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Criminal Lawyer Illinois

Covers Illinois criminal, DUI and traffic law. By Gainor and Gosch, PC.

http://www.criminallawyerillinois.com

May 10
Department of Corrections reinstates early release program

Department of Corrections reinstates early release program

There was a time in Illinois when inmates could get released from state prison in only days. It was the era of “dress-in-dress-out.” Those days are long gone, but the state penitentiary has re-instituted another form of early…
Mar 20
Truth-in-sentencing: defendants must serve more than 50% of the sentence imposed

Truth-in-sentencing: defendants must serve more than 50% of the sentence imposed

Defendants in felony cases are subject to special rules in sentencing. Compared to misdemeanor sentencing, felonies are complicated. The court is governed by obscure rules that can sometimes produce unexpected results. And the last thing a…
Dec 29
First felony offense eligible for deferred prosecution under Offender Initiative Program

First felony offense eligible for deferred prosecution under Offender Initiative Program

A person who is charged with a felony but has no criminal background will benefit from a new state law in 2013 that allows for dismissal. The Offender Initiative Program is a new statute modeled after the deferred prosecution program…

Rank this Week: 1905

Chicago Overtime Lawyer Blog

Covers the Fair Labor Standards Act, overtime, class actions, and wage and hour cases. By Chicago Overtime Law Center.

http://www.chicagoovertimelawyerblog.com/

Jun 8
Russell Stover Sales Representatives Sue For Unpaid Overtime and Claim That They Are Manual Laborers Not Sales People

Russell Stover Sales Representatives Sue For Unpaid Overtime and Claim That They Are Manual Laborers Not Sales People

While the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 requires employers to appropriately compensate their workers for overtime, the Act also provides exceptions for that rule. Unfortunately, many employers take advantage of these exceptions by…
Jun 7
Maryland Exotic Dancer Sues for $200,000 in Tip

Maryland Exotic Dancer Sues for $200,000 in Tip

When we talk about wage and overtime lawsuits, many people do not consider the fact that tips are included in that category. However, tips can be a very contentious issue, especially because employees who earn tips are, in most states,…
May 30
Nurses Allege That They Are Victims of Wage Theft -- Our Chicago Class Action Lawyers Help Prevent Wage Theft

Nurses Allege That They Are Victims of Wage Theft -- Our Chicago Class Action Lawyers Help Prevent Wage Theft

While many employees fight with their employers to receive their earned overtime compensation, our Chicago overtime lawyers have observed that some workers have to fight to get paid at all. One company in particular has recently been accused…

Rank this Week: 1917

Lakeblawg

Covers consumer and business bankruptcy, and mortgage foreclosure defense. By Lake Law.

http://www.lakelaw.com/blog/

Nov 9
Changes to the MMM Program: News for Eastern District of Wisconsin Chapter 13 Client

Changes to the MMM Program: News for Eastern District of Wisconsin Chapter 13 Client

The Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin created the MMM (mortgage modification mediation) program about a year and a half ago to help make modifications in Chapter 13s easier. So far, it has had quite a few success…
Nov 5
Chapter 13 Trustee accepting online payments – more convenience for debtors!

Chapter 13 Trustee accepting online payments – more convenience for debtors!

In a Chapter 13, most of our clients have two options in making the Chapter 13 plan payments to the Trustee: Payment through a payroll deduction, or payments by certified funds sent monthly. Each works well, but neither is as simple and…
Oct 29
When complications with bankruptcy filing fees means more trouble

When complications with bankruptcy filing fees means more trouble

Every bankruptcy case requires a filing fee. As mentioned last week, the filing fee for Chapter 11 bankruptcies is set to increase in November. Chapter 7 filing fees are currently $306, and Chapter 13 filing fees are $281. In nearly…

Rank this Week: 1958

The Chicago Bicycle Advocate

Covers bicycle defects, accidents and laws. By Brendan H. Kevenides.

http://www.mybikeadvocate.com/

Jun 14
It Is Crystal Clear, Chicago Cyclists May Pass Slower Traffic On The Right Thanks To New City Ordinance

It Is Crystal Clear, Chicago Cyclists May Pass Slower Traffic On The Right Thanks To New City Ordinance

It is now crystal clear that in Chicago bicyclists may pass slowed or standing motor vehicles on the right. A section of the 2013 Bicycle Safety Ordinance proposed by Mayor Rahm Emanuel on May 8th and passed by the City Council on June…
Jun 10
Chicago Area Cyclist Left With Serious Facial Injuries From Intersection Collision In Evanston

Chicago Area Cyclist Left With Serious Facial Injuries From Intersection Collision In Evanston

The lean, 31 year old athlete was sitting across the conference room table from me when he felt the need to apologize for what he was about to attempt: Eat.I sat quietly as the young man reached into his backpack and pulled out a bottle…
Jun 9
Legal Panel To Be Held Discussing Death of Chicago Bicyclist

Legal Panel To Be Held Discussing Death of Chicago Bicyclist

Online communication is a great way to stay informed about what is going on. However, the internet is often a place where bad information is planted and misunderstandings take root. In the wake of the death of Chicago bicyclist, Bobby…

Rank this Week: 1964

Chicago Medical Malpractice Lawyer…

Chicago Medical Malpractice Lawyer Blog

Covers medical negligence. By Kroot Law LLC.

http://www.chicagomedicalmalpracticelawyerblog.net/

Jun 7
Large Medical Malpractice Payouts Insignificant to U.S. Health Cost

Large Medical Malpractice Payouts Insignificant to U.S. Health Cost

When a medical malpractice lawsuit results in a "catastrophic" payout, or an award of over a million dollars, the case often makes headlines in the media and in legal circles. In some of the media coverage, researchers even claim these…
Jun 4
Lack of Follow-Up Tests for Boomers With Hepatitis C Could Be Deadly

