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Articles From 2020

Stalled SECURE Act Finally Enacted Into Law By Lawrence J. Gregory, JD,CPA Trusts and Estates, January 2020 The SECURE Act will make it easier for individuals to save for retirement, however, in order to pay for these new saving options, the SECURE Act restricts a popular estate planning technique commonly used to preserve and grow qualified assets for future generations and defer its eventual taxation.
Starlink and Mega Constellations: Finding a Viable Legal Solution By Charles Lee Mudd, Jr. Intellectual Property, February 2020 The first launch of SpaceX Starlink satellites in 2019 prompted significant outcry about the effects the Starlink mega constellation system could have on our night sky. The images of Starlink satellites streaking across the dark night certainly suggested the degradation of unfettered star gazing. Indeed, the astronomical community quickly voiced concerns that the Starlink mega constellation would degrade both optical and radio astronomy. Since then, critics of Starlink point to the Federal Communications Commission’s “failure” to conduct or require an environmental assessment that included astronomical concerns. In fact, some critics advocate litigation against the FCC or SpaceX. While there exist well-founded concerns about Starlink, litigation would be misguided, ineffectual, and possibly counter-productive at this time. Consequently, immediate focus should rather be directed toward advocacy, education, and policy change.
State’s Attorneys Exclusively Authorized to Present Civil Commitment Petitions By Kathleen Watson Mental Health Law, February 2020 According to an informal opinion, the state’s attorney is exclusively authorized by statute to present petitions for civil commitments proceedings on behalf of the people of Illinois.
Statute vs. Statute: A Landowner’s Potential Liability for ATV Accidents and Injuries By Jeffrey A. Mollet Agricultural Law, February 2020 A summary of the recent appellate case, Jones v. Steck.
Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Senior Lawyers, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Local Government Law, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Commercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Federal Taxation, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Mineral Law, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Family Law, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
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Staying Active, Healthy, and Productive at Home By Michael B. Hyman, E. Kenneth Wright, Jr., & Erin Clifford Bench and Bar, June 2020 Suggestions to better manage working from home during COVID-19.
Steering Towards Racial Equality for My Profession and My Son By Kenya Jenkins-Wright Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, September 2020 Thoughts on systemic racism from the co-chair of the ISBA Steering Committee for Racial Inequality, Kenya Jenkins-Wright.
The Story of Ricardo Santiago, a Local DACA Recipient and Law Student By Hon. Geraldine D’Souza Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, September 2020 A look at the life of a local Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipient.
Strict Compliance Is Alive and Well With Regard to Timely Filing of Petition for Judicial Review and Notice of Intent to File for Review By Gregory S. Keltner Workers’ Compensation Law, August 2020 In two recent Rule 23 decisions, the appellate court ruled that strict compliance with section 19(f)(1) of the Workers’ Compensation Act is necessary to vest the circuit court with jurisdiction where the appellant seeks review of a Commission decision.
Sufficient Information Was Conveyed During 911 Call to Properly Stop Defendant By J. Brick Van Der Snick Traffic Laws and Courts, April 2020 In People v. Shelton, the defendant appealed the trial court's ruling that he did not have ineffective trial counsel based on the fact that his trial counsel did not file a motion to suppress evidence based on a 911 call containing insufficient information for the arresting officer to develop reasonable suspicion.
Summary of Key Differences Between NAFTA and USMCA By Cindy G. Buys International and Immigration Law, February 2020 A summary of the main changes the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will bring once fully ratified.
Summary of Recent Legislative Changes to the Illinois Human Rights Act and More By Glenn Gaffney Human and Civil Rights, March 2020 The Illinois General Assembly recently passed numerous legislative amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act, signed into law by Governor Pritzker.
Summary of Recent Legislative Changes to the Illinois Human Rights Act and More By Glenn Gaffney Labor and Employment Law, March 2020 The Illinois General Assembly recently passed numerous legislative amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act, signed into law by Governor Pritzker.
A Summary of the Trusts & Estates Section Council’s April 3, 2020, Business Meeting By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Trusts and Estates, August 2020 A summary of the April 2020 Trusts & Estates Section's business meeting, including CLE, legislation, and more.
A Summary of the Trusts & Estates Section Council’s December 7, 2019, Business Meeting By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Trusts and Estates, March 2020 A summary of the December 2019 Trusts & Estates Section's business meeting, including CLE, the Illinois Trust Code, statute of repose, technology, and more.
A Summary of the Trusts & Estates Section Council’s February 27, 2020, Business Meeting By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Trusts and Estates, May 2020 A summary of the February 2020 Trusts & Estates Section's business meeting, including CLE, legislation, and more.
A Summary of the Trusts & Estates Section Council’s July 10, 2020, Business Meeting By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Trusts and Estates, October 2020 A summary of the July 2020 Trusts & Estates Section's business meeting, including CLE, legislation, and more.
A Summary of the Trusts & Estates Section Council’s September 20, 2019, Business Meeting By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Trusts and Estates, January 2020 A summary of the September 2019 Trusts & Estates Section's business meeting, including CLE, statute of repose, and technology.
A Summary of the Trusts & Estates Section Council’s September 9, 2020, Business Meeting By Jennifer Bunker Skerston Trusts and Estates, December 2020 A summary of the September 2020 Trusts & Estates Section's business meeting, including CLE, legislation, and more.
Supporting the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala to Aid Access to Justice and Colleagues By Jennifer A. Haase State and Local Taxation, October 2020 The Illinois Bar Foundation will be hosting its annual gala in a new virtual format this year.
Supporting the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala to Aid Access to Justice and Colleagues By Jennifer A. Haase Traffic Laws and Courts, October 2020 The Illinois Bar Foundation will be hosting its annual gala in a new virtual format this year.
Supporting the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala to Aid Access to Justice and Colleagues By Jennifer A. Haase General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, September 2020 The Illinois Bar Foundation will be hosting its annual gala in a new virtual format this year.
Supporting the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala to Aid Access to Justice and Colleagues By Jennifer A. Haase Energy, Utilities, Telecommunications, and Transportation, September 2020 The Illinois Bar Foundation will be hosting its annual gala in a new virtual format this year.
Supporting the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala to Aid Access to Justice and Colleagues By Jennifer A. Haase Mineral Law, September 2020 The Illinois Bar Foundation will be hosting its annual gala in a new virtual format this year.
Supporting the Illinois Bar Foundation Gala to Aid Access to Justice and Colleagues By Jennifer A. Haase Bench and Bar, September 2020 The Illinois Bar Foundation will be hosting its annual gala in a new virtual format this year.