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Bar Briefs
The Bar Briefs is the monthly publication of the Kane County Bar Association, a not-for-profit organization comprised of more than 1200 attorneys, judges, and paralegals in Kane, DuPage, Kendall, and DeKalb Counties. The Bar Briefs includes legal articles, Kane County court information, local court rules and much more! We have many businesses already taking advantage of the benefits of advertising in our publication.
August 2010 / Feature Articles
Discovery of those Online: Using Supreme Court Rule 224 to Ascertain the Identity of Anonymous Online Posting
by Patrick M. Kinnally
Practical Appeals Advice, Part Eleven - Briefing
by Larry Wechter
Page 37 The Times They are a Changin’: It’s Time for Illinois to Enact Civil Unions
by Shannon R. Barnaby
Below is the link to the August 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/08.pdf
July 2010 / Feature Articles
2010-2011 Board of Managers
2010-2011 Committee Chairpersons
Patrick M. Kinnally, KCBA President 2010-2011
by Gerald K. Hodge
When Auctions Offer Advantages over the Conventional Sale of Real Estate - Part Two
by Wallace J. Wolff
I Don't Care About the Test Results - He's Still My Son
by Bill Durrenberger
Practical Appeals Advice - Part 10
by Larry Wechter
Unreasonable and Unrealistic Visitation Schedules in Illinois: A Closer Look at In re Marriage of Guthrie
by Devin Noble
Below is the link to the July 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/07.pdf
June 2010 / Feature Articles
Pro Bono Letter and Pro Bono Form
by Patrick M. Kinnally
Aurora Police Headquarters and Branch Court Facility
by Dean M. Frieders
Back to Basics: Filing Your First Civil Action Under Section 1983
by Andrew R. Smith
When Auctions Offer Advantages Over the Conventional Sale of Real Estate
by Wallace J. Wolff
27th Annual Law Day Mock Trials
by Tricia D. Goostree
Build Your Case with MySpace: The Impact of Social Networking Sites in the Law Enforcement and the Legal System
by Purvi Shah
Harassment Statutes after People v. Cardamone: Lowering the Bar for Conviction but Raising Constitutional Questions
by Nate Nieman
Below is the link to the June 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/06.2010barbriefs_Layout1.pdf
May 2010 / Feature Articles
Thornton v. Garcini: How the Illinois Supreme Court Setoff a Wave of Confusion for Civil Defendants
by Jason Meares
Due Process
by Robert J. Britz
Attorney Beware: Business Valuation in the Current Economic Climate--It Might be the Right Method, But it Could be the Wrong Answer
by Robert E. Kleeman, Jr.
The Basics of a chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case
by Lawrence W. Lobb
Below is the link to the May 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/05.2010barbriefs_Layout1.pdf
April 2010 / Feature Articles
Honorable Leonard J. Wojtecki, Associate Judge of the 16th Judicial Circuit
by Dean M. Frieders
Family Law Lawyer: Are Vacation Days Marital Property?
by Matt Shaw
Amended Illinois Statute to Affect Mortgages on Kane, Peoria and Will County Properties in Addition to Cook County, Illinois Properties
by David Nelson
Turning Justice into a Business: The Perils of Private Mediation in Tort Cases
by Patrick M. Flaherty
Tidbits from Patent History
by Mathew Perrone
KCBF Annual Report
Below is the link to the April 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/04.pdf
March 2010 / Feature Articles
Following the Bankruptcy Statutory Trail Regarding the Creation, Enforcement, and Defense of Child Support and Maintenance Obligations
by John Ruddy and Lincoln M. King
Red Light Photo Enforcement: Administrative Adjudications and the State of the Law
by Victor Puscas
Administrative Law from a Hearing Officer's Eyes
by Frederick DePasquale
Below is the link to the March 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/03.2010BarBriefs.pdf
February 2010 / Feature Articles
Ever Read the Mental Health and Development Disabilities Confidentiality Act?
by Matt Shaw
Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Recent Efforts to Narrow the doctrine of Preemption Puts Medical Manufacturers Between Competing FDA and State Regulations
by Brian Michael Krause
Below is the link to the February 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/02.2010BarBriefs.pdf
January 2010 / Feature Articles
Commingling Non-Marital and Marital Property: Reimbursement for Contributions?