Lack of Follow-Up Tests for Boomers With Hepatitis C Could Be Deadly

A recent study published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report found that as many as 3 in 4 patients infected with hepatitis C virus (HCV) are unaware of the infection. These patients would have initially tested positive for HCV…
May 20
Dentist Faces Potential Medical Malpractice And Criminal Charge

Dentist Faces Potential Medical Malpractice And Criminal Charge

Patients expect professionalism and a certain standard of care when visiting a dental office. This includes cleanliness and safety ranking high on that list of expectations. And generally healthcare facilities work hard to maintain those…

Rank this Week: 1973

the wasserblawg

Provides Chicago residential real estate information for buyers and sellers. By Michael H. Wasserman.

http://wasserblawg.blogspot.com/

May 15
Fortune cookie de jour

Fortune cookie de jour

contact mike: mwass@wasserlaw.net www.wasserlaw.net
Feb 3
Cook County Property Tax Bills are Here!

Cook County Property Tax Bills are Here!

Cook County property owners wee mailed last week. Better start asking around if you did not receive yours yet - those bills are all due by March 1st. If you know a property's PIN, you can look them up at the County Treasurer's web…
Jan 20
Tools of the Trade - CookCountyAssessor.com

Tools of the Trade - CookCountyAssessor.com

Assessor's Web Site Screen GrabWhenever a client hires me in connection with a local real estate purchase or sale, one of the first things I do is check out the local county assessor’s web site. For Cook County transactions, that would…

Rank this Week: 1975

Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer…

Chicago Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Covers elder abuse, medical malpractice and nursing home abuse and neglect. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagonursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/

Nov 14
Choosing the Right Nursing Home for Your Loved One

Choosing the Right Nursing Home for Your Loved One

Making the decision to put your loved one in a nursing home, is a difficult decision for many families. Once you have made the decision to do so, it is important to choose the best nursing home for your loved one. There are many factors to…
Nov 5
Common Nursing Home Terminology

Common Nursing Home Terminology

Any facility or practice associated with the medical field is bound to have tough jargon, that is difficult for a novice or the “average Joe” to understand. If you have a family member or loved one who is currently being treated and cared…
Nov 2
Sexual Harassment in Nursing Home

Sexual Harassment in Nursing Home

Over 70 percent of elderly residents occupying assisted living facilities such as nursing homes have been afflicted by some variety of enfeebling condition that leaves them extremely vulnerable and unable to defend themselves in the…

Rank this Week: 2014

The Wage and Hour Litigation Blog

Covers wage and hour law. By Seyfarth Shaw LLP.

http://www.wagehourlitigation.com

Jun 13
"Black Swan" Is Ugly Duckling For Employers: Unpaid Interns in the Spotlight After Summary Judgment in Film Production Case

"Black Swan" Is Ugly Duckling For Employers: Unpaid Interns in the Spotlight After Summary Judgment in Film Production Case

Authored by Robert Whitman Advocates for interns seeking wage payments under federal and NY law received some welcome news this week with the decision in Glatt v. Fox Searchlight Pictures, Inc. [here]. As we have discussed…
Jun 12
OREGON COURT GIVES THE DOL A "TIP": NOT EVERY STATUTORY GAP MUST BE FILLED WITH REGULATION

OREGON COURT GIVES THE DOL A "TIP": NOT EVERY STATUTORY GAP MUST BE FILLED WITH REGULATION

Authored by Steve Shardonofsky A federal judge in Oregon recently gave the Secretary of Labor a very important tip: Just because the FLSA appears to be silent on a particular issue does not give the U.S. Department of Labor authority to…
Jun 11
Supreme Court Upholds Arbitrator's Ruling on Class Arbitration But Defers Question of Arbitrability

Supreme Court Upholds Arbitrator's Ruling on Class Arbitration But Defers Question of Arbitrability

Authored by Robert S. Whitman Surprising many observers, the Supreme Court on Monday upheld an arbitrator’s decision to permit class arbitration even though the parties’ agreement did not explicitly provide for such procedures. In…

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Lori Levin Blog

Covers Illinois criminal justice, juvenile justice, guardianship and mental health law issues.

http://www.lorilevinlaw.com/blog.html

Jun 3
Radio interview with American Edition of Voice of Russia Radio re DNA swabs from arrestee

Radio interview with American Edition of Voice of Russia Radio re DNA swabs from arrestee

Just gave interview to the American edition of the Voice of Russia Radio on today's United States Supreme Court's decision regarding the taking of DNA mouth swaps in Maryland v. King, 569 U.S. __…
Jun 3
United States Supreme Court decision on DNA samples from arrestee

United States Supreme Court decision on DNA samples from arrestee

Today, the United States Supreme Court approved the ability of the police to obtain DNA samples from persons they have probable cause to arrest and process for serious offenses. In Maryland v. King, 569 U.S. ___ (2013), which may…
Jun 3
Cable shows on Preparing Your Young Adult for College

Cable shows on Preparing Your Young Adult for College

Recently, I taped two Illinois State Bar Association cable television shows on "Preparing Your Young Adult for College, Part 1 and 2." The first of these shows will air on Chicago Access Network Television, Channel 21 on June 4…

Rank this Week: 2073

Illinois Medical Malpractice…

Illinois Medical Malpractice Lawyers Blog

Covers medical malpractice laws, doctor negligence, and defective medical devices and drugs. By Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

