EGBC Legal Reports
- 2019 - 2017 Legal Reports
- 2016 - 2011 Legal Reports
- 2004 - 1999 Legal Reports
- 2010 - 2005 Legal Reports
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2019 - 2017 Legal Reports
Vol. 20 No. 1, August 2019
Illinois Increases minimum wage
Illinois Human Rights ActVol. 19 No. 2, December 2018
Don't ignore state estate taxes
Solar farm legislation
ABLE account changes
Changes in life insurance marketVol. 19 No. 1, April 2018
New tax legislation impacts individuals, businesses
Protection for student - borrowers
Leasehold exemption deadline
Veterans court -
2016 - 2011 Legal Reports
Vol. 18 No. 1, July 2016
Court continues to perplex employers regarding non-compete agreements
Kennedy joins EGBC
New salary threshold will challenge employers
Powers of attorney serve several important purposes
Bankruptcy decision creates doubt in real estate tax purchaserVol. 17 No. 1, December 2015
Closing Changes
Estate Taxes
Proof of Claim
Wellness
NLRBVol. 15 No. 1, February 2013
New year brings tax law changes
Regulations offer employers guidance on health care reform
All employers required to provide insurance exchange information
‘Deferred Action’ can benefit immigrants, employers
Fiscal cliff law extends non-taxability of debt forgivenessVol. 14 No.2 September 2012
Employer health insurance mandate takes shape
Banks, title insurance companies await ruling in mortgage requirement appeal
Home sellers face new City of Dixon requirements
New Illinois Medicaid statute restricts eligibility
Employers may not require blanket confidentiality during investigations
Illinois adopts version of ‘Caylee’s Law’ to protect minorsVol. 14 No.1 February 2012
Federal law protects some employee speech on social media
Members of public bodies must complete open meetings training
Changes in Illinois tax law suggest need to review estate plans - again
New law eases ability to obtain deceased’s medical records
Illinois Supreme Court clarifies law regarding restrictive covenants
Employee who refuses to follow law still eligible for unemployment benefitsVol. 13 No. 2, October 2011
New legislation overhauls powers of attorney
Rolfe Ehrmann 1949 - 2011
Most employers must post notice regarding employees’ right to unionize
Allocation of college expenses often raises issues after divorce
State law governing home repairs continues to evolve
Employers cannot insist on direct notice of unforeseen FMLA leaveVol. 13 No. 1, February 2011
Small Businesses can benefit from tax changes
Foulker joins EGB
Enforceability of restrictive covenants uncertain after recent court decisions
Pension law changes can affect long-term care planning
Genetic Information Act creates traps for employers
Administration expands definition of “parent” under FMLA -
2004 - 1999 Legal Reports
Vol. 6 No. 2, September 2004
» Consumers, banks brace for new Check 21 Act
» Restrictive covenants make comeback
» Insurer can be liable for negligently issuing life insurance
» Porn spam threatens to create hostile work environment
» Indecent police officer gets First Amendment protectionVol. 6 No. 1, July 2004
‘Misconduct’ difficult to prove in unemployment appeals
U.S. Department of Labor issues new COBRA notice rules
Background checks easier under new law
New Medicare rules affect retirees
Judicial web sites ease retrieval of court information
New Illinois law to recognize trusts for petsVol. 5 No. 3, December 2003
Armed forces overseas have legal protections here
Nauman joins EGBL
New Medicare bill may affect employers
A potpourri of what’s new, what’s old and what’s changing
New ‘porting’ rules bring opportunities, challengesVol. 5 No. 2, October 2003
New Legislation Issue
Illinois: Budget bills only part of General Assembly’s work
Federal and Illinois: Do Not Call Registries designed to disconnect telemarketers
Federal: Tax Law changes dominate new national legislation
Illinois: New license law restricts teen driversVol. 5 No. 1, June 2003
Home seller’s disclosures must be complete
Illinois Personnel Record Review Act imposes obligations on employers
Employers face liability for employees’ misuse of credit reports
Gary’s Glossary
Court rejects sexual harassment claim against brothelVol. 4 No. 2, August 2002
Landlords must comply with background check regulations
Home sellers now face more liability
In Memory
Supreme Court ensures right to review HMO decisions
Beneficiary designations control life insuranceVol. 4 No. 1, February 2002
Farm landlords, tenants adjust to new crop lien rules
Heeg named Trustee
Employers consider cell phone policies
New statutes, court decisions affect employers
Practice spotlight: Business law
My slice is finally in: Golfer’s LiabilityVol. 3 No. 3, September 2001
New tax law brings estate planning changes
Court decision raises doubts about validity of revisions to employee handbooks
Grandparents may lose ground in quest for visitation rights
Parents can survive the call from the police station
Practice spotlight: Personal injuryVol. 3 No. 2, July 2001
Legislation brings multitude of privacy policies
Gradual estate tax repeal presents significant planning opportunities
Misunderstood ‘spot zoning’ not necessarily illegal
Practice spotlight: Estate planning
Employers that stall child support face penaltiesVol. 3 No.1, January 2001
New ergonomics rules affect most employers
Brozovich joins EGBL
The truth about federal estate taxes
IRS increases standard mileage rates for 2001
Employees gain new right in investigatory interviews
Beware: E-mail can and will be used against youVol. 2 No. 3, November 2000
Business owners find simplicity, advantages in LLCs