by Matt Shaw
Voir Dire: How and Why We Can Participate
by Patrick M. Kinnally
What About the Lawyers? Criminal Conspiracy in the War on Terror
by Emily Martin
The Traveling Lawyer: Las Vegas, Nevada, 2009
by Thomas McClow
Below is the link to the January 2010 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/01.2010BarBriefs.pdf
December 2009 / Feature Articles
Judge Manuel Barbosa: Looking Back, Looking Forward
by Divya Sarang
Sunday Drivers and Terry Stops: A Look at the Upcoming Illinois Supreme Court Case of People v. Close
by Chris Sparks
Tossing Cookies, A True Life Christmas Story
by David Camic
The Traveling Lawyer: Punta Cana, Republica Dominicana, 2009
by Thomas McClow
Below is the link to the December 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/12.2009barbriefs.pdf
November 2009 / Feature Articles
Judge John A. Noverini
by Patricia Tauchert
The Political Activity Ban and "Pulpit Freedom sunday": How to Prevent Similar Tax Protests
by Aaron Galloway
Family Law Lawyer: Does More Parenting Time Justify Less Child Support
by Matt Shaw
Mechanics Liens: Don't be an Empathetic Owner
by Patrick M. Kinnally
VESSA: Workplace and Public Benefits Protection for Domestic/Sexual Assault Victims
by Anne C. Dunbar
Below is the link to the November 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/11.2009BarBriefs.pdf
October 2009 / Feature Articles
Missing the Target: Why the Illinois Supreme Court Should Have Re-examined Targeted Tender
by Rebecca Stephens
Family Law Lawyer
Maintenance: Payable upon Death? Tax Free?
by Matt Shaw
Practical Appeals Advice: Part Nine - Motion Practice in the Reviewing Courts
by Larry Wechter
Everything You Wanted to Know About Offers of Proof But Were Afraid to Ask
by Vazken Kazandjian
Below is the link to the October 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/10.2009barbriefs.pdf
September 2009 / Feature Articles
Why Some Auctions Fail: Is it the Property, the Seller, the Buyer or the Auctioneer?
by Wallace J. Wolff
Family Law Lawyer, Dissipation: When Does it Begin to Begin?
by Matt Shaw
The Red Flag Rules: Are You and Your Clients in Compliance?
by Ronald B. Kowalczyk
For Better or Morse: the Seventh Circuit's Recent Switch to Pickering and the Implications Morse v. Frederick May Have on Teacher Speech
by Steven L. Boldt
Below is the link to the September 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs: http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/09.2009BarBriefswebsite.pdf
August 2009 / Feature Articles
Honorable T. Jordan Gallagher, From Flock to Frock
by P.J. Gubbins
Family Law Lawyer - Part 1
by Matthew G. Shaw
Dissolving Entities
by Roman J. Seckel
Below is the link to the August 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs: http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/08.2009barbriefs.pdf
July 2009 / Feature Articles
2009-2010 KCBA President Julie L. Cibulskis
by Robert Speers
Back to Basics
by Matthew Leisten
Nine Simple Rules for Better Legal Writing
by Catherine D. Battista
The Traveling Lawyer: Spring Training 2009
by Thomas McClow
Below is the link to the July 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/07.2009BarBriefs.pdf
June 2009 / Feature Articles
IDES Audits: Deciding How Much a Company Owes
by Nancy E. Joerg
In re Estate of Feinberg: Illinois Testators Now "Partially Restrained" by their Own will Provisions
by Alexis Costello
Beware! Recent changes to Illinois Notary Public Law Affect Notaries and their Employers
by Mary Beth DeBord
Below is the link to the June 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/06.2009BarBriefs.pdf
May 2009 / Feature Articles
Pro Bono Publico
by Patrick M. Kinnally
the Logical Performer
by P.J. Gubbins
Back to Basics: The Illinois Workers' Compensation Act
by Ryan Theriault
A Look in the Rear View Mirror: Index of "Back to Basics" Articles
by the KCBA New Lawyer's Division
Below is the link to the May 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/05.2009BarBriefs.pdf
April 2009 / Feature Articles
April Fool's Issue
Below is the link to the April 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/04.2009barbriefs.pdf
March 2009 / Feature Articles
Zoning Away the Ugly: The Revolution of Aesthetic Zoning Ordinances in Illinois
by Brent R. Eames
Experienced, Bi-lingual & Loving Life as a Judge
by P.J. Gubbins
Effective Management of a Divorce Case
by Michelle L. Alexander
What is the IRS Doing to Help Struggling Taxpayers this Year?
by Judy Berndt
Below is the link to the March 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/03.2009BarBriefs.pdf
February 2009 / Feature Articles
How Judges Influence Advocacy
by Patrick M. Flaherty and Patrick M. Kinnally
Back to Basics: Premises Liability and Some Common Pit-falls
by Phillip A. Lorenz
Practical Appeals Advice - Part 8: Making the Appeal Even More Perfect
by Larry Wechter
Letter to the Editor:
Angela’s Ashes: The Limitations of the Law, Then and Now
by Thomas P. Scherschel
Below is the link to the February 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/02.2009BarBriefs.pdf
January 2009 / Feature Articles
Fair Value Versus Fair Market Value: Is There a Place for Fair Value in Marital Dissolution?
by Robert E. Kleeman, Jr.
