Recently, Chicago Judge Kathleen Kennedy approved the progression of a class action lawsuit against Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s administration on grounds that the city did not give enough notice for speed camera and stoplight violations. According to plaintiff attorney, Jacie Zolna, this case could potentially affect nearly 1.5 million Illinois motorists. The case accuses the city […]
Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law
What Is Workers’ Compensation? Workers’ Compensation is state system that allows most employees in the state to be compensated for an injury that they have sustained while working or because of their work. Workers’ Compensation ensures an injured employee receives a specified amount of compensation for an injury, while also making sure that the employer […]
Changes in Illinois Motor Vehicle Laws
The law is dynamic, not static – it is constantly changing. This reality can be problematic for people who don’t keep up with changes in the law because, as the old saying goes, “Ignorance of the law is no excuse”. Recent changes in Illinois motor vehicle accident and accident prevention laws are significant, especially with […]