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Environmental Law Blog

Environmental Law Blog

By Thorn & Associates.

http://www.thornenvironmentallaw.com/blog/
  • Sep 7

    Ethanol gas standard in jeopardy?

    Ethanol gas standard in jeopardy?
    This summer’s drought has caused livestock feed prices to soar and livestock producers are feeling the heat on their bottom lines as well.  In order to lower feed prices, producers are asking the U.S. EPA to waive the Renewable Fuels…
  • Sep 5

    So you think you know what is biomass?

    So you think you know what is biomass?
    At its most basic level biomass is usually considered organic material that may be burned to generate heat/electricity or converted to a liquid or solid fuel.  Biomass may be plant material: crops grown specifically to be a fuel (e.g.,…
  • Sep 5

    Section 1603 Cash Grant Application Tip

    Section 1603 Cash Grant Application Tip
    Section 1603 of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provides a cash grant in lieu of ITC or PTC for renewable energy projects put into service on 2009, 2010 and 2011 or which commenced construction in 2009, 2010, or 2011.  The…
Rank this Week: 5138

Chicago Business bLAWg

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
Rank this Week: 4979

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: 4425

Illinois Workers Compensation

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: 2128

Illinois Workers' Compensation…

Illinois Workers' Compensation Blog

Covers the theory, concepts, events and changes in the Illinois workers’ compensation system. By Hanagan & McGovern.

http://www.hmcomplaw.com/blog/
  • Aug 26

    Injured Workers – Be Careful What You Sign

    Injured Workers – Be Careful What You Sign
    The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act provides employers with the right to obtain an injured worker’s medical records in order to assess the injury, the need for treatment, and determine the worker’s right to payment of workers…
  • May 16

    Why is my neighbor going fishing when he is off on workers’ compensation?

    Why is my neighbor going fishing when he is off on workers’ compensation?
    Nothing seems to irritate people more than to see someone drawing workers’ compensation benefits and still getting some enjoyment out of life.  We consistently hear about employers and insurance carriers having videotape evidence that a…
  • May 6

    Menard Work Comp Claims – Jumping Down the Rabbit Hole

    Menard Work Comp Claims – Jumping Down the Rabbit Hole
    Like most people interested in the Illinois workers compensation system, we have been reading the Belleville News-Democrat’s unfolding coverage about the Illinois Department of Corrections debacle at the Menard Correctional Center.  It…
Rank this Week: 3760

Divorce & Family Law Blog

Divorce & Family Law Blog

Offers advice for people dealing with divorce, legal separation and child custody issues. By Patrick Markey, P.C.

http://www.markeylaw.com/blog/
  • Aug 24

    Major changes may be coming to Illinois Family Law

    Major changes may be coming to Illinois Family Law
    In 2008 a committee was established pursuant to a House resolution back by Speaker Michael Madigan rewrite the entire divorce act taking into account all teh changes that have happened since it was enacted in 1977.   Here are a few of the…
  • Mar 24

    Working well with your lawyer and being a good client

    Working well with your lawyer and being a good client
  • Nov 22

    You can now search for unclaimed child support in Cook County

    You can now search for unclaimed child support in Cook County
    The Cook County Clerk’s office is holding 6 million dollars in unclaimed child support.  It appears fairly easy to find out of you have any unclaimed child support.  Can’t hurt to just put your name in if you ever received child…
Rank this Week: 4630

Nenye Uche Blog

Nenye Uche Blog

Covers Illinois criminal and DUI laws.

http://criminaldefenseattorneyinchicago.com/blog/
  • Aug 5

    Building effective Cross Examination question

    Building effective Cross Examination question
     ”Counsel, cross” Opposing counsel has just finished examining his witness.  The jurors swing their attentive heads towards you.  From the high table, the judge leans towards you with a piercing glare while announcing in a voice loaded…
Rank this Week: 4057

Chicago Injury Attorneys Blog

Chicago Injury Attorneys Blog

Covers Illinois auto accident, trucking accident, property damage and premises liability news. By Pavich Law Group.