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

Jun 12
Minnesota now Allows Malpractice Lawsuits based on "Lost Chance of Survival"

Minnesota now Allows Malpractice Lawsuits based on "Lost Chance of Survival"

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight a recent ruling by the Minnesota Supreme Court, redefining the rights of patients trying to recover damages from health care providers. Just last week in May 2013 the court decided…
Jun 5
Missouri Clinic Sued for Failing to Treat Flesh-Eating Infection

Missouri Clinic Sued for Failing to Treat Flesh-Eating Infection

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report of a recent lawsuit against Mercy Clinic in Springfield, Missouri. Two surgeons are being sued for failing to provide treatment to prevent the spread of necrotizing fasciitis, a…
May 30
Roseland Hospital in Chicago Cuts Staff and Salarie

Roseland Hospital in Chicago Cuts Staff and Salarie

Medical malpractice lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report that the Roseland Community Hospital in Chicago, Illinois recently announced that, in efforts to stay open, it will lay off nearly 70 employees while cutting the salaries of other…

Rank this Week: 2092

Drug Recall Attorneys Blog

Covers drug recalls and side effects, pharmaceutical litigation, and drug warnings. By Pintas & Mullins Law Firm.

http://www.drugrecallattorneysblog.com/

Jun 17
Study Finds Increased Musculoskeletal Problems in Statin User

Study Finds Increased Musculoskeletal Problems in Statin User

Dangerous drug lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report of a recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine suggesting that people who take statins are more likely to develop musculoskeletal problems. Statins are a class of…
Jun 14
Hepatitis A Frozen Berry Outbreak Spreads to Eight State

Hepatitis A Frozen Berry Outbreak Spreads to Eight State

Product recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins recently reported on an outbreak of hepatitis A from frozen mixed berries sold at Costco. The contaminated berries have sickened nearly 90 people so far in eight states. Fortunately, only one…
Jun 13
Johnson & Johnson Phasing out All Metal-on-Metal Hip Device

Johnson & Johnson Phasing out All Metal-on-Metal Hip Device

DePuy hip recall lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report that the orthopedic unit plans to phase-out production of all metal-on-metal hip implants, including the Pinnacle and metal component the Complete. Johnson & Johnson, DePuy's…

Rank this Week: 2163

Illinois Car and Truck Accident…

Illinois Car and Truck Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois trucking and car accident cases, news and issues. From the Chicago law firm of Hurley McKenna & Mertz.

http://www.illinoiscarandtruckaccidentlawyerblog.com/

Nov 16
Toyota Recalls Prius and Corolla Model

Toyota Recalls Prius and Corolla Model
Nov 11
Chicago School Bus Driver Charged with DUI

Chicago School Bus Driver Charged with DUI
Nov 1
Second Fatal Bicyclist Accident in Chicago

Second Fatal Bicyclist Accident in Chicago

A bicyclist died yesterday after being struck by a semi truck in the Noble Square neighborhood of Chicago. The accident marks the second time this fall that a bicyclist has died after being struck by a semi truck in the City of Chicago. In…

Rank this Week: 2161

Quad Cities Injury Lawyers

Covers personal injury, workers compensation and medical malpractice issues for Illinois and Iowa lawyers. By Michael J. Warner & Associates.

http://qcinjurylawyers.wordpress.com

Apr 16
US Supreme Court Helps Insurance Companies, Screws Injured People

US Supreme Court Helps Insurance Companies, Screws Injured People

The US Supreme Court decided US Airways v. McCutchen today, allowing insurance companies to write their way around the common fund doctrine and similar law, and taking money away from injured people. Make no mistake – this is a big…
Mar 28
Did He Really Tweet that? Careful With Social Media Evidence.

Did He Really Tweet that? Careful With Social Media Evidence.

I don’t usually blog about politics or sports, but first I wanted to bring up a couple of things I found extremely newsworthy on twitter… Pretty sweet, huh? Didn’t even see that in the mainstream media, did…
Jan 25
Warner & Zimmerle Teams Up to Feed Illinoi

Warner & Zimmerle Teams Up to Feed Illinoi

This is a slightly different blog post today. It’s not legal news or trial tips. It’s a call to action. Warner & Zimmerle has teamed up with the Illinois State Bar Association to fight hunger in our state through a ……

Rank this Week: 2166

Illinois Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois divorce law. From Michael Roe.

http://www.illinoisdivorcelawyerblog.com/

Jun 11
What Dads Should Know in a Custody/Parenting Case

What Dads Should Know in a Custody/Parenting Case

1. Fight as hard as you can to get the most time possible from the very start. Whether you want the kids to live with you (as primary residential custodial parent) or you simply want to have an "aggressive" visitation...
May 31
Patrick Stewart, Refuge, PTSD and Domestic Violence

Patrick Stewart, Refuge, PTSD and Domestic Violence
May 23
How to Recover from an Affair Involving Borderline Personality Disorder

How to Recover from an Affair Involving Borderline Personality Disorder

How to Recover from an Affair Involving Borderline Personality Disorder By Tommy (http://youmebpd.com/) The feeling of pain and betrayal that an affair causes is something I would wish on almost no one, but when you add in the addition of...

Rank this Week: 2190

Illinois Workers Compensation

Covers Illinois workers compensation news and updates. By Bleakney & Troiani.

