsorefaq.com/

Jun 3
Nursing Homes Can’t Leave Immobile Patients Alone Without Risk Of Pressure Sore

Nursing Homes Can’t Leave Immobile Patients Alone Without Risk Of Pressure Sore

Nursing homes lately have been under attack for their lack of care and management with their elderly and immobile patients. Elderly patients, particularly those who have been immobilized due to a debilitating disease, require much care and…
Apr 1
Former Illinois Nursing Home Resident Files Lawsuit Against Facility For Development Of Bed Sore

Former Illinois Nursing Home Resident Files Lawsuit Against Facility For Development Of Bed Sore

A former resident of the Calvin Johnson Care Center in Belleville, IL is suing the facility for $100,000, according to the The Madison Record. The plaintiff, Robert McLean, claims that Calvin Johnson allowed several painful decubitus ulcers…
Mar 1
Woman Arrested for Elder Abuse, Including Neglect of Mother’s Severe Pressure Sore

Woman Arrested for Elder Abuse, Including Neglect of Mother’s Severe Pressure Sore

A recent story from Oklahoma City reminds me again that elder abuse is not only limited to nursing homes. According to NewsOK.com, police found 57-year-old Deborah Ramirez trapped in her home in June 2010, surrounded by cockroaches and…

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bLAWg

Covers business and intellectual property law. By Jonathan L.A. Phillips.

http://jonathanlaphillipslaw.com/category/blawg/

Dec 12
Copyright Expiration Flowchart

Copyright Expiration Flowchart

Determining when a copyright expires, or has expired, is a very difficult process. Even for an intellectual property attorney.
Dec 8
Reliable Fire Re-establishes the Three Prong Test of Reasonableness for Non-Compete

Reliable Fire Re-establishes the Three Prong Test of Reasonableness for Non-Compete

A Brief Explanation of Reliable Fire Equipment Co. v. Arnold Arredondo, 2011 IL 111871 (2011). For years, there have been different standards for the enforceability of non-compete clauses put forth by various appellate courts in Illinois.…
Nov 30
America Invents Act

America Invents Act

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Briskman Briskman & Greenberg Blog

Covers medical malpractice, auto accident, work injury, and wrongful death cases.

http://www.briskmanandbriskman.com/blog/

Jun 16
Cerebral Palsy Among Most Common Birth Injurie

Cerebral Palsy Among Most Common Birth Injurie

Cerebral palsy, which can be caused by complications during the labor and delivery process as well as by medical malpractice, is one of the most common birth injuries in the United States. Cerebral palsy includes several disorders of the…
Jun 13
Bill to Create Illinois State Workers Compensation Fund Advance

Bill to Create Illinois State Workers Compensation Fund Advance

A bill to create a state fund for workers’ compensation insurance in Illinois has passed the House Committee on State Government Administration. House Bill 2919 would create a state insurance fund that would compete with private…
Jun 10
How Patients Can Help Prevent Medical Error

How Patients Can Help Prevent Medical Error

Despite the advances of modern medicine, an alarming number of people are harmed by medical malpractice. In one study of Medicare patients, researchers found that one in seven experienced some kind of harm as a result of their medical care.…

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Can The Police Do That?

Covers constitutional issues relating to criminal procedure in both Federal and Illinois law. By Andrew Tidwell-Neal.

http://www.canthepolicedothat.blogspot.com/

Jan 24
A Strong 4th Amendment is a Strong America - US vs. Jone

A Strong 4th Amendment is a Strong America - US vs. Jone

On Monday, January 23, 2012, the US Supreme Court strengthened an individual's right to privacy under the fourth amendment. Unanimously. In United States v. Jones,(text of opinion) the US Supreme Court voted that it is a violation…
Dec 21
Involuntary Manslaughter, Drug-Induced Homicide and the Cocaine in the Rectum Guy

Involuntary Manslaughter, Drug-Induced Homicide and the Cocaine in the Rectum Guy

A story has been moving its way quickly around the internet this holiday season. This story comes out of North Charleston, South Carolina and involves two brothers sitting in the back of a police car. The older brother convinces his…
Dec 20
What Is A Preliminary Hearing? And Why Did Jerry Sandusky Waive His?

What Is A Preliminary Hearing? And Why Did Jerry Sandusky Waive His?

Jerry Sandusky and his legal team waived his right to a preliminary hearing last Tuesday. I was a little confused to hear that Mr.

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Cary J. Wintroub & Associates Law…

Cary J. Wintroub & Associates Law Blog

Covers personal injury news.

http://www.cjw-law.com/category/law-blog/

May 28
Family of NHL “Enforcer”, Derek Boogaard, Files Wrongful Death Suit Against the NHL

Family of NHL “Enforcer”, Derek Boogaard, Files Wrongful Death Suit Against the NHL

Derek Boogaard was drafted by the Minnesota Wild in 2001. His unofficial role on the teams for which he played was that of an “enforcer,” meaning, a player that responds to violent play by the opponent. In 277 regular season Read…
May 13
Jury Awards $90 Million to Parents of Teen Struck While Crossing Street to Reach School Bus Stop

Jury Awards $90 Million to Parents of Teen Struck While Crossing Street to Reach School Bus Stop