http://www.chicagoinjuryattorneysblog.com/
  • Aug 2

    Breaking news -- St. Louis bound Megabus crashes into I-55 overpa

    Breaking news -- St. Louis bound Megabus crashes into I-55 overpa
    The Chicago Tribune is reporting that a Megabus, on its way from Chicago to St. Louis, has crashed into an overpass on I-55. The double-decker bus apparently had a flat tire and the driver lost control, causing the bus to slam into the…
  • Aug 2

    Jury awards record verdict in Colorado medical malpractice case

    Jury awards record verdict in Colorado medical malpractice case
    On July 9, 2012, a Colorado Springs jury returned a $15 million verdict against Memorial Health System and in favor of a 36 year old male plaintiff who became paralyzed from the chest down just hours after being discharged from the Memorial…
  • Jun 18

    Pavich Law Group Supreme Court amicus briefs in Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Shell Petroleum

    Pavich Law Group Supreme Court amicus briefs in Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Shell Petroleum
    Briefs submitted June 12, 2012: Supplemental brief of amici curae by Genocide Victims of Krajina Supplemental brief of amici curae by Victims of the Hungarian Holocaust
Rank this Week: 3597

Chicago Injury Lawyer Blog

Chicago Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury, Train Accidents, wrongful death, news, updates and commentary. By Nemeroff Law Offices, Ltd.

http://www.chicagoinjuryattorney.pro/
Rank this Week: 4458

Illinois Workers Compensation…

Illinois Workers Compensation Lawyer Blog

Covers workers compensation and wrongful termination. By Donald W. Fohrman & Associates.

http://www.illinoisworkerscompensationlawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 30

    Work related rotator cuff tear

    Work related rotator cuff tear
    With the cut back in the labor force more and more workers are being forced to pick up the slack. This oftens times leads to injuries caused by over-use. One of the common injuries associated with over-use is the tear of the shoulder's…
  • Jun 22

    Illinois Labor Update

    Illinois Labor Update
    A jury recently found that having a anti-sexual harassment policy just isn't enough to guard against lawsuits. The EEOC suide the owner of a franchise restaurant on behalf of 2 young women who were sexually harassed by an older manager. …
  • Apr 18

    Illinois courts awards a portion of MSA funding to ex-wife

    Illinois courts awards a portion of MSA funding to ex-wife
    The Illinois Appellate Court ruled that the funds in a Medicare set-aside (MSA) are part of a workers' compensation settlement thereby allowing an ex-wife to a portion of the MSA. The claimant was injured in a work accident in 2008. He…
Rank this Week: 2035

Illinois Accident Injury Lawyer…

Illinois Accident Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury claims. By Injury Victim Advocates, LLC.

http://www.illinoisaccidentinjurylawyer.com/
  • Jun 29

    Can I Sue My Landlord Because It Is Too Hot?

    Can I Sue My Landlord Because It Is Too Hot?
    At this time of year we often receive calls from individuals wondering whether they can sue their landlords because their apartments are too hot.  Anyone that has been in Chicago the last few days is well aware that it has been brutally hot…
  • Jun 27

    I Filed A Lawsuit - Can The Insurance Company Hire An Investigator To Follow Me?

    I Filed A Lawsuit - Can The Insurance Company Hire An Investigator To Follow Me?
    A common question asked by many individuals who have filed a lawsuit after suffering an injury is whether the insurance company has the legal right to hire an investigator to film them going about their daily lives.  The short answer is -…
  • Jun 25

    How Do I Choose The Right Lawyer For My Case?

    How Do I Choose The Right Lawyer For My Case?
    Choosing the right injury lawyer to handle your case can be the difference between getting the money you deserve or getting stuck with bills which should be paid by someone else. When you begin the process of choosing your Illinois lawyer,…
Rank this Week: 4380

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: 2721

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,…
Rank this Week: 3886

Chicago Car Accident Attorney Blog

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…
Rank this Week: 4814

Chicago Family Lawyer Blog

Chicago Family Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.chicagofamilylawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3894

Illinois Bankruptcy Lawyers Blog

Illinois Bankruptcy Lawyers Blog

Covers bankruptcy and debt relief. By Sulaiman Law Group, Ltd.

http://bankruptcyblog.bankruptcylawyersolutions.com/
Rank this Week: 5157

Can The Police Do That?

