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Shareholder Justin L. Weisberg was recently appointed to Chair ISBA Construction Law Section Council for 2020-2021. The goal of the Council is to 1) enhance the knowledge of general practitioners and those concentrating in construction and construction related areas of law by promoting communication among lawyers statewide; 2) communicate information on current developments in construction… Read more »
By Karuna S. Brunk At least in the short-term, COVID-19 is here to stay. As such, many employers are exploring what they can and cannot do and say to protect the workplace and limit liability. On April 23, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued new guidelines to aid employers in protecting the workplace… Read more »
By Derek D. Samz Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, many businesses have had to cease all, or a large majority, of their operations. As a result of this business interruption, these businesses are experiencing unprecedented losses in revenue. What these companies may not be aware of that they may be entitled to payment from… Read more »
By Anthony B. Ferraro ♦ What is crisis planning for Medicaid eligibility in long-term care cases? Crisis planning means that one is engaged in planning that will stop, as soon as legally and ethically possible, the payment of the monthly nursing home private pay fee. We call it crisis planning because the obligation of paying… Read more »
By Edyta Kania ♦ Circuit Court of Cook County: All matters in all Districts and Divisions are rescheduled and continued for a period of 30 days from the currently scheduled court date or a date not more than 30 days after May 31, 2020, whichever is later. Judges will be available in person in each… Read more »
Andy Sachs, RD’s Chief Operating Officer, participated in the ABFJournal e-newsletter’s podcast series on the topic “The Paycheck Protection Program and Non-Bank Lenders, and the Reopening of the Economy”. The e-newsletter delivers daily industry news and expert insights of the commercial finance market targeting asset based lending decision makers and other business professionals. Click the… Read more »
Shareholder Laurie A. Montplaisir will be one of four leading legal advisors in the factoring community, participating in a webinar hosted by the International Factoring Association on May 1, 2020. The topic will focus on Legal Issues Factors are Dealing with Regarding COVID-19. Click here to learn more about the webinar, discussion topics, and bios… Read more »
Shareholder Andrès J. Gallegos was a panel member on April 25th for the ADA 25 Advancing Leadership, Virtual Networking Panel. He discussed the importance of networking for emerging leaders with disabilities.
By Robbins, Salomon & Patt, Ltd. RD has provided a list of ten takeaways for businesses to keep in mind regarding the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Unemployment Insurance Benefits Have Been Expanded Unemployment benefits have not just been increased, they have been expanded, by 13 weeks, and gig workers, freelances and… Read more »
Shareholder Thomas A. Jefson selected to the list for Illinois Super Lawyers 2020 in the area of Estate Planning and Probate. Super Lawyers recognizes outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only 5% of Illinois attorneys are selected to the Super Lawyers’… Read more »