On September 1, 2009, thirteen-year-old Ashley Davis was struck and fatally injured by a Lincoln Continental, as she crossed a busy roadway to reach her school bus stop. Her parents sued the Prince George’s County Board of Education, in…
Feb 13
Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Silver Cross Hospital Forces Personal Injury Patients to Pay Higher Fee

Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Silver Cross Hospital Forces Personal Injury Patients to Pay Higher Fee

A number of hospital and physicians have employed a long-standing practice of exploiting personal injury settlements to obtain higher fees from patients. By placing medical liens upon personal injury…

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Central Illinois Paralegal

News, opinions, job postings and continuing legal education information for the Central Illinois paralegal.

http://icclaw.blogspot.com/

Jun 13
File Clerk/Runner for Downtown Peoria Law Firm

File Clerk/Runner for Downtown Peoria Law Firm

File Clerk/runner needed for growing transactional and commercial litigation oriented law firm. Experience not necessary. Strong communication and grammatical skills are essential. Please submit resumes in confidence to Gregory A.…
Jun 10
LEGAL SECRETARY Needed!!!

LEGAL SECRETARY Needed!!!

PRUSAK, WINNE, McKINLEY & DUNN, LTD.is in need of a full time LEGAL SECRETARYExperience preferred in civil litigation and worker’s comp.Duties include answering phone, transcription, etc.Benefits include medical and 401(k).Please…
Jun 10
Legal Secretary Opening!!

Legal Secretary Opening!!

Quinn, Johnston, Henderson, Pretorius & CeruloJob DescriptionJob Title: Legal SecretaryReports to: Partners, Associate Attorneys, Office AdministratorDimensions:This position is a full-time, hourly position based on a 37.5 hour week. On…

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Cerebral Palsy Lawyers FAQ

Information on treatment options, research developments and inspirational stories on people with cerebral palsy. By Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers.

http://www.cerebralpalsylawyersfaq.com/

May 22
Art Exhibit Highlights Skills Of Children With Cerebral Palsy

Art Exhibit Highlights Skills Of Children With Cerebral Palsy

Children who suffer from cerebral palsy have to try much harder than others their age at trying to live a normal life. They suffer many difficulties in doing things that other children can easily do without help. Cerebral palsy children…
Apr 22
Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy Offers Promise For Children With Cerebral Palsy

Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy Offers Promise For Children With Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is a devastating disease that most often occurs during childbirth, but can also occur during pregnancy and the first three years of a child’s life. Due to a number of reasons, the brain does not receive adequate oxygen,…
Dec 6
Cerebral Palsy Infographic- Cerebral Palsy: A Gude For Parent

Cerebral Palsy Infographic- Cerebral Palsy: A Gude For Parent

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Chang Carlin Legal Blog

Covers Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Illinois.

http://www.changandcarlin.com/_blog/Chang_Carlin_Legal_Blog

Jun 4
Using Chapter 13 Bankruptcy to Save Your Home

Using Chapter 13 Bankruptcy to Save Your Home

If you’re struggling with mortgage payments and foreclosure is looming on the horizon, you may want to turn to Chapter 13 Bankruptcy to save your home. Filing for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy allows a debtor to make payments on outstanding…
Jun 3
Am I About to Lose My Home to Foreclosure? What Can I Do?

Am I About to Lose My Home to Foreclosure? What Can I Do?

If you’ve missed mortgage payments and are wondering, “Am I about to lose my home?”, it’s important to get the facts and deal with things immediately. The first step is to understand that you may not have as much time…
May 19
Freedom From Debt: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Pros and Con

Freedom From Debt: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Pros and Con

If you’re evaluating your financial status and considering bankruptcy, making a list of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy pros and cons can help you mull over your options. In a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy a debtor actually has a number of opportunities,…

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Chicago Abogado de Lesión Blog

Spanish language blog for Chicago accident victims. By Zneimer & Zneimer, P.C.

http://www.abogadodelesionchicago.com/

Feb 18
La Ciudad de Chicago es Responsable Frente a la Herencia de una Víctima de Violencia Doméstica

La Ciudad de Chicago es Responsable Frente a la Herencia de una Víctima de Violencia Doméstica

Nuestros abogados de lesiones personales en Chicago informan que la ciudad de Chicago es responsable por la muerte culposa de una víctima de violencia doméstica por no detener al agresor a pesar de varias llamadas al 911, de…
Feb 11
Agencia de Illinois que Investiga Médicos Recorta Personal

Agencia de Illinois que Investiga Médicos Recorta Personal

Los abogados de lesiones personales de Chicago Zneimer y Zneimer PC vieron en el Chicago Tribune que el Departamento de Regulación Financiera y Profesional, la agencia que investiga las quejas sobre los médicos anunciaron que…
Feb 8
Condición Médica Factor que Contribuye en Accidente de Autobús en Chicago

Condición Médica Factor que Contribuye en Accidente de Autobús en Chicago

Abogados de accidente de autobús en Chicago leyeron en el Chicago Tribune que un conductor de autobús escolar perdió el control del autobús que conducía en Niles, Illinois y se estrelló. El conductor…

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Chicago Accident and Injury Lawyer…

Chicago Accident and Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois product liability, bus accident and truck accident news. By Jeffrey J. Kroll.