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.
Rank this Week: 5258

Illinois Abogado de Bancarrota…

Illinois Abogado de Bancarrota Blog

Provides bankruptcy information in Spanish. By Sulaiman Law Group, Ltd.

http://espanolblog.bankruptcylawyersolutions.com/
Rank this Week: 2700

Chicago Foreclosure Lawyer Blog

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…
Rank this Week: 2373

Missouri and Illinois Injury…

Missouri and Illinois Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers car and truck accident news. By Terry Law Firm, L.L.C.

http://www.missouriillinoisinjurylawyerblog.com/
  • Jan 4

    Wildwood, Missouri Woman Killed In Four Car Crash On Interstate 64

    Wildwood, Missouri Woman Killed In Four Car Crash On Interstate 64
    A horrible accident this afternoon has taken the life of a 48-year-old woman from the St. Louis suburb of Wildwood. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occured around 3:50 pm and appears to have started when a car…
  • Dec 29

    Crossover Accident Kills 21-Year-Old Missouri Woman

    Crossover Accident Kills 21-Year-Old Missouri Woman
    Just two days after Christmas, the life of 21-year-old Chelsey Burgess ended in a preventable accident on Cedar Road near Carthage, Missouri. Ms. Burgess was driving a 1993 Ford Taurus when she was involved in a head-on collision that…
  • Dec 18

    17-Year-Old Driver Critically Injures Two In Accident

    17-Year-Old Driver Critically Injures Two In Accident
    A two car accident near Paloma, Illinois has left two people critically injured. Brian Shimp of Frankford, Missouri was driving west on U.S. Highway 24 when he was struck by a vehicle driven by 17-year-old Luke Genenbacher. Police have…
Rank this Week: 4542

bLAWg

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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Rank this Week: 2756

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/
Rank this Week: 2322

Kevin Dixler, Updates on…

Kevin Dixler, Updates on Immigration and Visa Law

Covers the political and practical experiences of an immigration and naturalization law attorney.

http://immlog.wordpress.com
  • Nov 23

    American Jeopardy: The Pious Who Remain Unrighteous – Who was Joseph or Moses for $10

    American Jeopardy: The Pious Who Remain Unrighteous – Who was Joseph or Moses for $10
    I was never entirely pleased with most Democrats or Republicans. There is always a certain amount of negotiating and pandering in politics.  Incumbents enjoy power. Those of us who choose to avoid the challenge for personal reasons must…
  • Nov 7

    As Georgia Peaches Rot and Peanuts Perish . . .Urban America Rises.

    As Georgia Peaches Rot and Peanuts Perish . . .Urban America Rises.
    I’ve seen a few comments pop up. My hope is to educate, not pontificate.  Even Newt Gingrich has (had?) a rather moderate view on immigration challenges in the U.S.  Those who drive the anti-immigration agenda don’t have the Republican…
  • Oct 1

    Pick Your Poison, Deficit Cutters: Why Congress’ and Alabama’s Anti-Immigrant Laws Fail!

    Pick Your Poison, Deficit Cutters: Why Congress’ and Alabama’s Anti-Immigrant Laws Fail!
    Some may applaud what Alabama has done. Such efforts have yet to discourage undocumented or visa overstays, who want to lawfully immigrate.  The laws contradict U. S. Supreme Court decisions, but this did not stop Alabama or the U. S.…
Rank this Week: 4180

Family Law Chicago

Family Law Chicago

Covers Illinois divorce and family law. By George Pecherek.

http://familylawchicago.blogspot.com/
  • Nov 10

    Judge Orders Divorcing Couple To Swap Facebook And Dating Site Password

    Judge Orders Divorcing Couple To Swap Facebook And Dating Site Password
    http://www.forbes.com/sites/kashmirhill/2011/11/07/judge-orders-divorcing-couple-to-swap-facebook-and-dating-site-passwords/
  • Oct 20

    New Real Estate Transfer Law

    New Real Estate Transfer Law
    There is a new law which allows you to transfer residential real estate upon death without probate.  It’s called the Illinois Residential Real Property Transfer on Death Instrument Act (“Act”).  The instrument is called a Transfer on…
  • Jul 19

