Learn how owing back child support in Iowa can lead to driver’s license suspension, what exemptions apply, and how to challenge a Certificate of Noncompliance. | O’Flaherty Law – Learn About Law Legal Articles, Videos & Podcasts with O’Flaherty Law
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Gain exclusive insights into the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s groundbreaking effort that led Argentina’s President Javier Milei to recently declassify secret archives on Nazi fugitives. As modern antisemitic sentiment spreads throughout Latin America—including amid the ongoing situation in Venezuela—learn about revolutionary approaches through the justice system that are serving as a roadmap for combating hate across the globe.
Presented in partnership with The Decalogue Society of Lawyers.
You can receive CLE credits for your participation either in-person or Zoom. A Zoom link will be provided closer to the program and a kosher lunch will be avaliable for in-person guests.
For more…
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The Chicago Bar Association Committee Meeting Notice
Please join the Solo/Small Firm Practitioners Committee for the following meeting:
Date/Time: March 3, 2026, from 12:15pm-1:30pm CST
Topic: Codify Your Signature System: The competitive edge smaller firms use to stand out in crowded markets
Speaker: Marcel Krawczyk, Founding President, Little Jack
Description: Most small firms struggle because they’re trying to grow without the foundational clarity that makes growth actually work. Marketing feels scattered. Sales feels inconsistent. Delegation keeps failing. It’s easy to lower your fees, hire another vendor, or pour money into ads without knowing what’s actually driving…
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Understanding Maintenance (Alimony) in Illinois: Who Pays, How Much, and for How Long
Key Insights:

  • Spousal maintenance isn’t automatic in Illinois. Courts award spousal maintenance only when there’s genuine financial need, and the other spouse has the ability to pay. Getting divorced doesn’t guarantee you’ll pay or receive support.
  • Illinois uses a formula to calculate maintenance. To calculate maintenance, take 33.3% of the higher earner’s net income and subtract 25% of the lower earner’s net income. The recipient cannot receive more than 40% of the couple’s combined net income.
  • Duration of maintenance depends on marriage length. The longer you were

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In 2004, a village in Illinois
established a tax-increment financing district (TIF #1) to revitalize its town
center. In 2021 (6 years before the expiration of TIF #1), the village passed
several ordinances to create a new TIF district comprised entirely of parcels
of land that were previously included in the original TIF district’s
redevelopment area (TIF #2). The majority of the parcels in TIF #2 are owned by
a local hospital network, which entered into a redevelopment agreement with the
village to increase parking for its facilities and facilitate the development
of a mixed-use commercial building. Due to delays…
Continue Reading In the Zone: Appellate Court Rules in Favor of Village in TIF Dispute with Schools

Breakdowns in hospital communication cause serious injuries when medical professionals fail to share or act on crucial, patient-specific information during consultations, shift handovers, and interdepartmental transfers. The main reason hospitals rarely admit to communication errors after a patient gets harmed is to avoid legal and financial liability. A lawyer can determine if you have a medical malpractice case if you were injured because of breakdowns in hospital communication. The lawyer can also help you compile enough evidence and build a strong case against the responsible hospital or healthcare provider. Were you seriously injured because of a breakdown in hospital communication?
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Background

Plaintiff Raymond Winkler[i] hired defendant Danna Pools, Inc. (DPI) to construct an in-ground swimming pool at plaintiff’s home. The contract guaranteed DPI’s work would be free from defects in material and workmanship for 14 months from the date the pool was filled with water.  It also expressly voided all warranties if maintenance, service, or warranty work was performed by anyone other than DPI. The pool was filled with water in July 2019.

During the 2019 season, defendant performed various services, including vacuuming, chemical testing, routine maintenance, and training plaintiff on proper pool maintenance and chemical levels. A maintenance…
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If you or someone you love has been charged with a property crime in 2026, you may be hearing words like burglary, robbery, and theft used almost interchangeably. They are not the same thing. 
In Illinois, these are three separate crimes with very different definitions and very different consequences. A Chicago criminal defense lawyer can review your case for free and help you understand what you are actually facing.
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Most people think estate planning is something you do to protect your family after you die. But one of the biggest threats to your family’s financial security has nothing to do with death; it is what happens if you are still alive but suddenly cannot make decisions for yourself. 
A stroke, a serious accident, a degenerative illness, or even a temporary medical crisis can leave you unable to manage. If you have not planned for that moment before it arrives, the consequences for your family can be devastating and permanent.
If you are considering your family’s future in 2026, a…
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If you were hurt because of someone else’s actions, it is often best to call a lawyer as soon as possible. Getting legal help early can protect your rights, preserve important evidence, and help you avoid mistakes that could hurt your claim.
Personal injury law can be complex, but early guidance can make a big difference. Our Schaumburg, IL personal injury lawyers help injured individuals understand their options and take steps to protect their future.
As of 2026, Illinois law still allows injury victims to seek compensation when someone else’s negligence causes harm. Acting early can help you protect your…
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Burglary charges can be dropped in Illinois in certain situations. Remember, a charge is not the same as a conviction, and there may be ways to challenge the case. At The Law Office of Brian J. Mirandola, we can help you understand if that is a possibility in your case. 
If you are facing charges in 2026, it is important to understand that you still have legal rights and options. Our Kane County, IL burglary defense lawyer can review the details of your case and take steps to protect your future.
What Is Considered Burglary Under Illinois Law?
Under Illinois…
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Michelle Sanders, Macon County Public Defender’s Office (Source: Michelle Sanders).
Our Professionalism Spotlight series highlights Illinois legal professionals who demonstrate the ideals of professionalism in their careers.
In this Professionalism Spotlight, we spoke to Michelle Sanders, Chief Public Defender for the Macon County Public Defender’s Office.
When Michelle began practicing law in 2007, she served as an Assistant Public Defender in Macon County, handling criminal felonies.
She then served as a law clerk to Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lisa Holder White, who served on the Fourth District Appellate Court at the time.
In 2018, Michelle returned to the Macon County Public…
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Can you evict a family member in Iowa without a written lease? Learn how Iowa law distinguishes guests from tenants, what notice is required, and when you must file a forcible entry and detainer action. | O’Flaherty Law – Learn About Law Legal Articles, Videos & Podcasts with O’Flaherty Law
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There is a growing circuit split between the Third and Fifth circuits over whether employers can block National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) proceedings while raising constitutional challenges. The disagreement centers on the Norris-LaGuardia Act (NLGA), a nearly century-old law designed to keep federal courts out of labor disputes, which is driving one of the biggest fights in labor and employment law at the moment. With two circuits now at odds, Supreme Court review is increasingly likely and the question is deceptively simple: Can a federal court order the NLRB to stop its proceedings while a lawsuit challenging the Board’s constitutionality…
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Organization

We are proud to announce that our founding attorney, Jeremy S. Baker, was recently appointed to the Construction Arbitration Panels of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), marking a significant milestone in the field of construction dispute resolution. If you are an architect, engineer, design builder, or developer facing arbitration, you understand how much is at stake when a neutral decision-maker evaluates your claims. An experienced lawyer could guide you through that process, helping you prepare your case with clarity and precision.
When you are involved in…
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If you rely on standard form agreements to structure risk on your projects, changes to those documents matter. We are proud to announce that Baker Law attorney Jonathan Berjikian has earned an appointment to the AIA Contract Documents Committee liaison role, joining founding attorney Jeremy S. Baker in this important position, at a time when many architects, engineers, and design-build professionals are watching the next generation of AIA forms take shape. When core agreements evolve, your business operations and risk profile may evolve with them.
For design and construction counsel, you look to experienced attorneys who stay close…
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