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

Aug 26
Illinois Truckers as Independent Contractors or Employees; Nature of the Business Test Matter

Illinois Truckers as Independent Contractors or Employees; Nature of the Business Test Matter

8-10-09 Illinois adopted a stricter test in 2007 that favors classifying workers as an employee rather than as an independent contractor. No single factor determines whether a worker will be classified as an employee or an independent…
Jun 28
IL Workers Comp Reform: Aggravated DUI will be denied

IL Workers Comp Reform: Aggravated DUI will be denied

8-22-11 On August 8, 2011, Governor Quinn signed Senate Bill1147 into law to prevent workers convicted of serious crimes from claiming workers compensation benefits. Senate Bill 1147 denies workers compensation benefits for injuries…
Jun 28
New 2012 Illinois Downstate Arbitration Hearing Location

New 2012 Illinois Downstate Arbitration Hearing Location

9-05-11 As part of the new Illinois workers compensation reform package, downstate hearing locations will be consolidated into the 6 regions listed below to take effect on January 1, 2012. The reduction in hearing locations is structured…

Rank this Week: 2213

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…

Rank this Week: 2220

Chicago Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Chicago and Illinois injury and accident law cases, news and issues. From the Chicago law firm of Hurley McKenna & Mertz.

http://www.chicagoinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 10
Three People Die in Same Best Western Hotel Room over 2 Month Period

Three People Die in Same Best Western Hotel Room over 2 Month Period

Over the past two months, three people have died in the same Best Western hotel room. An elderly couple first passed away in the hotel room in April. Then, on Saturday, a mother and her 11-year-old son were found unresponsive...
May 20
Hurley McKenna & Mertz Files Lawsuits on Behalf of Victims of Sexual Abuse in the Diocese of Joliet

Hurley McKenna & Mertz Files Lawsuits on Behalf of Victims of Sexual Abuse in the Diocese of Joliet

Last week, Hurley McKenna & Mertz filed five lawsuits against the Diocese of Joliet for failing to protect children from predatory and pedophile priests and teaching staff within the Diocese. This abuse occurred during the 1970s and…
Apr 30
Hurley McKenna & Mertz Files Lawsuits on Behalf of Christian Brothers Sexual Abuse Victim

Hurley McKenna & Mertz Files Lawsuits on Behalf of Christian Brothers Sexual Abuse Victim

Last week, Hurley McKenna & Mertz filed lawsuits in the Circuit Court of Cook County on behalf of men who were sexually abuse as children at Brother Rice, Leo and St. Laurence high schools. Each of these high schools belonged...

Rank this Week: 2236

Foreign Collection Development…

Foreign Collection Development Blog (FCIL-SIS)

Discusses new titles and current issues in collection development for law librarians who collect foreign and international law at their institutions.

http://foreignlawcollections.blogspot.com/

Nov 28
Google Scholar Citations Open To All - Google Scholar Blog

Google Scholar Citations Open To All - Google Scholar Blog

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May 5
The Role of Information Specialists in the Aftermath of Military Conflict

The Role of Information Specialists in the Aftermath of Military Conflict

This week, the New York Times reported the death of Ernesto Sábato, renowned novelist and head of the commission that investigated the crimes committed by Argentina's military dictatorship during the "Dirty War" from 1976 to 1983. Ernesto…
Sep 22
Autumn...and International Law...in New York (City) with apologies to Vernon Duke and Jo Stafford

Autumn...and International Law...in New York (City) with apologies to Vernon Duke and Jo Stafford

Weather-wise, October is a great time to visit New York City, and you beat the crowded November and December holiday season.If your plans are bringing you here October 21-23 this year, anchor your vacation with a little continuing…

Rank this Week: 2322

Indiana Injury and Family Lawyer…

Indiana Injury and Family Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury, drug recalls, product hazards and family law. By Padove Law.

http://www.indianainjuryandfamilylawyerblog.com/

Nov 22
Indiana Shopping Safety this Holiday Season

Indiana Shopping Safety this Holiday Season

Black Friday is a day when retailers try to encourage shoppers to engage in a spending and shopping frenzy. Unfortunately, sometimes shoppers get out of control. In recent years, shoppers have sprayed each other with pepper spray, fired…
Nov 19
Understanding the Risks of Thanksgiving Holiday Travel

Understanding the Risks of Thanksgiving Holiday Travel

During the Thanksgiving weekend, many people travel to visit family members. In fact, according to AAA, an estimated 43.6 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving period.
Nov 15
Regaining Indiana Child Custody After Drug Conviction

Regaining Indiana Child Custody After Drug Conviction

In an eastern Indiana community, outside of Fort Wayne, law enforcement officials have made a series of arrests for possession, manufacturing, sale and distribution of methamphetamine.

Rank this Week: 2332

Illinois Personal Injury Lawyer…

Illinois Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury news, including auto accidents, medical malpractice and dog bites. By Donald W. Fohrman & Associates, Ltd.

http://www.illinoispersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

Jun 28
Rockford police make more DUI arrests than any other city outside of Chicago

Rockford police make more DUI arrests than any other city outside of Chicago

According to the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM), Rockford Illinois has arrested more drivers for DUI than any other city outside of Chicago. In their annual survery, AAIM reported that Rockford arrested 686 drivers in 2011,…
Mar 12
The Worst Place to Be If you're Sick

The Worst Place to Be If you're Sick

The medical care in the US is the best in the world. But it also experiences its fair share of medical mistakes. Mistakes that cause injury and in some situations, lives. It is believed that as many as 100,000 people die in hospitals from…
Dec 27
Princeton Illinois: Banning cell phones while driving

Princeton Illinois: Banning cell phones while driving

Some area law enforcement officers are skeptical in their reaction to a proposal to ban all cell phones in vehicles. Last week, the National Transportation Safety Board, a federal safety board, called for the first-ever nationwide ban on…