Back to Basics: Orders of Protection
by Matthew Leisten
Ruffles and Flourishes, Hail to the New Chief Judge
by David E. Camic
I Learned About the Law From That: Bernard K. Weiler
by Dean M. Frieders
Traveling Lawyer: Southern California, July 2008
by Thomas McClow
Below is the link to the January 2009 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/January2009BarBriefs.pdf
December 2008 / Feature Articles
State Interlocutory Appeals: Overturning 30+ Years of Precedent - So Far
by Larry Wechter
Back to Basics: Unclaimed Funds in Your Trust Account
by Roman J. Seckel
Attorney Adventures: Treading the Boards Again
by Christine Pasko Falls
Traveling Lawyer: Baltic Delights, June 2008 - Part Two
by Thomas McClow
Below is the link to the December 2008 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/12.2008BBFinal.pdf
November 2008 / Feature Articles
The "Traveled On" Lawyer
by David E. Camic
Back to Basics: Handling Residential Real Estate Transactions Involving Closing Cost Credits
by Linda K. Leask
Findlaw: Three Keys to Successful Online Marketing
Traveling Lawyer: Baltic Delights, June 2008 - Part One
by Thomas McClow
Below is the link to the November 2008 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/11.2008BarBriefsFinal.pdf
October 2008 / Feature Articles
Could the Kane County Bar Association Really be 150 Years Old?
by Larry Wechter
Immigration Options for Non-Citizen Victims of domestic Abuse
by Amber Moore
Back to Basics: Estate Planning 101
by Brian O'Connor
Beyond the Bar: Dean Frieders, Attorney and Volunteer Firefighter
by Paul J. Glaser
"No Refusal" Weekends: Do They Pass Consitutional Muster?
by Lindsay Hatzis
Below is the link to the October 2008 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/10.2008bbfinal.pdf
September 2008 / Feature Articles
2008 Mid-Year Tax Planning:Eliminate Unwelcome Surprises
by Beth W. Wright
FindLaw: Marketing Your Law Firm to U.S. Hispanic Consumers
Back to Basics: An Introduction to Commercial Leases
by Burke Nihill
New VA Regulations Regarding Attorney Fees and Accreditation
by Steven C. Perlis
Below is the link to the September 2008 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/September2008BarBriefs.pdf
August 2008 / Feature Articles
Five Dollar Attorney, Bio of Honorable Linda Abrahamson
by P.J. Gubbins
Back to Basics: Preparing a Child Custody Case for Trial
by Gregory C. Maksimuk
Credibility is a Key Issue When Preparing Cases in the Context of Immigration Law
by Haley C. Gould
Below is the link to the August 2008 issue of the KCBA Bar Briefs:
http://www.kanecountybar.org/files/08.2008BarBriefsFinal.pdf
July 2008 / Feature Articles
2008-2009 KCBA President David E. Camic
by Gary Johnson
KCBA 2008-2009 Board of Directors
KCBA 2008-2009 Committee Chairs
Findlaw: Focused Marketing of Multiple Practice Areas
Rule-ing Class: Illinois Supreme Court Amends Rule governing Format of Appellate Briefs, Effective July 1st
by Paul J. Glaser
Back to Basics: Brownfields Site Remediation and Redevelopment
by Michelle L. Masoncup
June 2008 / Feature Articles
KCBA Board of Manager Election Results
Back to Basics: Basic Appellate Practice
by Roman J. Seckel
Pro Bono as a Professional Responsibility: Moving Illinois' Indigent Out of the Preamble
by Jonahan J. Tofilon
In Memoriam
Traveling Lawyer
by Thomas McClow
May 2008 / Feature Articles
In Memoriam
Findlaw: Keys to Effective ROI Measurements
Back to Basics: The ABCs of DBs and DCs
by Sheila Aiken and Michele L. Aiken
Non-Service-Connected Disability Pension: A Veteran's Benefit Every Elder Law Attorney Should Know
by Dawn M. Weekly
To Whom Does a Settlement Belong? Will v. Northwestern University and the Public Policy Behind Court-Supervised Settlement
by Ellen Craker
Traveling Lawyer: Iberostar Rose Hall, Jamaica '08
by Thomas McClow
April 2008 / Feature Articles
"Tactical Gamesmanship" and Trial Practice: Can it be Good Advocacy?
by Patrick M. Kinnally
People v. Smith: the Notice of Appeal You File Does Make a Difference
by Paul J. Glaser
Back to Basics: Ex Parte Judgments in Traffic court
by Dean M. Frieders
Emerging Trends in Impeaching the Expert: The Admissibility of Medical Experts' Personal Practices
by Lindsay Hatzis
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
March 2008 / Feature Articles
Findlaw: Using Search Engine Marketing to Your Advantage
Back to Basics: A Primer on Illinois Business Entities
by Brian J. O'Connor
Special Service Area in Illinois (Part 2)
by Dean M. Frieders
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Traveling Lawyer: Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico 2008
by Thomas McClow
February 2008 / Feature Articles
Prevailing Parties in Contract Litigation: "Who Are They?"
