Reflections from an introvert after a year of COVID-19.
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By Trent CameronYoung Lawyers Division, April 2021
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By Christy E. PhanthavongLabor and Employment Law, April 2021
With an express purpose of encouraging employees and their families to get the COVID-19 vaccine, the Illinois Department of Labor recently issued guidance for employers regarding compensation and paid leave in connection with absences for vaccine appointments.
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By Hon. Michael S. JordanLabor and Employment Law, April 2021
A look at virtual arbitration during COVID-19.
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Illinois Bar Journal Illinois Law Update,
April
2021
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) adopted a new Part titled Local Coronavirus Urgent Remediation Emergency (Local CURE) Support Program. The Part implements the Local CURE Support Program, which distributes federal relief funds from the CARES Act to units of local government.
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Illinois Bar Journal Illinois Law Update,
April
2021
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) adopted a new Part titled Business Interruption Grant Program. The program offers financial support for businesses that have experienced exceptional losses or expenditures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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By Rhys SaundersIllinois Bar Journal LawPulse, April 2021
Illinois holds its first remote jury trial.
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By William W. AustinSenior Lawyers, March 2021
Tips to enhance your videoconferencing experience.
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By Hannah R. LamoreCivil Practice and Procedure, March 2021
A summary and analysis of Lauren Terkel et al. v. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention et al.
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By Edward WasilewskiYoung Lawyers Division, March 2021
A look at the ways fraud is being perpetrated during the pandemic.
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By Ryan M. OlsonYoung Lawyers Division, March 2021
An overview of the additional extensions and consequenes of Executive Order 2020-25, which was issued April 14, 2020.
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By Daniel C. KatzmanYoung Lawyers Division, March 2021
A look at the rights of nursing home residents and their families during COVID-19.
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By Olivia BasuYoung Lawyers Division, March 2021
Tips for new attorneys learning to navigate their first years of practice during a pandemic.
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By Mari ChristophersonChild Law, March 2021
A look at how the Illinois court appointed special advocate network has grown and adapted during COVID-19.
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Health Care Law,
March
2021
A summary of the Government Accountability Office's report on efforts to rapidly develop COVID-19 vaccines.
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By Dr. Alexandra TsangWomen and the Law, March 2021
Strategies to manage your well-being during COVID-19.
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Illinois Bar Journal Illinois Law Update,
March
2021
The Department of Public Health (IDPH) adopted amendments to the Control of Communicable Diseases Code, setting new standards for the control of cases and contacts for coronavirus diseases like COVID-19, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).
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By Ed FinkelIllinois Bar Journal Article, March 2021
The challenges of starting and running a firm during a pandemic.
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By Dr. Alexandra TsangMental Health Law, February 2021
Strategies to manage your well-being during COVID-19.
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By Marissa SpencerGovernment Lawyers, February 2021
Tips for working parents to better balance work and assisting children with remote learning.
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Illinois Bar Journal Illinois Law Update,
February
2021
The Department of Employment Security (IDES) adopted amendments to the Unemployment Insurance Act in response to the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Aimed at expediting the benefits disqualification process, these amendments authorize educational institutions to provide the IDES with a list of employees who do not qualify for unemployment insurance benefits.