    Free Consultation

    Free Consultation
    Come in now for a free consultation.George Pecherek & Associates, P.C.
Rank this Week: 4514

Illinois Trucking Accident…

Illinois Trucking Accident Attorney Blog

Covers truck accidents and distracted driving. By Nemeroff Law Offices.

http://www.illinoistruckingaccidentattorneyblog.com/
  • Oct 9

    Illinois truck driver injured in Commercial Truck Accident in Missouri

    Illinois truck driver injured in Commercial Truck Accident in Missouri
    As an Illinois trucking accident attorney it never amazes me when the news headlines read: Truck Crash happened today. While driving the many interstate highways of Illinois, I frequently see a large number of big rigs or commercial 18…
  • Oct 7

    Serious, Multiple-Vehicle Crashes Tie up I-55 Traffic near Joliet

    Serious, Multiple-Vehicle Crashes Tie up I-55 Traffic near Joliet
    The odds of having an car accident and suffering an injury on our roadways due to speeding by another driver are very hi
  • Oct 4

    Chicago teacher critically injured in truck crash

    Chicago teacher critically injured in truck crash
    As a Chicago truck accident lawyer, I know that the injuries from a truck accident can be catastrophic. Just yesterday I came across a story about an Illinois teacher who was critically injured in a truck crash.
Rank this Week: 4584

Alvin Foreman Blog

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…
Rank this Week: 5237

Illinois Injury Attorney Blog

Illinois Injury Attorney Blog

Covers auto, DUI, and truck accidents. By Crossen Kooi, LLP.

http://www.illinoisinjuryattorneyblog.com/
  • Sep 8

    ILLINOIS FAMILY AWARDED $29.1 MILLION IN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASE

    ILLINOIS FAMILY AWARDED $29.1 MILLION IN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CASE
    A Gurnee, Illinois family had its Medical Malpractice verdict upheld against the Erie Family Health Center. The Chicago Medical Malpractice Lawyers at Crossen Kooi recently learned the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit upheld the…
  • Aug 30

    ILLINOIS WOMAN DIES IN CAR ACCIDENT ON ILLINOIS ROUTE 159

    ILLINOIS WOMAN DIES IN CAR ACCIDENT ON ILLINOIS ROUTE 159
    A two Car Crash on Illinois Route 159 left one woman dead. The auto accident happened Tuesday afternoon. The Illinois Car Accident Lawyers learned the victim was identified as 60 year old Karen Mavers from Waterloo. Illinois investigators…
  • Aug 10

    ILLINOIS DOCTORS' MEDICAL MALPRACTICE HISTORY TO SOON BE ONLINE

    ILLINOIS DOCTORS' MEDICAL MALPRACTICE HISTORY TO SOON BE ONLINE
    Learning if your Illinois doctor has a history of Medical Malpractice will soon be much easier. Such information will soon be available online as part of the state's new "Patient Right to Know Act" which Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed…
Rank this Week: 1654

IP Registration and Enforcement…

IP Registration and Enforcement Blog

Covers trademark law. By Davidson and Davidson LLC.

http://davidsontm.wordpress.com
Rank this Week: 3812

Investment Fraud Lawyer Blog

Investment Fraud Lawyer Blog

Covers securities fraud and investor education topics. By Block & Landsman.

http://www.investmentfraudlawyer-blog.com/
Rank this Week: 2471

Chicago Personal Injury Attorneys…

Chicago Personal Injury Attorneys Blog

Covers Illinois medical malpractice and workers compensation. By Jerisat & Kostopoulos.

http://www.chicagopersonalinjuryattorneysblog.com/
  • Jul 15

    Illinois Cancer Diagnosis Malpractice by Medical Professional

    Illinois Cancer Diagnosis Malpractice by Medical Professional
    Medical malpractice in misdiagnosis of cancer is unfortunately common in Illinois and other states. Diagnosing cancer correctly at the earliest stages is crucial to having a good outcome. At its earliest stages, cancer can often be cured by…
  • Jun 14

