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Are COVID-19 business interruption lawsuits dead in Illinois?
An Illinois appellate court joined courts across the country in siding with an insurance company against a business trying to recover lost income associated with COVID-19-related closures.…
Should You Invest in “Real Estate” in the Metaverse?
In a land called Sandbox, a company called Republic Realm sold 100 private islands, complete with villas and docks for boats and jet skis.…
Do You Want an Arbitration Provision in Your Contract?
Former Miami Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores is suing the National Football League, the Dolphins and other teams for racial discrimination in hiring and retention practices...…
BIPA Litigation Trends to Watch in 2022
Last week, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled that the Illinois Worker’s Compensation Act (IWCA) does not preempt claims for damages under...…
Odette Garza Borrega Celebrates 25 Years at Novack and Macey
Odette Garza Borrega Celebrates 25 Years at Novack and Macey…
Diversity lawsuits lose momentum, but companies must practice what their inclusion statements preach
Employers nationwide have embraced diversity and inclusion goals and have made important strides toward ensuring their management teams and boards include people of different races, ethnicities, and genders...…
Verdict Against Pharmacies May Herald Opioid Lawsuits Against Health Systems
In a closely watched case, an Ohio jury found that the nation’s three largest pharmacy chains...…
Illinois Law Limiting Restrictive Covenants Takes Effect Jan. 1
An Illinois law limiting the use of restrictive covenants and codifying existing case law around their enforcement takes effect January 1, 2022...…
Sixth Circuit Poised to Rule on the Vaccine-or-Test Mandate
Last month, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS)...…