http://www.chicagoaccidentinjurylawyer.com/

Dec 17
OUR HEARTS ARE BROKEN AFTER THE NEWTOWN, CT TRAGEDY

OUR HEARTS ARE BROKEN AFTER THE NEWTOWN, CT TRAGEDY

Our nation has been devastated by the horrendous shootings in Newtown, Connecticut. Our hearts are broken. Like the rest of the world, our attorneys and staff hugged their kids a little tighter this weekend. We shed tears for the families…
Nov 16
BEWARE OF BLACK ICE: IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

BEWARE OF BLACK ICE: IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

It's official folks, Winter is knocking on our door. Many of you may have even seen the Season's first snow flurries over the past couple of days. Certainly, the majority of us woke up with frost on our lawns and windows.
Nov 14
COMPENSATION FOR HIT-AND-RUN ACCIDENTS

COMPENSATION FOR HIT-AND-RUN ACCIDENTS

Sun-Times, Tsering Dorjee was pronounced dead late Monday night. Our attorneys express our most heartfelt sympathies to Mr. Dorjee's family members. Authorities have advised any witnesses to contact Chicago's Major Accident Investigation…

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Chicago Accident Law Blog

Covers car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability and truck accidents. By Ed Scanlan.

http://www.chicagoaccidentlawblog.com/

Apr 18
Physicians and Administrators Conspire at Sacred Heart Hospital

Physicians and Administrators Conspire at Sacred Heart Hospital

As an Illinois medical malpractice lawyer it is difficult to fathom a scenario where hospital administrators and physicians conspire to unnecessarily intubate patients and while intubated to overmedicate them so as to require a tracheotomy. …
Mar 9
Table Saw Injury - Product Liability Lawsuit

Table Saw Injury - Product Liability Lawsuit

Lawyers representing victims who have been injured using table saws must be aware of the flesh-detection technology available that could prevent most of these injuries. The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates at least 60,000…
Mar 9
Table Saw Injury Lawsuit

Table Saw Injury Lawsuit

Lawyers representing victims who have been injured using table saws must be aware of the flesh-detection technology available that could prevent most of these injuries. The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates at least 60,000…

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Chicago Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers injury and accident news and case law. Published By Chicago, Illinois personal injury attorneys, Zneimer & Zneimer, P.C.

http://www.chicagoaccidentlawyerblog.com/

May 11
School Bus Collides with Motor Vehicle Causing Fatality

School Bus Collides with Motor Vehicle Causing Fatality

As reported by CBS Chicago, “One person was killed in a multi-vehicle accident after a school bus with nearly three dozen students on board collided with two other vehicles near north suburban Wadsworth.” Preliminary…
May 11
School Bus Collides with Motor Vehicle Causing Fatality

School Bus Collides with Motor Vehicle Causing Fatality

As reported by CBS Chicago, “One person was killed in a multi-vehicle accident after a school bus with nearly three dozen students on board collided with two other vehicles near north suburban Wadsworth.” Preliminary…
May 11
Child Restraint Systems: The Right Seat, The Right Size, the Right Use

Child Restraint Systems: The Right Seat, The Right Size, the Right Use

Pursuant to the Illinois Child Passenger Protection Act, all child passengers under the age of 8 years old are required to be restrained by a car or booster seat. However, use of a child restraint system is only the first step in protecting…

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Chicago Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosures topics. By Michelotti & Associates, Ltd.

http://www.chicagobankruptcyattorneyblog.com/

May 11
How a chapter 7 bankruptcy case works in DuPage County.

How a chapter 7 bankruptcy case works in DuPage County.

How a chapter 7 bankruptcy case works in Du Page County. All cases start with an analysis of the debtor's situation, Is a chapter 7 case appropriate? If so, we need certain information. 1. Has another chapter 7 case been filed within the…
May 1
How Much Does a Bankruptcy cost?

How Much Does a Bankruptcy cost?

For most people a chapter 7 case will cost about $2100.00. A Chapter 13 case will cost about $3800.00. Cost are divided into This is divided into 4 parts One: Filing Fees Filing fees for a chapter 7 bankruptcy are $299.00. Filing Fees…
Feb 2
How Often Can I File For Bankruptcy?

How Often Can I File For Bankruptcy?

While it is true that you could file for bankruptcy protection as often as you would like, the October 17, 2005 changes to the bankruptcy code limit the frequency of bankruptcy discharge. The attorneys at Michelotti & Associates know the…

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Chicago Bankruptcy Blog

Covers chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy. By Leeders & Associates.

http://chicago-bankruptcy.blogspot.com/

Jun 3
Deeds and Homeowner Association Fees - Bankruptcy Home Blog

Deeds and Homeowner Association Fees - Bankruptcy Home Blog

Deeds and Homeowner Association Fees - Bankruptcy Home Blog Interesting fact pattern here. The spin I see is that the debtor files bankruptcy and 'surrenders' the home. Many mistakenly believe discharging the mortgage means the house is no…
May 28
Feds: Bankruptcy scam freed impounded vehicle

Feds: Bankruptcy scam freed impounded vehicle

I saw the US Trustee's office discussing this matter on a case before Judge Cassling last week. The case was dismissed, namely because the debtor didn't file most of the required documents. It's a shame that these individuals were taking…
May 22
T is for Terrance Leeders - head bankrutpcy attorney and owner of Leeders & Associate

T is for Terrance Leeders - head bankrutpcy attorney and owner of Leeders & Associate