    Personal Injury Lawyers file Yaz/Yasmin Birth Control Pill Suit

    Personal Injury Lawyers file Yaz/Yasmin Birth Control Pill Suit
    Illinois personal injury lawyers have filed product liability lawsuits involving the Yaz and Yasmin birth control pills. Yasmin is sold under the Ocella and Zarah brands. Yaz is sold under the Gianvi brand name. Bayer Corporation,…
  • Jun 12

    Patent Infringement Verdict of $290 Million, and Clear and Convincing Standard, Upheld by U.S. Supreme Court

    Patent Infringement Verdict of $290 Million, and Clear and Convincing Standard, Upheld by U.S. Supreme Court
    Contingency fee patent attorneys have won a victory for a small tech company . The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a $290 million patent infringement verdict against Microsoft which was appealed from Judge Leonard Davis. This is the largest patent…
Rank this Week: 4463

HTNLAW's Legal Blog

HTNLAW's Legal Blog

Dedicated to legal topics, primarily in the areas of family law, entertainment and art law, animal law, and maybe a touch on Chicago politics. By Heather Neaveill.

http://htnlaw.blogspot.com/
  • Jul 10

    Open for business full-time beginning August 1, 2011

    Open for business full-time beginning August 1, 2011
    The Law Office of Heather Neaveill will be open for business full-time beginning August 1, 2011.  Click here for more information regarding practice areas.
  • May 9

    Ke$ha files suit against Chicago-based Wimo Lab

    Ke$ha files suit against Chicago-based Wimo Lab
    Kesha Sebert, known as Ke$ha, recently filed a lawsuit against Chicago-based Wimo Labs.  Kesha alleges that the Wimo Labs-created watchstrap called "TikTok"is too close to the name of her hit song, "TikTok."  For information on the suit,…
  • Jan 21

    Grounds for Divorce in Illinoi

    Grounds for Divorce in Illinoi
    The holidays are over and a new year has begun.  Many reflect on their relationships.  Some believe now is the time to file for divorce.  But what are the reasons for wanting the divorce?  In legal terms, you have to specify the grounds…
Rank this Week: 4476

Cut Your Tax

Cut Your Tax

Provides tax tips and tax planning advice. By Hedeker & Perrelli, Ltd.

http://www.cutyourtax.com/news-and-blog/
  • May 30

    Facing a Tax Levy on a Single Member LLC

    Facing a Tax Levy on a Single Member LLC
    If you own a single member LLC and owe personal back taxes, there are certain ways the IRS can and cannot leverage your business assets to secure the money.
  • May 15

    Inherited IRAs Demystified

    Inherited IRAs Demystified
    Since IRAs have become a popular retirement tool, it was only a matter of time before inherited IRAs become a common place. When the owner of an IRA passes away, the named beneficiary inherits the account. Inherited IRAs have restrictions and…
  • May 1

    Using Roth IRA Income to Fund Retirement

    Using Roth IRA Income to Fund Retirement
    If you're in or near retirement, chances are you've already heard that you can use Roth IRA income as a key tool in funding your retirement. That’s because, while money going into a Roth IRA is taxed, all earnings are tax-free, as long as…
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Smarter Will Blog

Smarter Will Blog

Provides estate planning and probate news.

http://www.smarterwill.com
  • May 23

    Holographic Wills: Legal in Illinois?

    Holographic Wills: Legal in Illinois?
    Holographic wills (wills that are entirely handwritten) are not generally recognized as valid wills in the state of Illinois. Why? It's not because they're handwritten, but because holographic wills are usually not 'witnessed' properly (the…
  • May 9

    Organ Donation Process in Illinoi

    Organ Donation Process in Illinoi
    Did you know that Illinois has a fairly new organ donation process, and that even if you've registered before to be an organ donor, you may need to re-register under the new system? In 2006 (only 5 years ago), a new Illinois organ donation…
  • Apr 25

    Pulling the Plug: Illinois Law That Make it Possible

    Pulling the Plug: Illinois Law That Make it Possible
    Everyone has the right to live. But does everyone have the right to die? Dying on your own terms (or “pulling the plug”) is a privilege granted at the state level. But it requires advance planning. Every state has different rules on how…
Rank this Week: 3944

