Call for ArticlesElder Law, March 2026Learn how you can submit an article for the Elder Law Newsletter!
Call for ArticlesElder Law, February 2026Read about how you can submit your articles for the Elder Law Section Newsletter.
Call to Action: Build a Bridge From Courthouse to CommunityBy Margie Komes Putzler & Avery TenEcykWorkers’ Compensation Law, February 2026Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Rochford is excited to unveil a forward and public-facing initiative: Build a Bridge from Courthouse to Community, founded on the premise that there is diminished confidence in our legal system, and it is the responsibility of lawyers and judges to make information about the operation of the courts more accessible and transparent to the people we serve.
Call to Action: Build a Bridge From Courthouse to CommunityBy Margie Komes Putzler & Avery TenEcykWomen and the Law, February 2026Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Rochford is excited to unveil a forward and public-facing initiative: Build a Bridge from Courthouse to Community, founded on the premise that there is diminished confidence in our legal system, and it is the responsibility of lawyers and judges to make information about the operation of the courts more accessible and transparent to the people we serve.
Can a Member of a Metal Band Be Fired at Will?By Robin SheaLabor and Employment Law, January 2026Chris Beattie, a founder of and bass player for the metalcore band Hatebreed is suing over his dismissal from the band. Despite several claims relating to Mr. Beattie's termination from the band, it is highly likely his claims will be unsuccessful.
Case BriefsBy ISBA ADR Section CouncilAlternative Dispute Resolution, March 2026A compilation of case summaries relevant to alternative dispute resolution, including topics such as waiver of arbitration, sua sponte findings, deference to arbitral tribunals, and more.
Case BriefsBy Deborah HawkinsAlternative Dispute Resolution, February 2026A collection of case summaries that discuss alternative dispute resolution, from staying a petition to compel arbitration, to arbitration fees, and more!
Case Law UpdateBy Meghan E. TepasTrusts and Estates, January 2026A summary and analysis of Estate of John Podmajersky, Jr., a 1st District of the Appellate Court unpublished decision.
Case SummariesInsurance Law, January 2026Case summaries from E-Clips, including an in-depth summary of Reynolds v. State Farm Life Insurance Co., considering whether the Genetic Information and Privacy Act applies to life insurance underwriting.
Case Summary: Chicago Title Land Tr. Co. v. Sara Watkin, 2025 IL App (1st) 241354By Philip J. VaccoReal Estate Law, March 2026An Illinois appellate court ruled that even if the statute of limitations prevents enforcement of a promissory note or mortgage foreclosure, the mortgage lien itself does not automatically disappear and can remain a cloud on the property’s title. Under Illinois law, the lien continues until 20 years after the debt’s maturity unless the mortgagee fails to take required actions to extend it under Section 13-116. As a result, old mortgage liens may still affect property titles even when the underlying debt can no longer be legally enforced.
Case Summary: People v. UseniBy James SternTraffic Laws and Courts, January 2026The People v. Useni decision explores why base allegations are not sufficient to deny bail.
Chair ColumnBy Staci BalbirerFamily Law, February 2026A note from the Chair of the ISBA Family Law Section Council.
Chair ColumnBy Staci BalbirerFamily Law, January 2026A note from the Chair of the Family Law Section Council.
Chair’s ColumnBy Staci BalbirerFamily Law, March 2026Budgeting before, during, and after divorce: a roadmap for you and your clients.
Chair’s ColumnBy Natalia CurtoInternational and Immigration Law, February 2026A note from the Chair of the International and Immigration Law Section Council, reflecting on current events.
Chair’s CornerBy Julia Kaye WykoffCriminal Justice, January 2026A note from the Chair of the Criminal Justice Section Council regarding the current issue.
Chicago Bar Association Employee Benefits CommitteeBy Lee PolkEmployee Benefits, January 2026The outline for the Chicago Bar Association Employee Benefits Committee Meeting, hosted on November 21, 2025, discussing various issues related to alternative assets, investments, and defined contribution plans.
Chicago Bar Association Employee Benefits CommitteeBy Lee PolkCorporate Law Departments, January 2026The outline for the Chicago Bar Association Employee Benefits Committee Meeting, hosted on November 21, 2025, discussing various issues related to alternative assets, investments, and defined contribution plans.
CLE Chair ReportBy Andrew G. WhiteAgricultural Law, March 2026A recap of the 32nd Annual Ag Law Seminar, held on February 6, 2026, in Bloomington, Illinois.
CLE Opportunities!International and Immigration Law, February 2026Don't miss upcoming CLE programming hosted by the International and Immigration Law Section!
Clerkships: An Insider’s PerspectiveBy Emma G. OvertonYoung Lawyers Division, February 2026An in-depth look at clerkships that allow attorneys early in their careers to sharpen their legal writing and analysis skills, gain meaningful insight into the inner workings of the judicial process, and help shape their future careers. Learn more about the application and interview process, as well as advice for a successful clerkship.
CoLT Tips and TricksBy Nerino J. Petro, Jr.Legal Technology, Standing Committee on, April 2026From tuning up your computer, snipping tools, connecting your cell phone to your computer, and iPad shortcuts, learn more about technology tips that you can incorporate into your practice today!
Confessions of a Young AttorneyBy Deborah CainYoung Lawyers Division, February 2026A reflection of the practice of law from a young attorney on doing your best.
Court Holds OSHA Standard as Illinois Public Policy in Retaliatory Discharge Claim Against Nursing Home After Complaints of Glove ShortagesBy Lawrence A. MansonHealth Care Law, March 2026In December 2025, the Illinois appellate court considered whether a formerly employed registered nurse could sue his former nursing home employer for retaliatory discharge after his complaints about the facility not maintaining an adequate supply of sterile gloves for staff. The appellate court found that the amended complaint did sufficiently plead the public policy element of a retaliatory discharge claim.
Court NewsElder Law, March 2026Recent changes at the Illinois Supreme Court include new statewide forms and amendments to Supreme Court Rules 307, 10-101, and 9, while the United States Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit is seeking public comments on potential changes to Circuit Rule 40(e).
Court Says the Illinois Emergency Medical Services Systems Act Sets a High BarBy Lawrence A. MansonHealth Care Law, March 2026The Illinois Emergency Medical Services Systems Act limits the liability of health care workers and others regarding the transport and care in both emergency and non-emergency situations. In late 2025, an Illinois appellate court considered what an injured patient must allege to overcome the limitations of the EMS Systems Act when injured during the transfer from a hospital to a nursing and rehabilitation facility.
Criminal Conduct When IntoxicatedBy Ted Hammel & Kristen MessamoreTraffic Laws and Courts, January 2026A person who is intoxicated (a/k/a voluntarily wasted) is usually responsible for their criminal conduct, but…the Illinois Supreme Court held in 2023 that evidence of voluntary intoxication may be used to attack a state's claim that defendant had requisite specific intent to commit charged offense.