Rank this Week: 2361

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…

Rank this Week: 2395

The Shriver Brief

Covers economic security and opportunity, health care justice, housing justice and legal aid. By the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law.

http://www.theshriverbrief.org

Jun 18
The Unfinished Business of Fair Housing

The Unfinished Business of Fair Housing

Forty-five years after the passage of the federal Fair Housing Act in 1968, a study by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has found that illegal discrimination against blacks, Hispanics, and Asians still pervades…
Jun 14
Clinton Global Initiative Announces Woodstock Institute CGI Commitment to Action

Clinton Global Initiative Announces Woodstock Institute CGI Commitment to Action

Today at its annual Clinton Global Initiative America (CGI America) meeting, Woodstock Institute announced its “Commitment to Action,” which will further its work to strengthen retirement security. CGI is an initiative of…
Jun 11
Don't Let it Get Worse: Wealth Inequality

Don't Let it Get Worse: Wealth Inequality

A new report by the Pew Research Center illustrates the worsening wealth inequality in the U.S. According to the report, during the first two years of the nation’s recovery (2009-2011) the net worth of the top 7% of households rose 28%,…

Rank this Week: 2427

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…

Rank this Week: 2461

Illinois Estate Planning &…

Illinois Estate Planning & Elder Law Blog

Covers Illinois estate planning, real estate and trusts. By Wilson & Wilson.

http://www.illinoisestateplanningandelderlawblog.com/

Jun 14
Illinois Estate Planning and Trust Funding

Illinois Estate Planning and Trust Funding

In her article, Practical Tips and Tricks on What You Should Do With Your Estate Plan, Julie Garber advises completely funding your revocable living trust so that all of your assets can be managed by the trustee. Ms. Garber states, " Many…
Jun 8
Steps for Illinois Heir

Steps for Illinois Heir

The first three steps which should be taken after the death of a loved one are to make the funeral arrangements, secure the house and find the important papers. In her article in The Wall Street Journal titled "Steps for Heirs to Take After…
Jun 1
Asset Protection for Illinois Homestead and Life Insurance

Asset Protection for Illinois Homestead and Life Insurance

Two Illinois laws provide protection from creditors for homes and for life insurance policies. The protection provided to homes, whether it is a house, a condominium or other form of residence, is $15,000 per individual. The protection…

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Illinois DUI Lawyer Blawg

Covers Illinois DUI laws and news. By Harvatin Law Offices.

http://www.illinoisduilawyerblawg.com/

Jun 14
Illinois bill would expand felony DUI provision

Illinois bill would expand felony DUI provision

Illinois law prohibits Driving Under the Influence (DUI). 625 ILCS 5/11-501 In terms of alcohol, this prohibition takes two forms. The first form of Illinois DUI law makes it illegal to drive under the influence. In these types of case,…
Jun 7
Federal safety board proposes lowering DUI BAC

Federal safety board proposes lowering DUI BAC

The offense of Driving Under the Influence is also known as DUI. Illinois DUI law provides that driving under the influence of alcohol is a crime. 625 ILCS 5/11-501(a)(2) In this type of DUI charge, the prosecutor will attempt to prove…
May 31
Illinois Secretary of State adopts rules requiring integration of cameras in Interlock device

Illinois Secretary of State adopts rules requiring integration of cameras in Interlock device

Under Illinois DUI driver's licensing law, there are two types of situations in which the installation of an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) may come into play. Both scenarios involve the same device, namely, a machine that is wired into the…

Rank this Week: 2496

Romanucci and Blandin Blog

Covers personal injury news.

http://rblaw.net/blog/

Nov 20
Lying About Concussions Just Plain Wrong

Lying About Concussions Just Plain Wrong

When Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher said recently he would lie to coaches about suffering a concussion to stay in a game, he not only admitted his willingness to risk his health but sent a dangerous message to youngsters who play the…
Nov 19
Concussions Need Time to Heal

Concussions Need Time to Heal

Chicago Bears fans are all too aware of the concussion suffered by Bears quarterback Jay Cutler, with a lot of online and offline conversations about whether he’d be back in the game for this Monday night.
Nov 16
New Study by Defense Department Reveals no Clear Way to Treat Victims of Traumatic Brain Injury

New Study by Defense Department Reveals no Clear Way to Treat Victims of Traumatic Brain Injury

With all the advances in medicine and treatment, one would hope that great strides have been made for treating traumatic brain injury (TBI). We were disappointed with the results of a recent study showing the techniques to restore…

Rank this Week: 2495

Chicago Medical Malpractice…

Chicago Medical Malpractice Lawyers Blog

Covers birth injuries, nursing home abuse, and wrongful death. By Goldberg & Goldberg.

http://www.chicagomedicalmalpracticelawyersblog.com/

Feb 6
Goldberg & Goldberg Files Wrongful Death Case On Behalf Of 91 Year Old With Alzheimer's Disease Who Froze To Death Outside Retirement Home

Goldberg & Goldberg Files Wrongful Death Case On Behalf Of 91 Year Old With Alzheimer's Disease Who Froze To Death Outside Retirement Home

On February 6, 2013, the Chicago law firm of Goldberg & Goldberg filed a wrongful death case on behalf of the Estate of Genevieve Klimczak who died on February 12, 2012. Ms. Klimczak was a resident of McHenry Villa, a...
May 1
Neurological Injuries Related To Humira Use

Neurological Injuries Related To Humira Use

Abbott Laboratories best selling drug, Humira, has been linked to a host of serious side effects, including severe neurological injuries. Abbott's is on track to sell $15 billion worth of the drug per year by 2015. Abbott already expects to…
Apr 26
Humira Litigation Heats Up In Cook County, Illinoi

Humira Litigation Heats Up In Cook County, Illinoi

Goldberg & Goldberg has filed one of the first products liability cases in the country against Abbott Laboratories concerning the drug Humira. Humira is expected to be the world's biggest selling medication, with estimated 2012 sales of $8.7…

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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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Child Injury Laws Blog

Covers child injury and child safety issues. By Jonathan Rosenfeld.

http://www.childinjurylaws.com/

May 18
What Needs To Be Proved In Order To Win A Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit?