Hi All. I was recently interviewed for an article by BankruptcyHome.com. I have enclosed a link to their article. If anyone as has any further questions, feel free to contact me at Leederslaw.com, or call me at…

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Chicago Birth Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers cerebral palsy, crib death, Erb's palsy and other forms of birth injuries. By Levin & Perconti.

http://www.chicagobirthinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 18
International Birth Injury Cases Highlight Value of Illinois Justice System

International Birth Injury Cases Highlight Value of Illinois Justice System

Recently, RTE, Ireland’s national television and radio broadcasting agency, published a harrowing story involving a mother whose fight for justice for her brain damaged daughter finally came to fruition. The High Court of Ireland ruled…
Jun 13
Long-Term Study Results Show Benefit of Surgery for Patients with Cerebral Palsy

Long-Term Study Results Show Benefit of Surgery for Patients with Cerebral Palsy

There is still no “cure” for the many forms of cerebral palsy. While stem cell therapies offer hope that one day damaged parts of the body which create cerebral palsy can actually be re-grown properly, scientists are still in the…
Jun 5
Ensuring A Family Actually Receives Birth Injury Settlement Payment

Ensuring A Family Actually Receives Birth Injury Settlement Payment

In financial terms, Illinois birth injuries can be the most damaging type of preventable harm caused by negligence. The cost of medical bills to deal with the injury are usually enormous, and that is not even including the staggering sums to…

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Chicago Brain Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers brain injuries from bicycle accidents, car accidents, medical malpractice an defective products. By Levin & Perconti.

http://www.chicagobraininjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 13
Chicago Bicyclists: Be Safe Out There This Summer

Chicago Bicyclists: Be Safe Out There This Summer

We often note how accidents on the roadway are the leading cause of serious traumatic brain injuries among all age groups. TBIs result from significant contact between the head and a hard object. Even seemingly low-speed or minor traffic…
Jun 4
General Assembly Passes Law to Require Efficient Settlement Payment

General Assembly Passes Law to Require Efficient Settlement Payment

The Illinois General Assembly ended its official 2013 legislative session last Friday. As usual in the chamber, the elected body left many issues to the very end. Some of the items on the docket related to different proposals affecting the…
May 29
Illinois Law May Increases Mandatory Auto Insurance Requirement

Illinois Law May Increases Mandatory Auto Insurance Requirement

As we often point out, the single most common way that residents in Chicago and throughout Illinois suffer a traumatic brain injury is when they are caught in the middle of a traffic accident. Considering that TBIs are spurred by significant…

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Chicago Business bLAWg

Covers information and resources that impact Chicago businesses. By Griffith & Jacobson, LLC.

http://chicagobizlawyers.wordpress.com

Sep 4
Some great tips for all employers to con

Some great tips for all employers to con

Some great tips for all employers to consider before making a hiring decision: Avoid these #hiring pitfalls startups can easily fall into! http://t.co/rORRztzM via @B2Community RT @sparkhire Filed under: Chicago Busine
Aug 31
RT @wpinkerton: Fast-Growing Companie

RT @wpinkerton: Fast-Growing Companie

RT @wpinkerton: Fast-Growing Companies & Cities | http://t.co/1xeIUVZt http://t.co/gqiaApF7 | The real upside is that these cities aren’t clustered. Filed under: Chicago Busine
Aug 29
Redesigning the interior of your office

Redesigning the interior of your office

Redesigning the interior of your offices? Consider #Glass #Walls instead of Drywall. Jaime @foxvalleyglass1 http://t.co/JOnJbsXK Filed under: Chicago Busine

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Chicago Business Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois commercial law, business, and intellectual property news. By Jeremy A. Gibson & Associates, P.C.

http://www.chicago-business-lawyer-blog.com/

Dec 17
Chicago Firm Alleges Unfair Business Practices, False Claim

Chicago Firm Alleges Unfair Business Practices, False Claim

A mid-sized Chicago healthcare company is alleging unfair business practices and false claims on the part of a rival company based in Downers Grove, according to a report by Crain's Chicago Business. Our Chicago business lawyers understand…
Dec 1
Text Marketing Backfires, Chain Faces $250M Class Action

Text Marketing Backfires, Chain Faces $250M Class Action

In a world of evolving technology, it's no surprise that businesses are trying everything they can to reach consumers. Chicago small business lawyers know one method that has proven especially effective is text messaging. It tends to…
Nov 22
Chicago Business Lawsuit Filed Following Undisclosed Claims in Acquisition

Chicago Business Lawsuit Filed Following Undisclosed Claims in Acquisition

Anytime two companies merge or one acquires the other, there are a multitude of legal considerations. Chicago business lawyers know that chief among those are the disclosure of any outstanding liabilities.

