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Two Newly Sworn-In Illinois Attorneys Join HeplerBroom as Associates
Peyton Hagerman and Megan Janowiak, spring law school graduates who joined HeplerBroom earlier this fall as law clerks, took part in the most recent Illinois bar admission ceremony and are now associate attorneys with the firm. Hagerman focuses his practice on the defense of asbestos, class action, personal injury, and toxic tort litigation, while Janowiak concentrates on the defense of medical and dental malpractice, personal injury, and professional liability matters.
Should I Stay or Should I Go: Removal in Insurance Cases on December 7, 2022
Stephen P. Pate and Karl A. Schulz will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled, "Should I Stay or Should I Go: Removal in Insurance Cases."
LIVE WEB - Special Education in a Nutshell: The Basics, The Issues, and a Legislative Update - 2018 through Present on December 2, 2022
Whether you’re new to the area of special education or just need a refresher, this comprehensive overview explores the basics, the issues, and the legislative decisions that will impact your next client.
LIVE WEB - Domestic Violence Assessment for Family Law Mediators on December 1, 2022
It is imperative that mediators working in family law are able to determine if both parties are able to speak up for themselves without fear or intimidation, are able to negotiate in their own best interest (and the interest of their children) and can carry out and understand the consequences of any agreements they reach.
Attorney General Raoul Releases Holiday Safe Shopping Guide
Attorney General Kwame Raoul released his annual Safe Shopping Guide highlighting recently recalled hazardous toys, children’s products and household items to help Illinois families shop safely this holiday season.
Messina to Talk About Environmental Justice for Missouri Business Organization
Alec Messina will be a featured speaker at the December 6 “Understanding Environmental Justice” webinar sponsored by the Regulatory Environmental Group for Missouri (REGFORM).
Pretrial Implementation Task Force to Host Final Regional Education Seminar in Champaign Dec. 14
The Illinois Supreme Court Pretrial Implementation Task Force (Task Force) will host its final in-person regional education seminar in Champaign on December 14th at the I Hotel & Conference Center to overview pretrial justice and the implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act (PFA), which is scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2023.
Attorney General Raoul Urges Ftc to Include Consumer Risks of Online Surveillance in Rulemaking Process
Attorney General Kwame Raoul co-led a bipartisan coalition of 33 attorneys general today calling on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to consider harms consumers face by the prevalence of commercial surveillance when creating new rules to prevent misconduct and promote transparency and accountability involving online data collection.
Thompson Coburn celebrates meeting WILEF "Gold Standard" for women leaders for the ninth straight year
For the ninth year in a row, Thompson Coburn has earned a "Gold Standard Certification" from the Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF) for incorporating women into the highest levels of Firm leadership.
Artificial Intelligence and Employment Law Part 2 on November 22, 2022
One of the significant developments in 2022 is the use of artificial intelligence (A.I.) by employers when making employment-related decisions, and the attempts by states and the federal government to regulate the use of A.I.
Troutman Pepper’s Chief Client Experience Officer Shortlisted for Financial Times’ Most Innovative Intrapreneur Award
Troutman Pepper’s Chief Client Experience Officer, Dan Pulka, has been shortlisted in the Most Innovative Intrapreneur category for The Financial Times’ 2022 Innovative Lawyers Awards North America.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul Leads Bipartisan Coalition of Attorneys General Opposing No-poach Hiring Agreements
Attorney General Kwame Raoul led a bipartisan coalition of 21 attorneys general filing an amicus brief challenging “no-poach” provisions — which restrict the rights of workers to move from one franchise to another in the same restaurant chain — used by McDonald’s in its franchise agreements.
In Honor of the Firm’s Veterans, HeplerBroom Donates to County Veterans’ Court
In honor of Veteran’s Day and its employees who are U.S. military veterans, HeplerBroom recently donated to the Madison County Veterans’ Court.
IDFPR Issues First Full, Social Equity Cannabis Dispensing Organization Licenses
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today it has issued the first full adult use cannabis dispensing organization licenses to social equity applicants.
Libbra and Sheehan Volunteer to Assist Veterans
HeplerBroom attorneys Kelly Libbra and Sean Sheehan were part of a pro bono group of attorneys who provided veterans, active duty military, and their spouses legal assistance in creating wills and powers of attorney.
Illinois Reaches Six Consecutive Months of Record Low Unemployment Claims
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today the state has recorded a new, unprecedented number of consecutive weeks below historic continued claims levels for regular unemployment insurance benefits.
Pritzker Administration Reopens Housing Assistance Program for Illinois Homeowners
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF) is now open to support qualified homeowners who need help with past-due mortgage payments and related expenses due to financial hardships associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attorney General Raoul Urges FDA to Approve Country’s First Over-the-counter Birth Control Pill
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced joining a coalition of 21 attorneys general in urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve over-the-counter birth control pills that meet applicable safety and efficacy standards, including a pending application for the nation’s first over-the-counter (OTC) pill.
Brown & James Ranked in 2023 Best Law Firms
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® ranked Brown & James in the 2023 “Best Law Firms” list nationally in appellate practice area and regionally in 13 practice areas.
Gov. Pritzker Announces Eight Appointments to Boards and Commissions
Patricia Saccone will serve as a Member on the Illinois Racing Board.* Saccone has over fifteen years of classroom experience, serving as the Program Director and Professor of Health Information Technology at Waubonsee Community College in Aurora.