What Needs To Be Proved In Order To Win A Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit?

This post originally appeared on Child Injury Laws BlogWhat is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral palsy is a disorder that usually occurs during pregnancy or during childbirth. Lack of oxygen to the brain causes brain damage to areas of the brain that…
Apr 18
Do Not Under Estimate the Damage Caused by Dog Attacks To Children

Do Not Under Estimate the Damage Caused by Dog Attacks To Children

This post originally appeared on Child Injury Laws BlogDogs have been long labelled as a man’s best friend. Children love playing with their pet dogs, and are constantly left with dogs unsupervised. This has become quite a hazardous…
Mar 19
Pediartic Brain Injuries Related To Car Accidents – What Statistics Tell Us?

Pediartic Brain Injuries Related To Car Accidents – What Statistics Tell Us?

This post originally appeared on Child Injury Laws BlogThe injuries inflicted on a child during a car accident can have lifelong consequences. With head trauma and brain injuries, sometimes these consequences will not be apparent until later…

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HR Law Guy

Covers employment relationships in business, sports, the armed forces, and other odd places.

http://hratty.blogspot.com/

May 22
An Important Loss for the NLRB in the D..C. Circuit

An Important Loss for the NLRB in the D..C. Circuit

From my partner, Jim Hendricks: On May 7, 2013, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia rejected an NLRB rule published on August 30, 2011 which provided that “. . . all employers subject to the NLRA (nearly 6…
Mar 26
Tracking the Wild Employee

Tracking the Wild Employee

The advent of cheap and relatively unobtrusive RFID technology, along with data crunching capacity on a large scale, is offering employers lots of new ways to monitor and improve productivity in the workplace. This article discusses a fairly…
Mar 26
Is It Your Job To Evaluate Compliance with Corporate EEO Policies? Then You Might Not Be Able to File a Retaliation Claim

Is It Your Job To Evaluate Compliance with Corporate EEO Policies? Then You Might Not Be Able to File a Retaliation Claim

Looking through recent Supreme Court denials of certiorari (I have no life), I came across this case, which relates to an uncommon, but important aspect of employment retaliation law. The so-called “manager’s rule”…

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The Construction Contract Review

Covers Illinois construction law, contracts and litigation. By William J. Broderk.

http://www.theconstructioncontractreview.com/

Dec 30
16 Green Building Innovations of 2010 | Jetson Green

16 Green Building Innovations of 2010 | Jetson Green

16 Green Building Innovations of 2010 By Preston | Topics: Lists, Technology |
Nov 30
Making the Case for 'Clean Construction'

Making the Case for 'Clean Construction'

In the same way that LEED has transformed architectural design to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, clean construction is emerging as the next big thing to revolutionize the building industry. via…
Oct 7
Filing Mistake Invalidates $12.4 Million Mechanics Lien

Filing Mistake Invalidates $12.4 Million Mechanics Lien

Mechanic lien laws are highly technical, and they frequently change in unpredictable ways (see recent controversial example from Washington). We’ve expressed the sentiment a hundred times on this mechanics lien blog – it’s very easy…

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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 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 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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Family Law Topics

Covers family and divorce law. By Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP.

http://familylawtopics.com/

Nov 28
A Joint Parenting Agreement is a Contract

A Joint Parenting Agreement is a Contract

When parties are negotiating terms of a Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) or a Joint Parenting Agreement (JPA) at the eleventh hour, they might be inclined to make concessions for the sake of “getting it over with.” Perhaps the parties…
Nov 22
Infidelities of the Rich and Famou

Infidelities of the Rich and Famou

There is nothing shocking or new when we hear or read about actors, actresses or others in the entertainment world “sleeping around”. Affairs, multiple marriages, and divorces seem to be the norm. Society does not seem to fault them…
Nov 12
Holidays and Divorce - Tips for Enjoying the True Spirit of the Holiday

Holidays and Divorce - Tips for Enjoying the True Spirit of the Holiday

The holidays evoke universal feelings of peace, joy and hope. Yet, for some individuals going through the difficult process of a divorce, the mere mention of the holiday season causes anxiety. While it may seem impossible to enjoy…

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Illinois Workers' Compensation…

Illinois Workers' Compensation Attorneys Blog

Covers Illinois work injury issues, including insurance, FMLA and independent medical examinations. By Dworkin & Maciariello.

http://www.illinoisworkerscompensationattorneys.com/

Apr 4
Illinois Workers' Compensation and FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)

Illinois Workers' Compensation and FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)

When an employee is injured at work in Illinois there are a lot of fears that instantly arise: How will I earn an income? Who will pay my medical bills? What if I never return to 100%? Will I still have a job when I am done treating? …
Feb 23
Diskectomies and Spinal Fusions As Treatment of Illinois Work Injurie

Diskectomies and Spinal Fusions As Treatment of Illinois Work Injurie

Workers' Compensation benefits are often available for injured workers in Illinois who require surgery for back pain and back injuries resulting from work accidents. Conservative or non-invasive treatment is normally tried first in an effort…
Jan 27
Conservative Treatment and Surgery for Illinois Work Injurie