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Chicago Business Litigation…

Chicago Business Litigation Attorney Blog

Covers breach of contract, implied contract, oral contracts, defamation, and unjust enrichment. By Tamari & Blumenthal, LLC.

http://www.chicagobusinesslitigationattorneyblog.com/

Jul 6
Supreme Court Issues Ruling On Challenging Fairness of Arbitration Clause

Supreme Court Issues Ruling On Challenging Fairness of Arbitration Clause

Ruling in favor of the appellant, the Supreme Court established a standard for challenging the fairness of arbitration clauses in court. See Rent-A-Center, West v. Jackson, 2010 WL 2471058
Mar 2
Supreme Court Applies Stricter Pleading Standard for Civil Action

Supreme Court Applies Stricter Pleading Standard for Civil Action

In Ashcroft v. Iqbal, the Supreme Court reinforced the Twombly Court’s interpretation of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 8(a)(2). Ashcroft v. Iqbal, 129 S.Ct. 1937, (2009). In Twombly, the Court developed a plausibility standard to…
Feb 4
Illinois Courts Define Respondeat Superior

Illinois Courts Define Respondeat Superior

In Illinois, an employer is subject to vicarious liability for his employees under the doctrine of respondeat superior. Bank of America, N.A. v. Bird.392 Ill.App.3d 621, 911 N.E.2d 1239, 331 Ill.Dec. 1009 (2009). Under this doctrine, an…

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Chicago Business Litigation Lawyer…

Chicago Business Litigation Lawyer Blog

Covers class action litigation, fraud, consumer law and shareholder disputes. By DiTommaso Lubin.

http://www.chicagobusinesslitigationlawyerblog.com/

Jun 14
Class Action Plaintiffs Awarded $203 Million in Lawsuit Alleging Manipulation of Bank Overdraft Charges - Gutierrez v. Wells Fargo

Class Action Plaintiffs Awarded $203 Million in Lawsuit Alleging Manipulation of Bank Overdraft Charges - Gutierrez v. Wells Fargo

A California federal court awarded $203 million in damages to a class of plaintiffs in Gutierrez v. Wells Fargo Bank, NA, 730 F.Supp.2d 1080 (N.D. Cal. 2010). The lawsuit alleged that the defendant bank overcharged the plaintiffs, who held…
Jun 14
Chicago Class Action and Consumer Fraud Attorneys DiTommaso Lubin Bring Alleged Counterfeit Rare Wine Lawsuit Against Famed Chicago Chef Charlie Trotter

Chicago Class Action and Consumer Fraud Attorneys DiTommaso Lubin Bring Alleged Counterfeit Rare Wine Lawsuit Against Famed Chicago Chef Charlie Trotter

The Chicago class action attorneys and consumer fraud lawyers at DiTommaso-Lubin filed a lawsuit alleging consumer fraud on behalf of our clients against famed Chicago Chef Charlie Trotter claiming that he sold what the specially retained…
Jun 12
Video -- Taking Class Actions to Trial

Video -- Taking Class Actions to Trial

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Chicago Car Accident Attorney Blog

Published by Donald W. Fohrman & Associates, LTD

http://www.chicagocaraccidentattorneyblog.com/

Mar 13
Illinois legislators proposing ban on hand held cell phones while driving

Illinois legislators proposing ban on hand held cell phones while driving

New legislation is being introduced by state Rep. Karen May (D-Highland Park) which would ban the use of cell phones while driving with the exception of drivers using hands free technology. In 2011, more than 4100 traffic stops were made…
Dec 23
Chicago Drivers: Hang up and drive!

Chicago Drivers: Hang up and drive!

The National Transportation Safety Board wants all 50 states to ban cellphone use by drivers. No texting, no tweeting, no talking — not even on a hands-free phone. It's a standard that goes beyond anything on the books in any state. The…
Nov 2
Chicago City Council approves Midway Airport buffer zone

Chicago City Council approves Midway Airport buffer zone

Almost 6 years after a runway accident that left a six year old child dead, the city of Chicago is taking steps to improve safety at Midway Airport. The city will purchase several pieces of property around the airport, then demolish the…

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Chicago Car Accident Attorneys…

Chicago Car Accident Attorneys Blog

Covers Illinois auto defects, car accidents and catastrophic injuries. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagocaraccidentattorneysblog.com/

Apr 28
Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

According to the Daily Chronicle, a settlement has not yet been reached in the Illinois car crash deaths of 18-year-old Amanda Elkins, 18, and her 10-month-old daughter Jazmine Luciano in 2005. Their family believes that Elkins crashed her…
Apr 28
Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

Illinois Car Crash Lawsuit Alleging Medication Caused 2005 Wrongful Deaths of Mother and Her Baby Still Not Resolved

According to the Daily Chronicle, a settlement has not yet been reached in the Illinois car crash deaths of 18-year-old Amanda Elkins, 18, and her 10-month-old daughter Jazmine Luciano in 2005. Their family believes that Elkins crashed her…
Apr 21
Woman Impaled in Lake County, Illinois Car Crash Caused by Tree Branch Sues Property Owner

Woman Impaled in Lake County, Illinois Car Crash Caused by Tree Branch Sues Property Owner

Helen Miller, a Lake Villa woman, is suing Vista Health System Surgery and Treatment Center for her Lake County, Illinois car accident injuries. Miller, 42, was driving in Lindenhurst last October when a tree fell on her car, causing one of…

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Chicago Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents, truck accidents, and personal injury law in Illinois. By Levin & Perconti.

http://www.chicagocaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Jun 17
Father and Son Killed in Illinois Motorcycle Accident

Father and Son Killed in Illinois Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycles are dangerous machines, even when used by a safe driver. To some, that thrill and risk of weaving in and out of traffic on the highway is part of the appeal of owning a motorcycle, but it is important to know the difference…
Jun 14
Study Shows that Many Designated Drivers Fail to Drive Sober