by Patrick M. Kinnally
Securities Regulator Makes Protection of Senior/Retiree Investors a High Priority
by James J. Eccleston
Back to Basics: Divorce and Non-Custodial Parent's Abiltiy to Claim Dependency Exemptions
by Gregory C. Maksimuk
Special Service Area in Illinois (Part One)
by Dean M. Frieders
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
January 2008 / Feature Articles
New Rules, Jury Instructions, Legislation and Case Law in the Area of Civil Practice: What's Happened, What's Here and What's Coming
by Patrick M. Kinnally
Ethics Violations to Avoid on the Law Firm Websites
by Findlaw
Of Dictators and Philosopher Kings: Anatomy of an Emergency
by Azhar J. Minhas
Back to Basics:
Making a Logo Go: The Federal Law Pertaining to copyrights, Trademarks and Service Marks
by Brie Crawford
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Feature Articles / December 2007
A Court Reporter's Perspective on Lawyers and Legal Proceedings
by Kathleen M. Grove and Co-author Nancy Moeller
Did You Know There is a Patron Saint of Lawyers and Judges?
by Victor E. Puscas, Jr.
Back to Basics: Family Medical Leave Act of 1993: How to Recognize a Possible Claim
by Brenda Boettcher Smith
SEC Approves Rule Increasing Protection for Deferred Variable Annuity Investors
by James J. Eccleston
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Feature Articles / November 2007
A Physician's Perspective on the Civil Justice System
by Thomas Huberty, M.D.
Advocacy for Mental Health Hands-on Assistance and Grassroots Organizing
by Donna J. Amburgey
How to Improve Your Search Engine Rankings
by Findlaw
Back to Basics: Two Strikes and You're Out: 730ILCS 5/5-6-1 (k) and its Effect on DUI and Traffic Cases
by Courtney Nogar
Neonatal Drug Testing: The Medical Perspective
by Paulette Campbell
Feature Articles / October 2007
Meet the Bailiffs
by Patrick M. Flaherty
A Century of Clancy
by Patricia J. Gubbins
Back to Basics: Expungement and Sealing of Adult Criminale Records
by Theresa Kay Buskey
Unloaded and Encased: Is "Fanny Pack Carry" Illinois De Facto Concealed Carry Permit?
by Evan Jennings Bonnett
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Traveling Lawyer: Cheyenne Frontier Days - 2007
by Thomas McClow
Feature Articles / September 2007
A Semester at Sea: A College Student's Excellent Adventure
by Raymond A. Witaske
FindLaw: The Ethics of Online Client Development
Simple Products Require Complex Analysis: When the Risk Utility Test Applies
by Andrew J. Smith
Back to Basics: Traffic Tickets
by Brian J. O'Connor
Cooperation Clauses and Waste Management: The Abrogation of the Attorney-Client Privilege
by Kelly J. Varsho
Feature Articles / August 2007
Swearing In Ceremony
Securities Regulator Alerts Investors to Global Market Risks
by James J. Eccleston
Primer for Satisfying Medicare Liens in Third Party Liability Cases
by Robert S. Kramer
Back to Basics: Applying for a Liquor License
by Dean Frieders
Lessons from Czarobski: How to Serve Real Estate Clients Amidst the Uncertainty of the Mutual Mistake Exception
by Laura J. Lee
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Traveling Lawyer: L.A. in May 2007
by Thomas McClow
Feature Articles / July 2007
2007-2008 KCBA President Biography
by Patricia J. Gubbins
2007-2008 Board of Directors
2007-2008 Committee Chairs
When Payments are Behind
by Donna Amburgey
The Ethics of Online Client Development
by Findlaw
Back to Basics: A Rose by Any Other Name - May or May Not be a Rose - The Distinguishing Characteristics of Federal Mark
by Brie A. Crawford
Between a Schoolhouse Rock & a Hard Place: The Procedural & Statutory Dilemma Plaintiffs Face in the Current No Child Left Behind Litigation
by April J. Morgan
Traveling Lawyer: Spring Break, Wisconsin Dells 2007
by Thomas McClow
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Feature Articles / June 2007
The Girl Who Would Be Judge: Judicial Profile of Honorable Marmarie Kostelney
by Patricia J. Gubbins
Reflections on a Mock Trial
by Colleen Platt
Back to Basics: Is It Over? The Issue of Reserving Issues in Final Judgments
by Roman J. Seckel
"Women of the West" - Attorneys Meet and Greet
by Mary F. Petruchius & Heather M. Fritsch
Section 115-10: Flirting With Unconstitutionality after Crawford v. Washington
by Kelly J. Varsho
Feature Articles / May 2007
In Memoriam - Honorees of the 2007 Memorial Service
Look to Morrow: Profile of the Honorable Robert Morrow
by Patricia J. Gubbins
Rule-ing Class: Quick Review of Recent Amendments to Supreme Court rules Effective May 1, 2007
by Paul J. Glaser
Mental Health Law Policy Report: A Mixed Bag
by Donna J. Amburgey
Back to Basics: No Good Deed Goes Unpunished: Personal Liability for Directors of Nonprofit Organizations
by Ryan J. Dowd
Do Patients Take Precedence Over Business?: The Status of Physician Restrictive Covenants in Illinois After Mahanty v. St. John Heart Clinic
by Jeffrey R. Hanes
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
April 2007 / April Fool's Issue
Feature Articles / March 2007
Admonitions in the Criminal Trial Court: Waiver of Counsel, Jury Demand, and Noncitizen Guilty Pleas
by Patrick M. Kinnally
What is the Magic Formula to Determine Payments to be Made by Chapter 13 Debtors Who Earn Above the Median Income?