Conservative Treatment and Surgery for Illinois Work Injurie

When a job related injury causes back pain or leg pain it can be difficult to know whether surgery is necessary or if a more conservative method of treatment will be the best option. Many of our clients, from all over the Chicagoland area,…

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Illinois Deserves the Truth

Covers Illinois' civil justice system.

http://illinoisdeservesthetruth.typepad.com/home/

Nov 19
Edwardsville Ed Board Comes Out Swinging

Edwardsville Ed Board Comes Out Swinging

The Edwardsville Intelligencer wrote a commendable editorial on the med mal cap issue yesterday. They’re right when they say egregious malpractice cases are more complicated than they appear.
Nov 19
Illinois News Roundup

Illinois News Roundup

IL Attorney General Lisa Madigan is suing seven companies responsible for mortgage scams targeted at struggling homeowners. ... After a derailment killed two and injured 80 others, Metra agreed to pay the families of the deceased $11 million.…
Nov 17
Major Victory for Rights of Developmentally Disabled in IL

Major Victory for Rights of Developmentally Disabled in IL

You have to love the power of class actions. Last week, the IL developmentally disabled community hailed a settled federal class action as a huge step forward.

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Richards Patent Law

Covers US patent law. By Patrick Richards.

http://www.richardspatentlaw.com

Nov 3
Richards Patent Law Co-Hosts Free Patent and Intellectual Property Roundtable Discussion through the Illinois Technology Association

Richards Patent Law Co-Hosts Free Patent and Intellectual Property Roundtable Discussion through the Illinois Technology Association

Patrick Richards of Richards Patent Law P.C. and Catherine McGivney of Connelly Roberts & McGivney LLC are hosting a Legal Advice Roundtable event through the Illinois Technology Association entitled “Legal Roundtable: Intellectual…
Sep 28
The USPTO Publishes Updated Guidelines for Determining Obviousne

The USPTO Publishes Updated Guidelines for Determining Obviousne

This month the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) released updated guidelines for determining obviousness in patent examination – Examination Guidelines Update: Developments in the Obviousness Inquiry After KSR v.Teleflex. …
Aug 9
CBS News Story: Patent Backlog Frustrates Inventor

CBS News Story: Patent Backlog Frustrates Inventor

Yesterday CBS News published a story about the patent backlog at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the impact on businesses and independent inventors. According to the article, USPTO Director David Kappos is aiming to…

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Chicago Small Business Lawyer Blog

Covers Business Law and Employment Law. Published By The Prinz Law Firm, P.C.

http://www.chicagosmallbusinesslawyerblog.com/

Jun 18
The 50th Anniversary of National Small Business Week

The 50th Anniversary of National Small Business Week

By: Amit Bindra It is that time of year again, National Small Business Week. Starting in 1963 with President John F. Kennedy, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week. …
Jun 13
It's that time of year...time for interns!

It's that time of year...time for interns!

By: Poonam K. Lakhani Thousands of young and eager college students will be hitting the pavement looking for some work experience. Hiring interns can be mutually beneficial. Many employers, however, misunderstand the rules regarding hiring…
Jun 5
Recruiting Talented Employees to a New Busine

Recruiting Talented Employees to a New Busine

By: Amit Bindra There can be a lot of challenges when starting a new business. The company has to create a business plan and find some start-up money. A company also has to attract new employees. Often, new business owners think it will…

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Chicago Trial Attorney Blog

Covers business, contracts, and nursing home negligence litigation. By Philip J. Berenz.

http://www.counseloroffices.net/

May 9
Chicago Trial Attorney: Personal Injury & Business Litigation: Injury Cases and Medical Bill

Chicago Trial Attorney: Personal Injury & Business Litigation: Injury Cases and Medical Bill

When injured due to a car accident, slip and fall, dog bite, nursing home abuse and neglect or from near any cause or issue, medical bills create significant issues from multiple respects. Some various and very "high-level" topics are as…
Apr 15
Chicago Trial Attorney: Personal Injury & Business Litigation: Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Law -- Patient Advocates Suffer Blow as General Assembly Shoots Down Insurance Requirement

Chicago Trial Attorney: Personal Injury & Business Litigation: Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Law -- Patient Advocates Suffer Blow as General Assembly Shoots Down Insurance Requirement

As many of our discussions have tackled, issues of insurance are very essential to protecting the rights of injury victims, and while insurance companies seldom willingly pay all of what they should, Illinois' mandatory insurance laws at…
Apr 12
Chicago Trial Attorney: Personal Injury & Business Litigation: Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Law -- Illinois Nursing Home Advocates Renew Demands for Medicaid Reimbursement Reform

Chicago Trial Attorney: Personal Injury & Business Litigation: Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Law -- Illinois Nursing Home Advocates Renew Demands for Medicaid Reimbursement Reform

The US Supreme Court announced its long-anticipated verdict on healthcare reform and nursing home advocates are using the spotlight as a chance to renew their demands upon Illinois lawmakers to reform the state's Medicaid reimbursement…

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Illinois Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer…

Illinois Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Focuses on Illinois nursing home abuse and neglect. By Abels & Annes, P.C.

http://www.illinoisnursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/

Jun 17
Nursing Home Fined After 4 Die from Pneumonia

Nursing Home Fined After 4 Die from Pneumonia

An outbreak of a respiratory illness that led to pneumonia occurred in a Connecticut nursing home and claimed four lives before it was controlled. Now that nursing home has been fined $2,000 in connection with the handling of the outbreak…
Jun 13
Transmitter Bracelets May Help Illinois Police Find Missing Nursing Home Residents in the Future