Study Shows that Many Designated Drivers Fail to Drive Sober

Alright, so I know we just published an article about driving under the influence yesterday, but our lawyers recently came across a very interesting piece, and we wanted to share it with you. The concept of a designated driver has been…
Jun 13
Drugged Driving Making Its Way Into Public Consciousne

Drugged Driving Making Its Way Into Public Consciousne

By now the vast majority of the American public is aware of all the facts and statistics regarding drinking and driving. If you watch television or surf the web frequently, you probably don’t go more than a few days at a time without…

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Chicago Car Accident Lawyers Blog

Covers Chicago car, bus, bicycle, truck and pedestrian accidents. By Abels & Annes, P.C.

http://www.chicagocaraccidentlawyersblog.com/

Jun 17
Hit-And-Run Driver Arrested after Accident Injures Child

Hit-And-Run Driver Arrested after Accident Injures Child

A driver who hit an 8-year-old girl and fled the scene of a crash has been arrested and is being held in lieu of bail in Chicago, according to local police. The driver has been charged with leaving the scene of an accident that caused injury…
Jun 14
Rollover Accident Kills Man in South Suburb

Rollover Accident Kills Man in South Suburb

A rollover accident in the south suburb of Posen claimed the life of a 29-year-old man early last Wednesday morning. Though a second vehicle was involved, there were no other injuries or fatalities reported. The victim was driving a…
Jun 13
Man Charged in Fatal Tinley Park DUI and Hit-and-Run Crash

Man Charged in Fatal Tinley Park DUI and Hit-and-Run Crash

The hit-and-run driver of a vehicle that killed a pedestrian on Wednesday night has been arrested and charged, according to Tinley Park police. The 22-year-old Blue Island resident has been charged with aggravated driving under the influence…

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Chicago Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois criminal law and penalties. By the Law Office of Chris M. Shepherd.

http://www.chicagocrimelawyer.com/

Mar 22
Using the Constitution to Defeat Illinois Charges of Unlawful Use of a Weapon

Using the Constitution to Defeat Illinois Charges of Unlawful Use of a Weapon

The two enemies of the people are criminals and government, so let us tie the second down with the chains of the Constitution so the second will not become the legalized version of the first." -Thomas Jefferson There are many rewarding…
Mar 2
Quarterback Acquitted of Rape: Anatomy of a Successful Defense to Sexual Assault Accusation

Quarterback Acquitted of Rape: Anatomy of a Successful Defense to Sexual Assault Accusation

Of all the accusations I defend clients against as a Chicago criminal lawyer, I see a persistent pattern of intentionally false accusations in the area of date rape and sexual assault. Indeed, although the difficulty of accurate research into…
Oct 21
How to Get an Illinois FOID Card If You Have a Felony Conviction in Your Background

How to Get an Illinois FOID Card If You Have a Felony Conviction in Your Background

Despite the Second Amendment's clear language guaranteeing your "right to bear Arms" a felony conviction in your background, even for a non-violent crime, will cause the Illinois State Police (ISP) to revoke and seize your Firearm Owner…

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Chicago Divorce Attorney

Covers Illinois family law matters. By the Wolkowitz Law Office.

http://wolkowitz.com/chicago-divorce-illinois-family-law-blog

Jan 21
Uncontested Divorce: One-stop Shop

Uncontested Divorce: One-stop Shop

As a Chicago divorce lawyer, I’ve got one word for people who don’t want to needlessly spend money on a lawyer. And that word is “sane.” I’m dedicated to helping people get an affordable divorce in…
Nov 12
College Expenses for Divorcing & Unmarried Military Vet

College Expenses for Divorcing & Unmarried Military Vet

As a Chicago divorce lawyer, I can tell you that many parents are flabergasted upon learning that a court can force them to pay for their children’s higher education through Section 513 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage…
Nov 9
Cheating and adultery: relevant to divorce in Illinois?

Cheating and adultery: relevant to divorce in Illinois?

“He cheated on me,” my new client told me. “Isn’t there anything I can do about that?” she asked. As a Chicago divorce attorney, I’m asked that type of question about adultery frequently. And while adultery and cheating often make…

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Chicago Divorce Lawyer &…

Chicago Divorce Lawyer & Attorney Blog

Discusses how to avoid mistakes and obtain a better outcome in your divorce. By Marie Fahnert.

http://www.justdivorceblog.com/

Feb 12
My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

Apparently, my divorcing client’s Skype testimony is newsworthy! The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and the Wall Street Journal have both reported on it. Last week, at Chicago’s Daley Center, a judge ruled in my client’s favor…
Feb 12
My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

Apparently, Skype testimony is a novelty. The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, the Wall Street Journal and the American Bar Association Journal have reported on my divorcing client’s Skype testimony. Last week, at…
Oct 11
Couple separates after 115 year

Couple separates after 115 year

Bibi and Poldi, two giant tortoises who have been together since their birth in 1897, called it quits on their relationship this year. The relationship had survived 115 years, a move from Switzerland to Austria, and 300 children (ages…

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Chicago DUI Law Blog

Covers Chicago criminal and DUI laws. By Ava George Stewart.

http://chicagoduilaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 17
Chicago DUI Attorney Comments on Missouri v. McNeeley-- Needles, Blood, and DUI