by John Ruddy and Lincoln M. King
Amending the Health Savings Accounts: Reaching the Uninsured is Going to Take a National Effort
by Juanita Herring
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Feature Articles / February 2007
Profile of the Honorable Edward C. Schreiber: Interviewer Turned Interviewee
by P.J. Gubbins
Unpermitted Uses and Improvements in Reality: The Story of Sandra B.
by Donna Amburgey
Back to Basics: Small Claims are no Small Potatoes for New Lawyers
by Carolyn Jansons
The Illinois Eavesdropping Statute and Pedophile Stings
by Jennifer Lindt
Traveling Lawyer Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico 2006
by Thomas McClow
Kane County Bar Foundation Update
by Susan W. Rogaliner
Feature Articles / January 2007
Law With a Cause: A Real Estate Lawyer's Quest for a Meaningful Life
by Donna Amburgey
Swearing In Ceremony
by Jan Wade
An Ounce of Prevention
by Justin Lampel
Is Social Security Money Safe in a Bank?
by Brett Geiger
A Good Cause
by Bruce Steinberg
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Traveling Lawyer: Burgundy Barge Cruise, France 2006 - Part Two
by Thomas McClow
Feature Articles / December 2006
Practical Appeals Advice - Part 7 - More Perfecting the Appeal
by Larry Wechter
Lawyers in the Classroom Update
by Paul J. Glaser
States Take on Teen Steroid Use
by Jesse Sheehanr
Back to Basics:
Collecting Your Award: Enforcing Monetary Judgments Through collection Proceedings
by Roman J. Seckel
Traveling Lawyer: Burgundy Barge Cruise, France 2006 - Part One
by Thomas McClow
Feature Articles / November 2006
Practical Appeals Advice - Part 6 - Perfecting the Appeal
by Larry Wechter
Communication in the Information Age: E-mail and Related Privacy Acts
by Josephine Margaglione
"Hot Topics" in Domestic Violence
by Mary F. Petruchius
Back to Basics: Forcible Entry and Detainer
by Brian J. O'Connor
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
The Letter "M" in MCLE Does Not Stand for "Mandatory"
by Julie L. Cibulskis
Feature Articles / October 2006
Brokerage Firm's Supervisory Deficiencies Highlight Areas for Investor Concerns
by James J. Eccleston
The Satellite TV Pirate's Booty: Theft and Conversion of Intangible Property in Illinois
by Clayton P. Kawski
Back to Basics - Deposition Basics for New Lawyers
by Jonathan Pfleeger
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Feature Articles / September 2006
Protecting Independent Contractor Status When Completing the Paperwork for IDES Audits
by Nancy E. Joerg
Estate and Tax Planning Using Charitable Remainder Trusts
by Dwain K. Tataryn
The Impact of the New Bankruptcy Code on Family Law Practitioner
by John Ruddy and Lincoln M. King
Setting a Clearer Standard for Title VII Retaliation
by Kevin D. McHugh
Back to Basics - rule 216 Requests to Admit: A General Overview for Propounding, Responding and Effectively Utilizing Requests for Admissions
by Lyndsay A. Markley
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Traveling Lawyer - Boston/Cruise/Connecticut
by Thomas McClow
Feature Articles / August 2006
KCBA Enjoys Washington D.C. - 2006
by Carolyn Jansons
Swearing In Ceremony for the 16th Judicial Circuit
Practical Appeals Advice: Part 5 - Preparatory Steps to the Appeal (Cross Appeals)
by Larry Wechter
A Look at the History of Taxation of Discrimination and Harassment Litigation: Taxing Social Policy
by Dean Frieders
Back to Basics - Voluntary Dismissals: "an aid to the diligent, not a refuge for the negligent"
by Julie Cibulskis
Feature Articles / July 2006
Hail to the Chief...KCBA 2006/07 President Robert J. Britz
by P.J. Gubbins
Practical Appeals Advice: Part 4 - Preparatory Steps to the Appeal (Criminal Cases)
by Larry Wechter
New Supreme Court Rules to Change the Look of Briefs September 1st
by Paul J. Glaser
Sometimes Playing Nice is the Key: In re National Steel Company Helps Creditors Hedge Potential Risks in Lieu of Debtor Bankruptcy
by Juanita Herring
Back to Basics
by Dean Frieders
The Traveling Lawyer - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil '06 - Part 2
by Thomas McClow
Feature Articles / June 2006
The First Election
by Lisa M. Nyuli
Law Day Mock Trials
by Paul J. Glaser
Ask A Lawyer
by Gail Anstett-Patrick
Practical appeals Advice: Part 3 - Preparatory Steps to the Appeal (Civil Cases)
by Larry Wechter
A Dozen and One Civil Practice Opinions for the General Practitioner
by Patrick M. Kinnally
Access to Prescriptions: Pharmacist Rights and the Illinois Healthcare Conscience Act
