On April 24, 2018, the Cook County Board of Commissioners recognized the Illinois Commission on Diversity and Human Relations with a Resolution. The Resolution, in part, recognizes that the Illinois Commission (ICDHR), : “…has an active Board of Directors consisting of members from the business, education and community sectors; and…the […]

On 4/18/18, Storrs Downey presented “Sexual Harassment in The Workplace: Confronting & Addressing This Growing Problem” at The Institutes CPCU Society monthly member meeting. The presentation covered: Identifying sexual harassment Investigating sexual harassment Workforce training on company policy

April 12th through April 14th, Brian Rosenblatt and Jeanne Hoffmann, our Partners who head our Entertainment Law Practice descended upon the Tenth Annual LAUNCH Music Conference and Festival in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Brian and Jeanne presented at the conference last year, and were asked back again to lead panels on the […]

Rich Lenkov recently moderated a forum for Workers’ Compensation Magazine. The forum of workers’ compensation professionals discussed trends, factors and methods for when dealing with experts. “Retaining Experts” was published in the Spring issue of Workers’ Compensation Magazine. Click here to view the full article. 

  On 2/2/18 Storrs Downey will present “Sexual Harassment in the Workplace” at the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Small Manufacturers Council Meeting in Oak Brook, IL. The presentation will cover: Identifying sexual harassment Investigating sexual harassment Workforce training  on company policy For more information or to register, click here.

  Join Rich Lenkov and special guest David B. Menchetti for 5 Illinois workers’ compensation issues, from the perspective of a petitioner’s attorney. The webinar will examine: Neutral Risk: Why There Is No Such Thing Utilization Review: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly AMA Impairment Ratings: What You Need […]

  On 1/30/18 Storrs Downey will present “Avoiding Claims of Religious, National Origin and Race Discrimination in the Current Political Climate,” at the American Conference Institute’s 26th National Conference on Employment Practices Liability Insurance. The presentation will examine: The latest discrimination claims being brought on the basis of race, religion or national […]

  On 12/28/17 Cary Schwimmer will present, “Firing Employees Who Take the Employer’s Stuff to Build a Case” at the Memphis Bar Association. Employees who have or are considering bringing a claim against their employer often believe they have the right to take the employer’s documents and emails to support their claim. Does firing […]

On 12/13/17, Rich Lenkov was quoted in the Super Lawyers article, “What Does Workers’ Compensation Pay For?” The article discusses the types of coverage for injured employees in Illinois. Click here to read more.

  On 12/13/17 Jeff Kehl will present, “Punitive Damages in Illinois” at an upcoming Illinois Defense Trial Counsel seminar. The program will cover the requirements and factors considered when Illinois plaintiffs seek punitive damages in state and federal court, practice tips with regard to pleadings, discovery and trial strategies for minimizing […]