Chicago Workers Compensation…

Chicago Workers Compensation Lawyer Blog

Covers construction accidents, truck accidents and Illinois workers compensation. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagoworkerscompensationlawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 2529

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/
Rank this Week: 1990

Chicago Truck Accident Lawyer Blog

Chicago Truck Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers truck accidents and trucking regulations. By Law Offices of Steven J. Malman & Associates P.C.

http://www.chicagotruckaccidentlawyerblog.com/
  • Apr 27

    Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash

    Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash
    Lorraine McNeil, 69, and her daughter Kathleen Wilcox, 45, died last week in an Illinois semi-trailer crash on Interstate 80. The two women, who are both from Ottawa, were pronounced dead at the truck accident site. The accident took place at…
  • Apr 27

    Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash

    Mother and Daughter Killed in Illinois Semi-Truck Crash
    Lorraine McNeil, 69, and her daughter Kathleen Wilcox, 45, died last week in an Illinois semi-trailer crash on Interstate 80. The two women, who are both from Ottawa, were pronounced dead at the truck accident site. The accident took place at…
  • Apr 22

    Illinois Semi-Trailer Crash on Highway 34 Kills One Trucker

    Illinois Semi-Trailer Crash on Highway 34 Kills One Trucker
    Trucker Bradley Conkle is dead following an Illinois truck accident involving three semi-trucks on Highway 34. The multi-vehicle collision occurred at around 3am on Monday and the road had to be shut down for several hours so clean up crews…
Rank this Week: 2009

Online Liability Blog

Online Liability Blog

Covers laws and litigation that regulate, challenge and in some cases immunize services offered by Internet websites, online subscription services. By Michael Erdman.

http://onlineliabilityblog.com/
Rank this Week: 5153

Her-Law Firm

Her-Law Firm

Features an experienced attorney's adventures as a relatively new sole practitioner, including marketing successes and failures, client handling, website stuff and some frivolities. By Christine C. Karr.

http://her-law-firm.typepad.com/her-law-firm/
  • Feb 24

    On pro bono cases.............

    On pro bono cases.............
    In my former life, as an attorney who represented plaintiffs in medical negligence cases, I was a very busy associate.  I never lacked for files that needed attention, and rarely had the time, or inclination to take on pro bono cases.  I…
  • Feb 19

    On stepping out of your usual routine...

    On stepping out of your usual routine...
    It's slightly funny to think that I have a usual routine, being in month five of my new practice as a sole practitioner, but I do somewhat have a "usual."  I usually practice in the Circuit Court of Cook County, where the courthouse is…
  • Feb 17

    On building a niche law practice......

    On building a niche law practice......
    A niche law practice is a creature of the new economy affecting small and mid-size law firms.  In this new economy, I believe that you need to distinguish yourself - you need to offer specialized legal services to a specific niche of the…
Rank this Week: 1698

The Construction Contract Review

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…
Rank this Week: 3678

Richards Patent Law

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…
Rank this Week: 4326

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…
Rank this Week: 4771

Chicago Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

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…
Rank this Week: 4194

Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers…

Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers Illinois personal injury and wrongful death law and news. By Strellis & Field.

http://www.chicagopersonalinjurylawyersblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4243

Your Affordable Criminal Defense

Your Affordable Criminal Defense

Features updates on criminal law. By Kathryn Harry.

http://youraffordabledefense.blogspot.com/
  • Feb 9

    Congratulations are in

    Congratulations are in
    Congratulations are in order for two of our clients and Attorney Tina M. Gagliano. She successfully won two cases involving speeding in a construction zone citations last week.The first speeding in a work zone ticket was dismissed on our…
  • Feb 5

    Illinois Supreme Court

    Illinois Supreme Court
    Illinois Supreme Court Justice Burke delivered an opinion recently on the issue of whether a passenger in a car may be lawfully searched after being stopped initally for a seatbelt violation when the officer found a warrant for the…
  • Jan 30

    Illinois Traffic Law

    Illinois Traffic Law
    http://www.youraffordabledefense.com/PracticeAreas/Traffic-Violations.asp
Rank this Week: 4716

Illinois Deserves the Truth

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.
Rank this Week: 3289