by Sarah Holbrook
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
The Traveling Lawyer - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil '06 - Part 1
by Thomas McClow
Feature Article / May 2006
In Memoriam - Honorees of the 2006 KCBA Memorial Service
A Star Is Born
by Patricia J. Gubbins
Feds Bite U.S. Seniors: Innocent Seniors Take Medicaid Hit
by Rick Law, Ben A. Neilberger and James Haertel
Securities Regulators Announce "Unlucky 13" Investor Traps
by James J. Eccelston
When Child Support Never Ends
by Donna Amburgey
The Sliding Scale of Internet Personal Jurisdiction in Illinois: Rethinking the Effects of Zippo and Cyberspace Jurisprudence
by Anne W. Solka
Rehabilitation Complete: The Termination of Rehabilitative Maintenance
by Gregory Maksimuk
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Feature Article / April 2006
Administer Justice
by Bruce Strom
Prairie State
by Gregory W. Hoskins
KCBF Pro Bono Winner
by Gregory W. Hoskins
Practical Appeals Advice - To Appeal or Not Appeal (Reprint)
by Larry Wechter
Hedge Fund Due Diligence: A Must Before You or Your Adviser
by James J. Eccelston
Supreme Court Adopts New Rules - Effective July 1, 2006
by Paul J. Glaser
The Status of Suspiciousless Drug Testing Programs in Schools, and the Likely Expansion Path of Such Programs
by Julie Anderson
Feature Articles / March 2006
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court Judge Candidates Profiles
Profile by David Akemann
Profile by Honorable Thomas Mueller
Profile by Sandra Parga
Kane County Sheriff Candidate Profiles
Profile by Ignacio Pena
Profile by Pat Perez
Profile by Kevin Williams
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Accord and Satisfaction: Make it More Than a Paper Game
by Patrick Kinnally
Securities Regulator Issues its Review for 2005
by James J. Eccleston
Major Illinois Estate Tax Changes Now Effective
by Robert G. Turner
A CLE and MCLE Update
by Julie Cibulskis
Feature Articles / February 2006
Judicial Profile: Retired Chief Judge Gene Nottolini
by Paul J. Glaser
KCBF Presidents Page
by Susan W. Rogaliner
Appellate Jurisdiction: What's Left After Wauconda and Lyles?
by Larry Wechter
Offers of Proof: What are They and When do you Need Them?
by Patrick Kinnally
Traveling Lawyer: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic '05
by Thomas McClow
Land Planning Tools
by Chad J. Lersch
Feature Articles / January 2006
Securities Regulator Issues Warnings Regarding Equity-Indexed Annuities
by James J. Eccleston
Practical Appeals Advice - Part 2 of 3
by Larry Wechter
The Logic and Limits of the IL Credit Agreements Act Recent Court Decisions Hold that an Expansive View Violates Statutory Construction, Public Policy and Encourages Lender Over-Reaching - Part 2 of 2
by C. John Ruddy
Feature Articles / December 2005
Judicial Profile: Judge Timothy J. MCCann
by P.J. Gubbins
Supreme Court Adopts New Rules of Appellate Practice Effective January 1, 2006
by Paul J. Glaser
Practical Appeals Advice - Part 1 of 3
by Larry Wechter
The Logic and Limits of the IL Credit Agreements Act Recent Court Decisions that an Expansive View Violates Statutory Construction, Public Policy and Encourages Lender Over-Reaching, Part 1 of 2
by C. John Ruddy
The Non-Commodification of Music: Finding a Defense to File-Sharing in the Fair Use Doctrine
by Bethany N. White
Changes for 2006 Courthouse Security Passes
by Michael C. Doyen
Feature Articles / November 2005
Drainage Law and Development
by Patrick Kinnally
Double Opportunity to Appeal Double Jeopardy Claims
by Larry Wechter
Elder Law - Why We Do What We Do
by Rick Law
Discounted Medical Expenses Protected by the Collateral Source Rule
by Jon D. Hoag
Feature Articles / October 2005
Condemnation for Private Use: How the Vaunted New London Case Fails to Affect Eminent Domain in Illinois
by Dean Frieders
Demystifying Tax Returns to Uncover Assests and Cash Flow
by Dwain Tataryn
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Poker Tournaments in Illinois
by Matthew Robinson
A Primer on Alternative Investments and Managed Futures in Particular
by James Eccleston
Feature Articles / September 2005
State Securities Regulators Unveil "Top10 Threats to Investors"
by James J. Eccleston
Habitat for Humanity
by Wally Wolff
Traveling Lawyer: Netherlands River Cruise
by Thomas McClow
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Students Show No Likelihood of Success...When Seeking Injunctive Relief From School Discipline
