The Seventh Circuit Seeks Guidance from Delaware Supreme Court on Forfeiture-for-Competition Clauses April 16, 2024 The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, based in Illinois, certified two questions for the Delaware Supreme...
How to Navigate the New Illinois Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA) March 29, 2024 The recently enacted Illinois Freelance Worker Protection Act (FWPA) goes into effect on July 1, 2024. It requires non-governmental persons...
The Corporate Transparency Act and its Impact on Commercial Real Estate March 29, 2024 The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024. The CTA allows government entities to combat terrorism,...
Why Proper Documentation is Critical to Prevailing in Litigation February 29, 2024 Small and midsize businesses conduct business in different ways. Too often though, businesses favor expediency over detailed record keeping. Record...
Why Proper Documentation is Vital for Nonprofit Corporate Sponsorships February 27, 2024 Corporate sponsorships and underwriting have become key strategies for many nonprofits and associations nationally. These types of non-dues revenue can...
Illinois Courts Deny Insurance Coverage for Pandemic Related Business Losses January 29, 2024 Several appellate courts in Illinois have further narrowed the path for businesses seeking insurance coverage for COVID-19 related losses. These...
Getting to Know the New Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance January 12, 2024 The Chicago City Council recently passed the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance, effective July 1,...
Why You Should Follow Corporate Formalities as a Limited Liability Company December 15, 2023 Limited liability companies (LLCs) are becoming the “entities of choice” in small to medium size businesses owned by a limited...
The Opportunity of Office to Medical Space Conversions November 20, 2023 Traditional office spaces, once bustling hubs of professional life, now echo with emptiness. In the wake of the global pandemic,...
Understanding Chicago’s New Energy Transformation Code November 8, 2023 Chicago continues to solidify its position at the forefront of energy conservation in the U.S. On January 1, 2023, Chicago’s...
