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New laws that can affect your business in 2022
Jan 9, 2022 1:00 AM - As we go into 2022, there are several changes in the law that businesses should be aware of so they can avoid expensive legal issues and keep their focus on profits and growth. -
Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers sponsors $5,000 challenge grant to support Feeding Illinois
Jan 6, 2022 1:24 PM - A matching-grant challenge by the Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers supplied nearly 90,000 meals statewide this holiday season. -
The Collins Law Firm receives Best Law Firm ranking from U.S. News & World Report and Best LawyersNov 12, 2021 3:36 PM - Naperville (November 12, 2021) -- We are excited to announce that The Collins Law Firm has been recognized as a Best Law Firm for 2022 by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers. Firms included on the Best Law Firm list "are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers." The Collins Law Firm is proud to have received the following rankings from Best Lawyers:
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Community Christian Church-Downers Grove makes justice for all possible
Nov 10, 2021 10:48 AM - Community Christian Church in Downers Grove is establishing a Gospel Justice Center to provide affordable legal guidance and counsel for neighbors in need. -
Illinois employers have limited time to prepare for the new restrictive convenant law -- it takes effect on Jan. 1
Sep 9, 2021 2:47 PM - Public Act 102-03581 will take effect on Jan. 1 and will police all such agreements entered into on or after that date. Prior to the signing of the act, the validity of non-compete and non-solicitation agreements in Illinois was decided by the courts under Illinois common law and the prior version of the Illinois Freedom to Work Act, effective Jan. 1, 2017. -
Big changes coming at the NLRB will affect suburban businesses
Sep 9, 2021 12:58 PM - The message from the new NLRB general counsel is clear. Previous pro-business rulings will systematically be reversed. New case law will soon apply. -
Negotiating and living with a commercial lease
Sep 10, 2021 8:39 AM - The complexities and consequences of a commercial lease are often hidden, whether in the most comprehensive lease form or a simple agreement pulled from the internet. Businesses across all sectors will likely be faced with the challenges of negotiating a lease. -
Diversity, why are we here? Ways in which diversity programs win and fail
Aug 19, 2021 5:14 PM - Diversity is a guidepost that companies have measured for over a half-century now, yet despite the branding, rebranding and expansion of diversity-based initiatives, the efficacy of diversity programs remains in question. U.S. corporations have been challenged with making advancements intended for diversity outcomes throughout the past three generations. Despite the well-intentioned efforts implemented by organizations, pay, leadership, venture capital and board member disparities continue to exist. So if this hasn't been solved in over 50 years, what can be done to rectify the situation now? Let's explore. So why hasn't diversity worked? We will explore each of these five critical areas: -
Cozen O'Connor attorney Anna Wermuth named one of Top 50 Women in Law
Jul 16, 2021 10:21 PM - Anna Wermuth, vice-chair of Cozen O'Connor's national Labor and Employment Department, has been named to the second annual Salute! Top 50 Women in Law Award list by the publishers of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and Chicago Lawyer magazine. -
Family businesses have corporate governance structures in check. What about family governance?
Jul 14, 2021 1:06 PM - Most business owners are familiar with the concept of corporate governance and the use of corporate boards. These owners know that once their businesses reach a certain point, the input of a fiduciary or advisory board whose primary function is to maximize the value of the business for the shareholders is invaluable.
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