Civil Rights Act decisions may limit workers’ ability to sue for discriminationBy Tracy DouglasLabor and Employment Law, September 2013In a pair of 5-4 decisions this past June, the Supreme Court limited the definition of supervisor and increased the standard of causation for retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Civil Rights Act decisions may limit workers’ ability to sue for discriminationBy Tracy DouglasWomen and the Law, August 2013In a pair of 5-4 decisions this past June, the Supreme Court limited the definition of supervisor and increased the standard of causation for retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
The Civil Rights GameBy Peter LaSorsaHuman and Civil Rights, October 2013The Civil Rights Game is an annual Major League Baseball game that honors the history of civil rights in the United States.
Client first aid: Look, listen, and feelBy Katherine A. ChamberlainYoung Lawyers Division, October 2013The author shares her own system for client intake and management.
Collaboration: Why is it so elusive?By Jonathan A. MintzTrusts and Estates, April 2013In the context of allied professionals, the four elements of trust help explain why so many collaborative relationships fail—often one or more elements do not exist and with both parties frequently entering the relationship with preconceived biases about the other, the relationship is doomed to fail.
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Vienna Convention on Consular RelationsBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, June 2013To commemorate the occasion, the Mexican Consulate hosted an all-day event at the Chicago Cultural Center on May 3, 2013 to consider the history of the Convention and what the future might hold.
A comment on the “Snowbirds Fly Free of Illinois Tax” articleBy Donald L. ShriverElder Law, September 2013A reader suggests that as estate planners and advisers for clients who are former Illinois “residents,” it is necessary to be careful of other matters related to estate planning documents.
A comment on the “Snowbirds Fly Free of Illinois Tax” articleBy Donald L. ShriverTrusts and Estates, April 2013A reader suggests that as estate planners and advisers for clients who are former Illinois “residents,” it is necessary to be careful of other matters related to estate planning documents.
Comments from the ChairBy Angela PetersAnimal Law, October 2013An update on the section's recent activities, from Chair Angela Peters.
Comments from the ChairBy Angela PetersAnimal Law, August 2013A message from Section Chair Angela Peters.
Comments from the ChairBy Sharon L. EisemanGovernment Lawyers, June 2013A message from out-going Committee Chair Sharon Eiseman.
Comments from the ChairBy Alan R. PressLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, February 2013A message from Committee Chair Alan Press.
Comments from the editorBy Craig R. HedinMineral Law, October 2013An introduction to the issue from Editor Craig Hedin.
Comments from the editorBy Craig R. HedinMineral Law, June 2013An introduction to the issue from Editor Craig Hedin.
Comments from the editorBy Craig R. HedinMineral Law, May 2013An introduction to the issue from Editor Craig Hedin.
Comments from the editorBy Craig R. HedinMineral Law, March 2013Recent developments of interest to mineral law practitioners.
Common-Law Doctrine trumps Fraudulent Transfer Act in holding decedent self-settlor to irrevocable pledgeBy George S. Bellas & A. Patrick AndesCivil Practice and Procedure, February 2013In Rush University Medical Center v. Sessions, the Illinois Supreme Court overturned the first district appellate court’s ruling in favor of a self-settled trust denying plaintiff Rush University Medical Center’s claim to a $1.5 million irrevocable pledge made by the settlor before he died, holding the trust was void as to existing and future creditors and Rush was entitled to the funds.
Compliance projectsBy Jennifer ZordaniBusiness and Securities Law, July 2013A list of steps that help assess the type of compliance project a firm should undertake.
Computer basics for seniorsBy Don MateerLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, September 2013Know a senior lawyer who would like to know more about using a computer? Tell them about this special workshop, to take place on October 18, 2013!
Condo eviction defenses: What is germane?By Adam B. WhitemanReal Estate Law, February 2013In light of the conflict now existing between the districts on the question of what defenses are germane in a condo eviction matter, the time is ripe for a legislative fix.
Condominium and homeowner association assistanceBy Nancy HyzerReal Estate Law, April 2013The Real Estate Law Section Council has considered The Condominium Ombudsperson Act (HB 1293) over the past few years and has consistently taken the position not to support the bill.
Conference room tech upgrades on a budgetBy Trent L. BushLegal Technology, Standing Committee on, November 2013For an investment of under $2,000, you too can have a conference room that is functional, neat, and looks professional.
Conscious divorce: The conscious lawyers and collaborative practiceBy Sandra CrawfordFamily Law, October 2013It often goes without saying that family lawyers deal with significant trauma and distress on a daily basis. Becoming and remaining conscious of the impact of the stress on one’s own life is critical.
Constitutional claims and criminal charges—How to evaluate cases when police shoot dogsBy Ledy VanKavage & Anna E. Morrison-RicordatiAnimal Law, April 2013While dog-shooting cases have come a long way from early decisions requiring courts to determine that a non-fatal shooting amounted to an improper seizure, the cases are almost always met with the same defenses.
The constitutionality of criminalizing cyberbullyingBy Lauren RoadmanHuman and Civil Rights, January 2013The growing problems of bullying and cyberbullying are forcing the government, as well as local communities, to look at ways to help solve these problems.
Contingency planning for the undocumentedBy Elizabeth McGuanInternational and Immigration Law, October 2013It is estimated that there are over 5,100 children of undocumented parents in foster care in 22 states. As attorneys, while we may not be able to prevent the detention, with careful preparation, we can minimize the collateral damage to our clients, and most significantly, protect their parental rights.
The continuing evolution of IPI No. 105.01By Daniel P. WurlTort Law, November 2013This article will address the Supreme Court’s decision in Studt v. Sherman Health Systems, d/b/a Sherman Hospital and the 2011 version of IPI 105.01 that the Committee issued on the heels of the Studt decision.
