A look at how the Northern District of Illinois courts are operating during COVID-19.
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By Glenn GaffneyHuman Rights, September 2020
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By Alan JedlickaEnergy, Utilities, Telecommunications, and Transportation, September 2020
The Treasury Department and IRS have recognized that COVID-19 is responsible for construction delays and disruptions in global supply chains that may impede renewable energy projects and jeopardize the financing for such projects by threatening the significant tax credits on which those projects may depend or for which they would otherwise qualify.
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Health Care Law,
September
2020
A summary of the May Government Accountability Office report looking at pre-COVID infection prevention in the nation’s nursing homes.
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By Genevieve NiemannYoung Lawyers Division, September 2020
A compilation of local businesses to support during COVID-19.
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By Ray J. Koenig III, Adam M. AnsariTrusts and Estates, September 2020
Over the course of the past several months, estate planners have been forced to quickly adapt to a variety of changes due to COVID-19.
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By Hon. Michael S. JordanLabor and Employment Law, September 2020
A look at how video meetings can provide a safer, more efficient, and less costly way to resolve conflicts.
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By Jen RubinLabor and Employment Law, September 2020
Although it may seem natural to want to implement a mandatory vaccination program as soon as a COVID-19 vaccine is widely available to ensure employee health and safety, employers considering doing so should proceed with caution.
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Illinois Bar Journal Illinois Law Update,
September
2020
Public Act 101-0642 amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to include emergency provisions for the 2020 General Election in November.
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Illinois Bar Journal Illinois Law Update,
September
2020
Public Act 101-0649 amends the Health Care Affordability Act. The Act adds to the powers and duties of the Illinois Health Information Exchange Office.
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By Richard HirschtrittIllinois Bar Journal Article, September 2020
Exploring the unique postdeath tax-planning opportunities for Illinois taxpayers who have died within six months prior to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Illinois Bar Journal Article,
September
2020
Testing the limits and technicalities of force majeure.
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Illinois Bar Journal Article,
September
2020
The technology for recording estate-planning document signings has been inexpensive and readily accessible for decades.
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By Patti Gregory-ChangLocal Government Law, August 2020
A look at how COVID-19 is worsening the issues blind Illinoisans encounter.
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By Rachael ToftFamily Law, August 2020
A look at how COVID-19 has affected parenting issues for separated parents.
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By Michael J. DrabantElder Law, August 2020
As a result of COVID-19, there have been additional strains put on the Medicaid application and appeal processes in Illinois, which presents unique challenges for attorneys practicing in this area.
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By Jodie DistlerElder Law, August 2020
A look at the risks involved in using video conferencing technology.
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By Matthew A. KirshElder Law, August 2020
A look at what we have learned about the practice of law during COVID-19.
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By Robert P. OsgoodGovernment Lawyers, August 2020
In the wake of COVID-19, government practitioners should be mindful of the recent executive orders and legislation and potential criminal penalties for violations of the OMA due to misuse or technical difficulties with remote meeting technologies.
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By Patti Gregory-ChangGovernment Lawyers, August 2020
A look at how COVID-19 is worsening the issues blind Illinoisans encounter.
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By Frank PellegriniReal Estate Law, August 2020
A look at some of the fraud schemes on the rise during the tumult of the COVID-19 pandemic.