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2023 Articles

Federal Jurisdiction and the Clean Water Act: Can We Expect Anything From Congress? By William J. Anaya December 2023 With the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in Sacket et ux. v. Environmental Protection Agency et al., it seems that the definition of "waters of the United States" has been resolved—unless, of course, Congress decides to modify the Clean Water Act.
Food and Agricultural News Update By Lynne R. Ostfeld March 2023 Updates on food and agricultural law.
Is a Tenant Farmer Really a ‘Tenant’? By Jeffrey A. Mollet January 2023 An analysis of an area of law once thought to be clear cut—farm tenancy.
One Day Rest in Seven Act and ‘Employees Employed in Agriculture’ By Jeffrey A. Mollet March 2023 As of January 1, 2023, the One Day Rest in Seven Act, by its terms, applies to all “employers” in Illinois.
Trespass: Understanding the Basics and Requirements for Notice By Garrett Thalgott January 2023 Illinois adopted a law that makes it significantly easier for landowners to notify the public that entrance onto private property is forbidden. Unfortunately, there are many landowners that are still unaware of it and those that have heard of it often don’t know how to take advantage of it.
Update on the ISBA’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Initiatives Regarding Disability and Disabled People By Patti Chang January 2023 Updates on the ISBA's diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives with respect to disability and disabled people.
U.S. Supreme Court Restricts Federal Jurisdiction Over Wetlands By Kristine A. Tidgren July 2023 On May 25, 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court significantly narrowed the definition of “waters of the United States.”