Chicago DUI Attorney Comments on Missouri v. McNeeley-- Needles, Blood, and DUI

This Chicago DUI attorney has posted here, here, and here on blood draws in DUI arrests. Earlier today, the Supreme Court of the United States(SCOTUS) issued it's opinion in Missouri v. McNeeley.Justice Sotomayer wrote the…
Apr 1
Chicago DUI Attorney Comments on Police Lying About DUI Arrest

Chicago DUI Attorney Comments on Police Lying About DUI Arrest

It is one simple question, why would the police lie about a DUI?This Chicago DUI attorney hears this all the time when ever she is in a trial or pretrial motion from the government. She thinks it's a really, really good question.…
Jan 28
Chicago DUI Attorney Says, "Si Su Puede!" Driver's Licenses for The Undocumented Are Now Legal

Chicago DUI Attorney Says, "Si Su Puede!" Driver's Licenses for The Undocumented Are Now Legal

This Chicago DUI attorney has posted here, here, here, and here about undocumented people driving in Illinois. Yesterday, Governor Quinn signed into law a bill that will permit undocumented people to obtain valid driver’s…

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Chicago DUI Lawyer Blog

Published By Law Offices of Davis & LaScola Ltd.

http://www.chicagoduilawyerblog.net/

Jun 12
New Bill Aims to Shut Down Mug-Shot Removal Website

New Bill Aims to Shut Down Mug-Shot Removal Website

Proposed Illinois legislation would ban websites that post arrest booking photos and seek monetary compensation for their removal. The bill targets at least a half dozen websites that obtain the photos, which are public records, and give…
Jun 5
Chicago Bear Evan Rodriguez Arrested for DUI

Chicago Bear Evan Rodriguez Arrested for DUI

Chicago Bears fullback Evan Rodriguez, 24, expressed regret on Sunday for his "poor decision" that resulted in a DUI arrest on Friday. Rodriguez was pulled over by the Illinois State Police for speeding and improper lane usage on I-90 and…
May 30
Chicago Police Officer Accused of False DUI Arrest

Chicago Police Officer Accused of False DUI Arrest

Chicago Police Officer Harold Rodriguez, 46, is facing lawsuits filed by three former DUI defendants for wrongful-arrest. Gregory Sledge, one of the three men making these allegations against Rodriguez, claims he was framed last year for…

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Chicago Executive Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois employment law issues, including discrimination, retaliation, wage claims and employment contract disputes. By The Prinz Law Firm, P.C.

http://www.chicagoexecutivelawyer.com/

Nov 15
Is being a bad boss illegal?

Is being a bad boss illegal?

There are blog posts nearly every day about the importance of good leadership in the workplace and the negative affects of a bad boss. In our office, we have heard about nearly every type of bad boss: the micro-manager, the screamer, the…
Nov 7
Big Surprise: Ending Workplace Harassment Saves Business' Money

Big Surprise: Ending Workplace Harassment Saves Business' Money

Last month, Bill Toland authored an article in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that highlights the high costs businesses face by allowing harassment to go unchecked. It is pretty obvious that no one wants to work in an environment where…
Oct 26
It's never too late to pursue a dream

It's never too late to pursue a dream

A client of ours recently published a children's book titled Red Rose and Blue Butterfly. Publishing a book under any circumstances is an amazing feat, but one of the reasons this book in particular is so amazing is that the author, Sara…

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Chicago Family Law Blog

Covers child custody, child support, divorce and property division. By Alan Pearlman.

http://www.chicagofamilylawblog.com/

Apr 30
Tax Issues Relating to Qualified Domestic Relations Orders and Divorce

Tax Issues Relating to Qualified Domestic Relations Orders and Divorce

An increasingly large portion of the assets of married couples consist of rights to payments and stock from pension plans. In many states such assets are subject to division during a divorce. Divorce and division of property…
Apr 30
Severing the Parental Rights of Inmates and the Constitutionality of Restricting Visitation

Severing the Parental Rights of Inmates and the Constitutionality of Restricting Visitation

According to the Child Welfare League of America, an estimated 200,000 children have a mother in prison, and at least 1.6 million children have a father in prison. As such, many children have been forced to enter the foster care…
Dec 31
Same-Sex Marriages and the Federal Defense of Marriage Act

Same-Sex Marriages and the Federal Defense of Marriage Act

The federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was signed into law by President Clinton on September 21, 1996. DOMA defines "marriage" to consist exclusively as a heterosexual union of a man and a woman. Further, DOMA directs federal …

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Chicago Family Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, child support and prenuptial agreements. By Janet Rubel.

http://www.chicagofamilylawyerblog.com/

Feb 21
Appeals in Family Law Cases: ILLNOIS Child Support, Custody, Property Division and Maintenance

Appeals in Family Law Cases: ILLNOIS Child Support, Custody, Property Division and Maintenance

When can a judge's order be appealed? The answer is: it depends. Most cases require that a final order has been entered and that it is one which is appealable. Some cases, particularly those involving the welfare of children, are…
Feb 21
ILLINOIS, CHILD SUPPORT AND THE RIGHT TO A COLLEGE EDUCATION: GREIMAN V. FRIEDMAN