Transmitter Bracelets May Help Illinois Police Find Missing Nursing Home Residents in the Future

The Virginia Beach Police Department has announced that a local assisted-living facility will be the first in the area to use new technology in an effort to keep track of residents who may be at risk for going missing. Kings Grant House has…
Jun 10
Former Nursing Home Director Arrested for Falsifying Documents regarding Missing Resident

Former Nursing Home Director Arrested for Falsifying Documents regarding Missing Resident

A former director of a nursing home in New York has been arrested and charged with falsifying documents related to a missing resident, according to the New York attorney general's office. The criminal complaint alleges that a 74-year-old man…

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McLean County Divorce

Covers Illinois family law. By Jon D. McLaughlin.

http://mcleancountydivorce.blogspot.com/

May 31
An interesting Father's Rights case for Bloomington Fathers (4th District)

An interesting Father's Rights case for Bloomington Fathers (4th District)

In re the Parentage of J.W.Illinois Supreme CourtCivil CourtCitationCase Number: 2013 IL 114817Decision Date: May 23, 2013 District: 4th Dist.Division/County: Vermilion Co.Justice: THEISHolding: Circuit…
May 24
Child Support Case that May Affect Your Bloomington Illinois Case

Child Support Case that May Affect Your Bloomington Illinois Case

In re Marriage of Mayfield Illinois Supreme Court Civil CourtCitation Case Number: 2013 IL 114655 Decision Date: May 23, 2013District: 4th Dist. Division/County: Woodford Co. …
May 22
Case Law Update: Cases that may affect your Bloomington Illinois Divorce or Child Custody Case

Case Law Update: Cases that may affect your Bloomington Illinois Divorce or Child Custody Case

Contribution to Attorneys' Fees Pursuant to 503(j) Upheld. In In re Marriage of Sobieski, 2013 IL App (2d) 111146, 984 N.E.2d 163, 368 Ill.Dec. 438, the appellate court affirmed the trial court's decision to order the husband to…

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East Central Illinois Criminal Law…

East Central Illinois Criminal Law & DUI Weblog

Covers criminal law and drunk driving. By Jeremy J. Richey.

http://ecilcrime.com

Aug 27
Douglas County Courthouse

Douglas County Courthouse

Address The address of the Douglas County Courthouse is 401 South Center Street, Tuscola, IL 61953. Visitors must pass through security when entering the courthouse. Courtroom “1? is located on the third floor of the courthouse. There…
Jul 28
Mailing Address Change

Mailing Address Change

The Charleston Post Office is moving all post office boxes to the new post office location in town. Due to the move, they are downsizing the number of available post office boxes. The post office is eliminating my current post office box…
Jul 17
Confidentiality of Consultation

Confidentiality of Consultation

During initial (usually free for most cases) consultations, some potential clients will ask if consultations are confidential. The short answer is “yes.” Even though these people have not become clients yet, their statements are not…

Rank this Week: 3079

Chicago Motorcycle Accident Lawyer…

Chicago Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers motorcycle accidents and rider safety. By Elman Law Group LLC.

http://www.chicagomotorcycleaccidentlawyerblog.com/

Jun 14
Woman Dies After Motorcycle Accident In Springfield, Illinoi

Woman Dies After Motorcycle Accident In Springfield, Illinoi

A woman has died from her injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident Saturday evening (June 8) in Springfield, Illinois. The woman, Sue Fickas, 48, of Springfield, died at St. John’s Hospital on Wednesday afternoon. Fickas was the…
Jun 13
Rider Dies Following Motorcycling Accident In Morton Grove, Illinoi

Rider Dies Following Motorcycling Accident In Morton Grove, Illinoi

There was a motorcycle accident in Morton Grove, Illinois early in the morning Wednesday (June 12) in which the motorcyclist later died from his injuries. The accident happened around 4:00 a.m. as the motorcyclist was driving east on Golf…
Jun 7
Dangers Presented By Motorists Running Red Light

Dangers Presented By Motorists Running Red Light

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) published an April 2013 Q&A concerning red light cameras and related traffic safety issues, such as the frequency of drivers “running” through red lights. Here are…

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Illinois Bicycle Law

Covers Illinois cycling laws and news. By Michael Keating.

http://www.illinoisbicyclelaw.com/

Jun 18
Claim Settled for Road Bicyclist Originally "Lowballed" by Insurance Company

Claim Settled for Road Bicyclist Originally "Lowballed" by Insurance Company

The Chicago Bike Flag from the IL Bicycle LawyersAs in any field where there are negotiations, trial attorneys use the term "low ball" offer to describe offers to settle legitimate claims for relatively small amounts. Over the years, this…
Jun 17
Lawsuit Settled for Oswego Bicyclist Hit By Mother Distracted By Misbehaving Child

Lawsuit Settled for Oswego Bicyclist Hit By Mother Distracted By Misbehaving Child

Keating Law Offices has successfully obtained a $20,000.00 settlement for an Oswego bicyclist injured in a bicycle vs. motor vehicle collision. The bicyclist was riding southwest bound on East Washington Street through its intersection with…
Jun 12
Bike Trails = Business = $$$$. Advocacy Group Aims to "Make Trails Count" In Illinoi

Bike Trails = Business = $$$$. Advocacy Group Aims to "Make Trails Count" In Illinoi

The authors of a recent study entitled "Making Trails Count in Illinois" suggest that Illinois is failing to adequately develop and promote its bike trails and these failures are hurting local businesses. The 2012 study was spearheaded by …

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