When my father passed away a few years ago, my family and I gathered at his home to start the difficult process of sorting through his belongings. Between the photo albums, old love letters to my mom, and vintage Cubs memorabilia, we found something no one expected — a shoebox filled with cash. At [...]
As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer, many of us take this time to refresh our homes, clear out clutter, and start anew. But spring cleaning shouldn’t just apply to your home—it’s also the perfect opportunity to review and update your estate plan. Just like maintaining your property, ensuring that your estate [...]
Valentine’s Day is all about showing love to those who matter most to you. While flowers and chocolates are classic tokens of affection, consider going the extra mile this year by planning for your loved ones' future through comprehensive estate planning. As a trusted estate planning attorney serving Libertyville, IL, and the greater Lake [...]
As of January 1, 2025, more than 300 new laws have taken effect in Illinois, impacting various aspects of daily life, business regulations, and consumer protections. From digital driver's licenses to salary transparency, these changes may affect individuals, businesses, and professionals across the state. Below is a summary of some of the most notable [...]
The Paid Leave for All Workers Act has gone into effect this year. If you are an employer, this new law may affect your workforce and policies around paid leave. Starting January 1, 2024, Illinois has become a trailblazer by implementing the Paid Leave for All Workers Act, signed into law by Governor JB [...]
Another day - another notice of a data breach. This time, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (the “IDES”) database has been breached. It means that anyone who filed for Illinois unemployment insurance benefits prior to March 2017 is at risk of an identity theft. According to the notice of data breach, “a malicious third [...]
Our corporate clients often ask us what type of employment records they need to keep and for how long those records should be maintained. The following information is intended to address the above-mentioned questions. It should be noted that this post is limited to the Illinois employment laws and does not substitute, or intend to [...]
