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Illinois employers have limited time to prepare for the new restrictive convenant law -- it takes effect on Jan. 1

By Heather Adams, Paul Sweeney and Sloan Holladay-Crawford
Sep 9, 2021 2:47 PM - Public Act 102-03581 will take effect on Jan. 1 and will police all such agreements entered into on or after that date. Prior to the signing of the act, the validity of non-compete and non-solicitation agreements in Illinois was decided by the courts under Illinois common law and the prior version of the Illinois Freedom to Work Act, effective Jan. 1, 2017.
Big changes coming at the NLRB will affect suburban businesses

By Richard Wessels
Sep 9, 2021 12:58 PM - The message from the new NLRB general counsel is clear. Previous pro-business rulings will systematically be reversed. New case law will soon apply.
Negotiating and living with a commercial lease

By Jason Doran
Sep 10, 2021 8:39 AM - The complexities and consequences of a commercial lease are often hidden, whether in the most comprehensive lease form or a simple agreement pulled from the internet. Businesses across all sectors will likely be faced with the challenges of negotiating a lease.
Diversity, why are we here? Ways in which diversity programs win and fail

By Tanjia Coleman
Aug 19, 2021 5:14 PM - Diversity is a guidepost that companies have measured for over a half-century now, yet despite the branding, rebranding and expansion of diversity-based initiatives, the efficacy of diversity programs remains in question. U.S. corporations have been challenged with making advancements intended for diversity outcomes throughout the past three generations. Despite the well-intentioned efforts implemented by organizations, pay, leadership, venture capital and board member disparities continue to exist. So if this hasn't been solved in over 50 years, what can be done to rectify the situation now? Let's explore. So why hasn't diversity worked? We will explore each of these five critical areas:
Cozen O'Connor attorney Anna Wermuth named one of Top 50 Women in Law

Submitted by Christine Saba
Jul 16, 2021 10:21 PM - Anna Wermuth, vice-chair of Cozen O'Connor's national Labor and Employment Department, has been named to the second annual Salute! Top 50 Women in Law Award list by the publishers of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and Chicago Lawyer magazine.
Family businesses have corporate governance structures in check. What about family governance?

By Robin Letchinger
Jul 14, 2021 1:06 PM - Most business owners are familiar with the concept of corporate governance and the use of corporate boards. These owners know that once their businesses reach a certain point, the input of a fiduciary or advisory board whose primary function is to maximize the value of the business for the shareholders is invaluable.
John Flannery, attorney considered a giant in intellectual property law, dies at 92

By Eileen O. Daday
Jul 13, 2021 4:30 PM - In the world of intellectual property law, attorney John Flannery was a giant. The longtime Park Ridge resident died Saturday. He was 92.
When hiring employees in other states, make legal compliance a priority

By Germaine Willett
Jun 29, 2021 2:42 PM - Many employers assume their employment policies apply the same to a remote employee as for other staff. This is not necessarily the case, however, as the law of the state where the employee performs his or her work, not the law where the employer is based, may govern the employment relationship.
Elmhurst's Frank Sommario sworn in as EVP of National Italian American Bar Association

Submitted by Jennifer McGuffin
Jun 15, 2021 4:44 PM - Romanucci & Blandin, LLC, a national personal injury firm primarily based in Chicago, is pleased to announce that partner Frank A. Sommario was sworn in as executive vice president of the National Italian Bar Association on June 11, 2021.
Aronberg Goldgehn opens new Wheaton office, adds Karen R. Mills and Amanda M. Zannoni

Submitted by Builden Partners
May 21, 2021 8:22 PM - Full-service law firm Aronberg Goldgehn announces the opening of a new office in Wheaton, Illinois and the expansion of its estate and tax planning & trust and estate litigation practice with the addition of Karen R. Mills as member and Amanda M. Zannoni as associate.

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