Employers need not be Scrooges to protect themselves from holiday party liabilities
Tax-deferred exchanges can assist buyers and sellers
Difference between marital, non-marital assets affect gifts
Amendment gives home repairers more time to get insurance
Landlords, tenants must comply with Smoke Detector ActVol. 2 No. 2, June 2000
Insurance applications require careful attention
Employers can solve the light duty rule
Commentary: Not everything should be a crime
New home repair laws requires written contracts
Can murderers obtain liability insurance coverage?Vol. 2 No. 1, February 2000
Tax aspects of annuities require careful planning
General Assembly responds to concerns; modifies State’s child support system
Garnishment recipients must protect own interests
Mortgage escrows can be avoided in some cases
Imputed interest rule can surprise borrowers
Employers should consider written e-mail policies
Some small businesses can reduce work comp ratesVol. 1 No. 4, November 1999
Child support changes creates problems for employers
Buyers beware: Investigate that car title
IRS raises mileage rates
Notary publics face liability
Commentary: New Illinois Supreme Court Rules threaten lawyers’ free speech rights
Personal property allocations pose risksVol. 1 No. 3, August 1999
Employers should take care when confronted with disability claims
Judges select Beckman
Tax-exempt organizations face new regulations
Banks may be held liable for invalid check endorsements
Internet information can benefit lawyers and non-lawyers alike
Alternative minimum tax can result in higher, unexpected income taxes
Consumers need protection when purchasing computer systemsVol. 1 No. 2, April 1999
Employers conducting background checks might face liability under credit report law
Corporations should use corporate names
Illinois now recognizing grandparents’ visitation rights
IRS drops mileage rate
Retailers should review co-signer liability rules
Passing stopped school bus is legal in some situationsVol. 1 No.1, January 1999
Home buyers should be aware of several ownership options available
Employers must give employees chance to continue health coverage
Amendments change garnishment procedures
Estate plans need proper beneficiary designations -
2010 - 2005 Legal Reports
Vol. 12 No. 1, July 2010
» Spotlight on Health Care Reform - Large employers face health insurance mandate
» Small employers to receive tax credit for offering health insurance
» Dependents entitled to coverage under health bill
» Rumors overstate reform bill’s tax on real estate sales
» Provisions in reform bill address long-term care issues
» Uninsured motorists’ coverage should not be overlookedVol. 11 No. 2, December 2009
Real estate tax assessments, process can confuse homeowners
IRS to audit companies to enforce employment tax compliance
Illinois death tax poses problems for estate planners
Courts change bankruptcy rules
Federal government extends homebuyers’ tax creditVol. 11 No. 1, October 2009
New Illinois legislation creates estate planning flexibility
Employers considering furloughs must be aware of rules for salaried employees
New pension act offers IRA distribution rules
First-time home buyers must hurry to receive credit
Cheating fiancé can force return of engagement ringVol. 10 No. 1, November 2008
New Form 990 inquiries challenge tax-exempt organizations
Disability Act amendments expand protections for employees
EGBL names new partner, adds associate
Ignoring child support order proves costly for employer
Thorough estate planning requires anticipation of contingencies
New tax laws change rules regarding home sales
New mortgage foreclosure laws protect owners, tenantsVol. 9 No. 2, December 2007
New law enhances creditors’ ability to collect debts
Work eligibility requirements test employees, burdens employers
Rules regarding wage assignment must be strictly followed
Compliance with FSA rules requires good communication
IRS increases mileage rate
Real estate sellers must provide radon informationVol. 9 No.1, April 2007
Living trusts sometimes enrich only the lawyer
FMLA details continue to plague employers
Minimum wage increases take effect July 1
Carbon monoxide detectors required in all homes
Legislation requires landlords to protect domestic violence victims
New Legislation targets e-mails, other electronic dataVol. 8 No.1, July 2006
Time and material home remodeling requires written contract
Employers must accommodate duties of some volunteer firefighters
New law clarifies disposition of deceased’s remains
Companies should be wary of ‘payment in full’ checks
Recent decisions test employers’ knowledge of key laws
Legislation eases cancellation of home Internet servicesVol. 7 No. 3, December 2005
New bankruptcy legislation changes creditors’ rights
Supreme Court clarifies rules for donning, doffing required protective gear
Tax changes highlight year-end roundup
Increased exemption will allow many to simplify estate plans
Litigation threats require e-mail retention policyVol. 7 No.2, June 2005
Parents now face liability for underage drinkers
Legal issues arise when former employees become competition
IRS announces inflation, other adjustments for 2005
Law entitles tenants to arrange own repairs
Business must destroy unnecessary consumer information
Spouses can protect property without prenuptial agreementVol. 7 No. 1, January 2005
No good deed goes unpunished: IRS says employee gifts now subject to taxation
New Illinois WARN statue covers more employers
Grandparents raising grandchildren face legal challenges
Internal Revenue Service increases mileage rate