Madison County Record Report News
Kuchar to Present Webinar on Legal Considerations for Employee Handbooks to Illinois Manufacturers on October 25, 2023
Tara Kuchar will be presenting a webinar to members of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) about legal considerations related to employee handbooks.
Attorney General Raoul Urges Federal Government to Ensure Access to Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 18 attorneys general, called on the federal government to implement stronger regulations to ensure behavioral health services are as available to patients as other types of health care.
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Partners Sponsor American Heart Association's Counsel for a Cause
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Partners John P. Arranz, Ross W. Bartolotta, Steven E. Danekas, Michael W. Drumke, P. Stephen Fardy, George F. Fitzpatrick, Jr., McRay Judge, Timothy G. Nickels, John J. O'Sullivan, David F. Pardys, Gary C. Pinter, T. Allon Renfro, Kristine C. Reveille, Christopher T. Sheean, Robert W. Stephens and Marcie J. Vantine are proud sponsors of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Annual Chicago Counsel for a Cause on October 19.
Administrative Director Declares Illinois Associate Judge Appointed in the Seventh Judicial Circuit
Marcia M. Meis, Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, announced that the Seventh Judicial Circuit judges voted to select Daniel K. Wright as associate judge of the Seventh Judicial Circuit.
Neal Gerber Eisenberg Achieves Fifth Consecutive Mansfield Certification
We are proud to announce that we have achieved Mansfield Certification for a fifth straight year.
Benesch Achieves Mansfield Certification, Demonstrating Continued Commitment to Increasing Inclusivity and Diversity in Leadership
Benesch is pleased to announce that, for the second year in a row, the firm has achieved Mansfield Certification following a year-long process designed to promote fair and equal opportunity for the advancement of underrepresented groups in law. Mansfield is focused on broadening the talent pool for consideration, including those historically underrepresented in the field, to facilitate transparent pathways to leadership and create a more inclusive legal profession.
Attorney General Raoul Urges Supreme Court to Reverse Lower Court’s Ruling on Medication Abortion
Attorney General Kwame Raoul , with 23 other attorneys general, filed a brief supporting access to medication abortion and other essential health care for all Americans.
Fox Rothschild Earns Mansfield Certification for Second Consecutive Year
Fox Rothschild LLP is proud to announce it attained Mansfield Certification through participation in Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Rule 6.0 program. The firm previously attained Rule 5.0 certification in 2022.
Attorney General Raoul Files Lawsuit Against Cwlp Over 2021 Coal Ash Release
Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit against City, Water, Light, and Power (CWLP) for allegedly releasing more than 700 tons of fly ash into the environment. CWLP is owned and operated by the city of Springfield, Illinois and provides drinking water and electricity to Springfield residents.
Clark Hill Achieves Mansfield Rule Plus Certification for Expanding Diversity in Firm Leadership
Diversity Lab announced that Clark Hill has achieved Mansfield Rule Plus Certification for 2022-23 in recognition of the firm’s efforts to increase diversity in firm leadership roles. Diversity Lab is an incubator focused on boosting diversity and inclusion in the legal industry.
Clark Hill Adds Nathan Pitluk to Office of General Counsel
Clark Hill added to its office of general counsel by announcing the addition of Nathan Pitluk as assistant general counsel in the firm’s Detroit office.
Thompson Coburn achieves Mansfield Rule 6.0 ‘Certified Plus’ designation
Thompson Coburn has again achieved Mansfield Certification "Plus" status, putting it in a top-tier class of law firms committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in leadership.
Littler Achieves 2022-2023 Mansfield Certification Plus From Diversity Lab
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has earned 2022-2023 Mansfield Certification Plus for the sixth consecutive year through Diversity Lab.
Negligence lawsuit filed against Mercy Rehab and Care Center in Swansea
BELLEVILLE – A lawsuit claims that a patient of the Mercy Rehab and Care Center in Swansea received negligent care, causing her to become severely injured.
Attorney General Raoul Leads Coalition Supporting Epa’s Proposal to Strengthen Dust-lead Regulations
Attorney General Kwame Raoul led a coalition of 13 attorneys general supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to strengthen dust-lead hazard standards and post-abatement clearance levels, as authorized by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
Benchmark USA Highlights Fox Rothschild Attorneys Nationwide
Fox Rothschild LLP congratulates the following firm attorneys who are recognized in the 2024 Benchmark Litigation USA lists*:
East St. Louis resident sues Tiger Services over $61K in alleged fraudulent home repairs
BELLEVILLE – A man is suing Tiger Services for allegedly convincing his wife into signing him up for $61,176 in home repairs without his approval.
LIVE WEB - The Copyright Office's Small Claims Court - One Year and Counting on October 11, 2023
Don’t miss this discussion on the Copyright Office’s Small Claims Court and how it’s going after a year of operation.
Illinois Supreme Court Appoints Mckinley as Resident Circuit Judge in Mercer County
Justice Lisa Holder White and the Supreme Court of Illinois have announced the appointment of Jeffrey Scot McKinley as a Resident Circuit Judge in the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit, Mercer County.
LIVE WEB - Navigating Your Time, Billing & Accounting Options on October 10, 2023
It’s no mystery that law firms need software to run their business – to store data, manage workflow, avoid conflicts, and serve their clients.