At Rincker Law PLLC, our commitment to exceptional client service is driven by the dedicated professionals who strengthen our firm each day. As part of our Meet the Team series, we are proud to spotlight Linda Gibson, our Senior Certified Paralegal, whose experience, compassion, and meticulous attention to detail make her an invaluable member of our team.
With several years of paralegal experience across multiple practice areas, Linda plays a pivotal role in ensuring clients receive the efficient, high-quality legal support they deserve.
A Celebrated Achievement: Linda’s Election to the 2026 CIPA Board-Elect
We are thrilled to share that…
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December 11th, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – MediNatura Inc. of New Mexico has voluntarily recalled ReBoost Nasal Spray to the consumer level. Continuing to use the contaminated nasal spray could result in severe or even life-threatening health complications. The contamination poses an especially serious risk to the immune compromised population. To date, no adverse health events have been reported.

ReBoost Nasal Spray was sold nationwide via online and retail stores. It is a homeopathic nasal spray designed to alleviate various nasal issues, including congestion, sinus headache, runny nose, and nasal itching. The product is packaged in a white and yellow carton…
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Many inventors file their own patents hoping to save time and money. This is often the costliest mistake of all. DIY filing often results in vague, weak, or incomplete patent claims that are either rejected or, worse, easily worked around by competitors.
The post Patent Sin #6. Amateurism: The Mad Scientist Mistake of Self-Filing Without a Patent Attorney appeared first on King Patent Law.
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In a recent election contest
lawsuit, an Illinois Appellate Court upheld the dismissal of a challenge to a 2022 constitutional amendment election. Weckbacher,
et al. v. Watson, et al.After a constitutional amendment
was passed by Illinois voters at the 2022 general election (the Workers Rights Amendment that incorporated employee rights to collectively organize and bargain into Article I of the Illinois constitution), a group of
plaintiffs sued the State Board of Elections (Board) to invalidate the
election. Plaintiffs’ lawsuit argued the ballot used in the election, and
approved by the Board, was illegal because it did not print the…
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Teen distracted driving is far more dangerous and widespread than most people think, with nearly 6 out of 10 moderate-to-severe teen crashes involving some form of distraction—far higher than previously reported. A groundbreaking review by the AAA Foundation, based on real in-car crash videos, revealed shocking truths about how often teens are looking away from the road, using their phones, talking to passengers, and failing to take life-saving evasive actions. These findings confirm one reality: teen distraction is not a minor problem—it is a crisis.
Below, we break down unbelievable statistics, hidden causes, risks in cities like Chicago, and…
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Illinois boating laws make one point very clear: teens must follow strict age rules, certification guidelines, life jacket laws, and sobriety standards to legally and safely operate a boat. Teens aged 12–17 can only drive a motorboat over 10 horsepower if they hold a Boating Safety Certificate, while children 10–11 may operate only with direct adult supervision. All children under 13 must wear a life jacket, PWC operators must be at least 10, and reckless or impaired boating laws apply equally to minors. These rules are firmly enforced across Illinois, including busy boating areas near Chicago, the Fox River,…
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Medical errors have been widely reported—most notably in a major 2016 Johns Hopkins study published in The BMJ—as potentially the third leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for more than 250,000 deaths each year, ranking just behind heart disease and cancer. Although these figures are debated in the medical community, they underscore a troubling reality: preventable mistakes in American healthcare systems continue to claim lives, often without ever appearing on official death records. This concern is especially critical in major metropolitan areas like Chicago, Illinois, where large hospital systems handle enormous patient volumes and must constantly…
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With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted inventions, the rules around inventorship are more crucial than ever.
• The Rule (per Updated USPTO Guidance, November 2025): Only natural persons (human beings) can be inventors or joint inventors on U.S. patent applications.
The post Patent Sin #5. Impersonation: Using Generative AI and Claiming You’re the Inventor appeared first on King Patent Law.
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I did not anticipate doing another blog entry until the week of Christmas. However, my daughter’s flight into Atlanta is delayed, and so I have some time. I actually relax by writing (weird I know), and this blog entry is extremely short. So why not? My next blog entry will be the greatest hits of 2025, that I will put up Christmas week. The blog entry is a two-for-one. First, a per curiam decision from the United States Supreme Court in Doe v. Dynamic Physical Therapy, LLC, has the potential to be incredibly significant. That decision can be found here.
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With the bright lights of the marquee shining onto Halsted Street, this appears to be a unique place to check out a show or film.

