From the ChairBy Jean A. KenolYoung Lawyers Division, December 2013A message from YLD Chair Jean Kenol.
From the ChairBy Aaron W. BrooksLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, November 2013A message from Chair Aaron Brooks.
From the ChairBy Michael J. MaslankaHuman and Civil Rights, October 2013A message from Section Chair Michael Maslanka.
From the ChairBy Jean A. KenolYoung Lawyers Division, October 2013A message from YLD Chair Jean A. Kenol.
From the ChairBy Eileen M. GearyGovernment Lawyers, September 2013A message from Committee Chair Eileen Geary.
From the ChairBy Aaron W. BrooksLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2013Welcome to the first CoLT Newsletter of the 2013-2014 ISBA year. This is my second opportunity to serve in a bar association leadership role, having previously chaired the Intellectual Property Section Council. I learned a lot from that experience, and even more from watching and working with the others who have chaired these committees and sections. Mainly though, what I have come to believe is that my core job as Chair is to be the temporary custodian of an important mission.
From the ChairBy Jean A. KenolYoung Lawyers Division, August 2013A message from YLD Chair Jean Kenol.
From the ChairBy Meghan O’BrienYoung Lawyers Division, June 2013The final column from out-going Chair Meghan O'Brien.
From the ChairBy Don MateerSenior Lawyers, June 2013A message from Section Chair Don Mateer.
From the ChairBy Meghan O’BrienYoung Lawyers Division, February 2013A message from YLD Chair Meghan O'Brien.
From the editorBy Thomas D. CavenaghAlternative Dispute Resolution, October 2013A message from Editor Tom Cavenagh.
From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, December 2013An introduction to the issue from Editor Jim Nyeste.
From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, October 2013An introduction to the issue from Managing Co-Editor James Nyeste.
From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, June 2013An introduction to the issue from Managing Co-Editor Jim Nyeste.
From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, March 2013An introduction to the issue from Managing Co-Editor Jim Nyeste.
From the editorsBy James T. NyesteInsurance Law, January 2013An introduction to the issue from Managing Co-Editor James T. Nyeste.
FTC unveils updated guidance for online advertisersBy Kristin PetersenMay 2013Some clarity and direction for advertisers and marketers in light of the current rapid rate of technological change and corresponding transformation in the way marketers reach out to consumers.
FTC v. Actavis, Inc.: Pay-for-delay settlements subject to rule of reasonBy Kate O’SúilleabháinJune 2013On June 17, in FTC v. Actavis, Inc.,the U.S. Supreme Court determined that “pay-for-delay” settlements (also known as “reverse-payment settlements”) between drug manufacturers are subject to rule of reason antitrust scrutiny for purposes of determining whether they violate federal antitrust laws.
Girls’ empowerment groups: Shaping the next generation of female leadersBy Mary F. PetruchiusChild Law, August 2013Girls who are empowered with the information taught in groups such as the ones listed in this article are equipped with tools and information to make positive choices and educated decisions regarding their lives.
Girls’ empowerment groups: Shaping the next generation of female leadersBy Mary F. PetruchiusWomen and the Law, June 2013Girls who are empowered with the information taught in groups such as the ones list in this article are equipped with tools and information to make positive choices and educated decisions regarding their lives.
Giving is goodBy Kristen PrinzWomen and the Law, October 2013The author shares her experiences with 'givers,' and how surrounding herself with them has generated career success.
Governmental involvement necessary for statement to be considered testimonial hearsayBy Mark Kevin Wykoff, Sr.Criminal Justice, April 2013The Illinois Appellate Court, in People v. Richter, held that governmental involvement is required for a statement to be considered testimonial hearsay. Given that defendant’s statements were not made to government officials, and that there was no governmental involvement in the creation of the statements, the statements did not constitute testimonial hearsay. Thus, the hearsay evidence was admissible at his trial.
Governor Quinn signs anti-tethering lawBy Melissa Anne MayeAnimal Law, August 2013In July of 2013, Governor Quinn signed new legislation amending the Humane Care for Animals Act by adding section 3.035 Tethering (510 ILCS 70/3.035).