by Dana Johnson
Feature Articles / August 2005
Frye and the Admission of Scientific Expert Testimony
by Susan Clancy Boles
Some Thoughts About Lawyers
by Jim Skaar
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
When Childhood Obesity Becomes Child Neglect
by Desiree Sierens and Deborah Lang
Feature Articles / July 2005
The Impact of the 2005 Bankruptcy Reform Legistlation on Secured Lendors, Debtors, and Debtors' Attorneys
by John C. Ruddy and Lincoln King
KCBF - A Sound Foundation
by Paul Glaser
The Lawyer As Peacemaker
by Richard G. Larsen
Much Ado About Nothing
by John M. Beardsley
Feature Articles / June 2005
Long Term Care Planning
by Jeffrey Schmidt
A Procedural Guide to Eminent Domain
by Dean Frieders
Law Day Mock Trials
by Paul J. Glaser
Stock Investors Soon May Recover Losses from Research Analyst Settlement
by James J. Eccleston
Parental Rights Over Education in Illinois
by Holly G. Grange
Feature Articles / May 2005
Bill Murphy
by Pat Kinnally
How to Care For Your Pet After You Have Gone
by Jeffrey C. Schmidt
Protecting Children After Divorce
by John Ruddy
Are Circuit Courts Deprived of Jurisdiction After the Filing of a Notice of Appeal?- Part Five
by Larry Wechter
Flynn v. Industrial Commission: When Seasonal Employment is Concurrent Employment Under the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act
by Jon D. Hoag
Feature Articles / April 2005
The April 2005 Bar Briefs Issue was an April Fool's 'Spoof' Edition
Feature Articles / March 2005
Are Circuit Courts Deprived of Jurisdiction After the Filing of a Notice of Appeal - Part 3?
by Larry Wechter
Revisiting the Confrontation Clause:IL Courts Respond to Crawford v. Washington
by Tom Kelly
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
Traveling Lawyer - Places to See Before You Die?
by Thomas McClow
KCBF Pro Bono Winner 2005 - Brad Swearingen
Feature Articles / February 2005
Climbing Mount Everest, or the Difficulty Trustees Face in Proving Ratification of Imprudent Investment Decisions
by James J. Eccleston
A Sound Foundation: Celebrating a First Birthday
by Paul J. Glaser
Are Circuit Courts Deprived of Jurisdiction After the Filing of a Notice of Appeal? - Part 3 of 3
by Larry Wechter
The Federal Common Law of Foreign Relations
by Joel Huotari
Feature Articles / January 2005
Avoiding Common Investor Problems
by James J. Eccleston
Controlling Precedent
by Paul J. Glaser
A Sound Foundation: Tell Me Again About How Lawyers Are Uncaring Slimebuckets
by Paul J. Glaser
Family Law Award Winner
by Lisa M. Nyuil
Roy Lasswell Stories
by Fred M. Morelli, Jr.
Are Circuit Courts Deprived of Jurisdiction After the Filing of a Notice of Appeal? - Part 2 of 3
by Larry Wechter
Red
by P. J. Gubbins
Protecting the Parent-Child Relationship: The Need for IL Courts to Extend Standing to Non-biological Parents in Regard to Violation Proceedings
by Desiree Sierens
Feature Articles / December 2004
Judicial Profile: Judge Donald C. Hudson
by Paul J. Glaser
Doing What You Love to Do
by Larry Wechter
An Overview of Medical Records
by Stephen L. Hicks
Are Circuit Courts Deprived of Jurisdiction After the Filing of a Notice of Appeal? - Part 1 of 3
by Larry Wechter
NASD Advise How to Understand Stock Analyst Recommendations
by James J. Eccleston
John Doe Indictments in Illinois: The Efficacy of Toiling the Statute of Limitations in Sexual Assult Cases
by Brigid Reilly
Feature Articles / November 2004
KCBA Distinguished Service Award Recipient, Paul J. Glaser
by Kevin Drendel
To Frye or Not to Frye: Expert Testimony in Taylor, Bolton, and Erbe
by Azhar J. Minhas
Post-Sentencing Motions in Criminal Cases (Part 2) or "I Thought I was Finished with this Client"
by Larry Wechter
Beware of Brokerage Firm Mortgages
by James J. Eccleston
KCBA Receives Luminary Award
by Gregory W. Hoskins
People v. Hummel and the Recent "Single Course of Conduct" Conflict in Illinois
by Michael Delcomyn
Feature Articles / October 2004
*Circuit Judge: Shari D. Goggin-Ward
Democratic Candidate
*Circuit Judge: Robert Spence
Republican Candidate
*State's Attorney: John Barsanti
Republican Candidate
*State's Attorney: Renee' Robinson
Democratic Candidate
Recklessness Versus Negligence or When is a Traffic Accident a Crime
by Larry Wechter
An Overview of Medical Records
by Stephen L. Hicks
Investors Should Consult the Independent Stock Research Now Avaliable
by James J. Eccleston
The Amended Illinois Grandparent Visitation Statute - New and Improved
by Mark A. Harper, Ph.D.