That’s true about Ramova Theatre, but there is so much more to this venue in the Bridgeport neighborhood where it resides just south of 35th Street.

Emily and Tyler Nievus wanted it to be that way when the native Chicagoans returned from New York to resurrect the decades-old venue that had fallen into disrepair.

Beyond the famous performers they’ve had at the venue since opening in 2023, like Chance the Rapper, Ramova has become a…
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In recent years, communities across the United States have mobilized to oppose immigration detentions and deportations carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In many neighborhoods, residents gather to document enforcement actions, question the legality of ICE warrants, or stand publicly with targeted families. This groundswell of civic engagement reflects a profound public concern about immigration enforcement, but it also raises critical questions about the legal rights of those who choose to speak out. Understanding where the Constitution protects your actions—and where the law draws clear lines—is essential for anyone who wants to safely and effectively participate in…
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Se Presenta Demanda Por Lesiones Personales Alegando Que la Policía y el Hospital no Protegieron al Paciente
Recientemente, en una noche fría y nevada, un joven que tenía planes de asistir a la Universidad de Illinois en Chicago fue atropellado por un automóvil mientras caminaba por una carretera oscura en Orland Park, Illinois. Cómo llegó a ese lugar en ese momento es objeto de una demanda que posteriormente se presentó en el condado de Will. Los hechos comenzaron después de que el empleado de una gasolinera denunciara a un hombre que actuaba de forma errática. Fue recogido en Worth por…
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En los últimos años, comunidades en todo Estados Unidos se han movilizado para oponerse a las detenciones y deportaciones llevadas a cabo por el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE). En muchos vecindarios, los residentes se reúnen para documentar acciones de cumplimiento, cuestionar la legalidad de las órdenes de ICE o mostrar apoyo público a familias que están siendo objetivo de agentes federales. Este aumento en la participación cívica refleja una profunda preocupación pública sobre la aplicación de las leyes migratorias, pero también plantea preguntas críticas sobre los derechos legales de quienes deciden alzar la voz. Entender en…
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Even if your invention is new (novel), you may not obtain a patent if it is deemed obvious.
The Test: The invention must not be an obvious extension or modification of existing work in the eyes of a person having ordinary skill in the relevant field (PHOSITA).
The post Patent Sin #4. Obviousness: Just an “Expected” Variation appeared first on King Patent Law.
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Earlier this year, we reported on a Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals case that dismissed a First Amendment lawsuit brought by library patrons against a Texas library after the library removed 17 books because of their content. Two of the books the library removed were “Larry the Farting Leprechaun” by Jane Bexley and “My Butt is so Noisy!” by Dawn McMillian. The patrons argued that the library’s removal of books based on their content violated their right to receive information under the free speech clause. The district court agreed and issued a preliminary injunction against the library, but the Fifth Circuit…
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Nursing homes provide significant care for older adults and people recovering from certain medical conditions. However, when these facilities fall short of professional expectations, residents may be at risk of suffering from abuse, neglect, or misconduct. Poorly rated nursing homes, such as Magnolia Manor of Columbus Nursing Center in Columbus, GA, are often liable for the legal damages residents suffer in such cases.

At the Nursing Home Law Center, we will stand by your side as you pursue fair compensation for your legal damages caused by abuse or neglect. As compassionate lawyers for nursing home abuse victims, we know…
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