ILLINOIS, CHILD SUPPORT AND THE RIGHT TO A COLLEGE EDUCATION: GREIMAN V. FRIEDMAN

Does Illinois require a divorced parent or biological parent to pay for a college education? The answser is that it depends on the academic record of the child, whether the child chooses a private school or a state school and the financial…
Feb 20
Katy Perry Risked Losing Lots of Money without a Prenuptial Agreement: Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Illinoi

Katy Perry Risked Losing Lots of Money without a Prenuptial Agreement: Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Illinoi

Recording artist Katy Perry and her husband, British hair spray afficiando and comedian Russell Brand, have announced their plans to divorce after less than two years of marriage. That seems like a long term commitment after the…

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Chicago Foreclosure Lawyer Blog

Covers foreclosure defense and strategic defaults. By Sulaiman & Associates.

http://foreclosureblog.bankruptcylawyersolutions.com/

Jan 17
Mortgage Servicers Make More Money In Foreclosure

Mortgage Servicers Make More Money In Foreclosure

As I had long suspected, mortgage servicers have very strong financial incentives to push for foreclosure instead of modifying a loan. Diane E. Thompson, of counsel to the National Consumer Law Center, recently published an article in the…
Jan 10
Why Foreclosure Defense Is More Than Just "Wasting Time"

Why Foreclosure Defense Is More Than Just "Wasting Time"

As the foreclosure crisis drags on, the time it takes to complete the average foreclosure increases. This, in turn, feeds a desire to determine the cause of the slowdown. There are obvious choices such as the incredible volume of foreclosure…
Dec 28
Much Ado About Abandoned Housing

Much Ado About Abandoned Housing

I have written a few posts about the abandoned housing ordinance that the City of Chicago enacted this year. The original version was abandoned for a version that was supposed to be a compromise with mortgage lenders and servicers. The…

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Chicago Illinois Car Accident…

Chicago Illinois Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents, pedestrian accidents, and other personal injury news. By Elman Law Group.

http://www.chicagoillinoiscaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Jun 14
13 Injured In Accident Involving Pace Van On Chicago's Southwest Side

13 Injured In Accident Involving Pace Van On Chicago's Southwest Side

There was a three-vehicle collision involving a Pace van on Chicago's Southwest Side Friday (June 14) afternoon, in which thirteen people were injured. The accident happened at West 76th Street and South Pulaski Road, according to the…
Jun 7
Man Dies After Tri-State Tollway Accident

Man Dies After Tri-State Tollway Accident

A man has died this morning following a Thursday night accident on the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) near the O'Hare Oasis. The man has been identified as Andrew Lam, 50. He was pronounced dead at 4:06 a.m. by the Cook County Medical Examiner's…
May 31
"Pedestrian Scramble" At State Street And Jackson

"Pedestrian Scramble" At State Street And Jackson

Today (May 31) began a test program at the intersection of State Street and Jackson Blvd. in Chicago that allowed people to walk diagonally across the intersection during a preset interval. The changes are supposed to make the intersection…

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Chicago Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law and visas. By Kalita Law Group, P.C.

http://www.chicagoimmigrationlawyer-blog.com/

Mar 27
DO I QUALIFY FOR THE I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER FOR UNLAWFUL PRESENCE?

DO I QUALIFY FOR THE I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER FOR UNLAWFUL PRESENCE?

Now that the new Provisional Waivers for Unlawful Presence are in place, I am getting many phone calls from people who are inquiring as to whether they qualify for the waiver. There are many misconceptions about this from person-to-person…
Mar 11
Immigration Reform Moves a Step Closer

Immigration Reform Moves a Step Closer

The LA Times reported today that the Senate version of the Immigration Bill is gathering steam, as eight senators working together to write a bipartisan bill to overhaul immigration laws announced today that they have agreed on a pathway for…
Jan 30
Obama's Immigration Speech

Obama's Immigration Speech

Speaking in Las Vegas, President Obama revealed his intention to pursue comprehensive immigration reform during his second term. He outlined a rough sketch of a plan that would involve an increase in border security and enforcement of…

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Chicago Injury Advice Law Blog

Provides advice on Illinois injury law. By Timothy J. Deffet.

http://www.chicagoinjuryadvicelawblog.com/

Jun 4
National Transportation Safety Board wants states such as Illinois to lower the BAC level to 0.05 for DUI arrest

National Transportation Safety Board wants states such as Illinois to lower the BAC level to 0.05 for DUI arrest

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recently recommended that all states lower the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level for drivers to 0.05. According to the NTSB, the number of alcohol-related highway fatalities, has dropped…
May 31
Why is Illinois Senate Bill 1912, heading to Governor Quinn, regarding timely receipt of settlement funds, important?

Why is Illinois Senate Bill 1912, heading to Governor Quinn, regarding timely receipt of settlement funds, important?

It is Friday-in the U.S. anyway. Most people are trying to get through their day, finish up their work tasks for the week, fight traffic, and then go on to enjoy their weekend-maybe to go home to kiss their wives or husbands. Time to cut the…
May 15
Think you know the true story about the woman in the McDonald’s Hot Coffee Case? Think again.

Think you know the true story about the woman in the McDonald’s Hot Coffee Case? Think again.

Many people like to quote stories about the “ridiculous” lawsuits that occur in our country. They cite to various anecdotes that are oft-quoted as the undisputed truth. Only one problem, many “facts” cited about these…

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