Feature Articles / September 2004
Sister RoseMarie Lorentzen - KCBA's 2004 Liberty Bell Award Recipient
by Judy L. Hogan
Tim Reuland - KCBA's 2004 Community Service Award Recipient
by Judy L. Hogan
Constructive Discharge in the Context of a Sexual Harassment Claim
by Michael I. Leonard
Preparing to Effectively Cross-Examine an Expert Opinion Witness
by Stephen Hicks
ICAA: An Expansive View Violates Statutory Construction, Public Policy, and Encourages Lended Over-Reaching
by John Ruddy
The High Court Upholds the Pledge of Allegiance: Is Another Challenge Likely to Succeed?
by Kaycee Leifheit
Feature Articles / August 2004
Tour of London's Old Bailey Criminal Courts Buildings
by Chief Judge Philip L. DiMarzio
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Supreme Court
by Judge Gene L. Nottolini
How to Win with IDES Hearing on he Issue of Voluntary Quit
by Nancy E. Joerg
A Weekend in Washington, D.C. with the KCBA
by Gregory W. Hoskins
The Dancing Crab
by Crabbe de Morte
KCBA Supreme Court Admission Ceremony
by Gegory W. Hoskins
Feature Articles / July 2004
2004 - 2005 KCBA Officers & Directors
Lisa M. Nyuli, 2004-05 KCBA President
by Gregory W. Hoskins
Colorful Counsel - Roy Lasswell
by Larry Wechter
Illinois Appellate Court Rules, Second District
Effective July 1, 2004
Understanding the Roe of the Brokerage Firm Research Analyst
by James L. Eccleston
Feature Articles / June 2004
Law Day Mock Trials
by Paul J. Glaser
In Memory of Raymond Todd Brasel
Post-Sentencing Motions in Criminal Cases
by Larry Wechter
NASD Discusses Investor Protection Agenda
by James L. Eccleston
Elder Abuse: Protecting the Elderly from the Ones they Love
by Lynsey A. Crowell
The Making of a Lawyer
by Randle E. Johnson
Feature Articles / May 2004
A Few Words of Advice to Recently Admitted Lawyers
by Honorable Alfred Y. Kirklsnd, Sr.
KCBA Memorial Service - Honored Colleagues
William P. Brady: Recent Judicial Appointment
by Larry Wechter
The New "Servicemembers Civil Relief Act" Protecting the Men and Women Who Protect You
by 1st Lt. Carlo D. Colosimo
Groh v. Ramirez and the Fourth Amendment: Is Balancing the True Explanation?
by Michael Delcomyn
More Protection for Customers Who Have Claims and Awards Against Brokerage Firms
by James J. Eccleston
Feature Articles / April 2004
What Constitutes "Reasonable Accommodation" Under the ADA?
by Michael I. Leonard
The Impact of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act on Law Firms
by Rachel Hess
When May a Motorist Communicate with an Attorney Prior to Being Requested to Submit to a Breathalyzer Test in Illinois?
by Kerry A. Bute
Tips on Appellate Court Motion Practice
by Robert J. Mangan
Feature Articles / March 2004
The Lawyer's Resources for Tax Research
by Stephen L. Hicks
In Defense of White, Gonzalez, and a Citizen's Right to be Free from Unreasonable Searches and Seizures
by Jennifer W. Stock
Are Lawyers a Joke?
by John E. Juergensmeyer
Alison V. v. Westcott: Does One Date Constitute a Dating Relationship for the Purposes of Obtaining an Order of Protection?
by Meeghan N. Lee
Civil Practice Do's and Don'ts: Lessons from Recent Cases
by Patrick M. Flaherty
Feature Articles / February 2004
Children's Waiting Room Muralist
by Paul J. Glaser
NASD Caution Regarding Free-based Brokerage Accounts may be the Start of the Next Wall Street Debacle
by James J. Eccleston
People v. Edwards: "Once More Unto the Breach" Created by Omitted Jury Instructions
by Michael I. Leonard
Feature Articles / January 2004
A Trial Lawyer's Primer on the Tax Process
by Stephen L. Hicks
What is a Patent?
by Matthew R.P. Perrone, Jr.
Stipulated Bench Trials Preserve the Right of Appeal
by Larry Wechter
Paralegal Program Needs Your Input on Law Office Technology
by Laurel Vietzin
Between the Means and the End
by Amy M. Miller
Please refer to your issue of the Bar Briefs to read these articles in full. If you no longer have your copy, contact the KCBA office and we can make a copy of the article you need.
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