On April 1, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the Asian American Bar Association of Chicago (AABA Chicago) in collaboration with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, will host a listening party and reception for the live‑streamed Supreme Court oral argument in the birthright citizenship case, Trump v. Barbara, No. 25-365.This event offers attendees a unique opportunity to experience and engage with an oral argument in real time addressing whether Executive Order No. 14,160 complies with the Citizenship Clause and 8 U.S.C. § 1401(a).  The Executive Order provides that children born to temporary visitors…
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Domestic battery is considered a serious offense in Illinois. This is due, in part, to the awareness and movements associated with domestic violence prevention. What do you do, though, when the allegations against you are completely false? Are you even at risk if you are truly innocent? It may seem that the obvious answer is no, you are not at risk if you have not done anything wrong. Yet this is not always the case. 
Disputing allegations of domestic battery can be incredibly stressful. Our Arlington Heights, IL criminal defense lawyer has successfully defended clients accused of violent crimes.
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Being cut off from a grandchild is one of the most painful experiences a grandparent can face. Whether it follows a divorce, a family dispute, the death of a parent, or a remarriage, the sudden absence of contact can feel both heartbreaking and helpless. The good news? In Illinois, grandparents do have legal options. At […]
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Marriages often break down slowly, and losing mutual respect is usually a major turning point in Illinois divorces. As respect fades, couples communicate less, trust each other less, and daily life becomes tense. We see this often with clients who are deciding whether to work on their marriage or move forward with divorce. While emotional distance is hard, it can also lead to important legal issues once divorce starts.
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Illinois uses a no-fault divorce system, so courts do not blame either spouse for the end of a marriage. Still, when respect is lost, certain behaviors can affect parenting plans,…
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Synopsis: Shocking IL WC Claims Where Our IL Courts Don’t Treat Them as WC Claims!!Editor’s Comment: As we reported last October 2025, in Rivas V. Benny’s Prime Chophouse LLC, Claimant was at work, ate food from his employer and sadly passed away at work. Turns out he was very allergic to sea food. You may note his widow probably didn’t get a dime in IL WC death benefits because to accept such benefits would change the course of the litigation that almost certainly was driven by the widow’s counsel into the common law courts.Please also note Decedent passed in 2010. While…
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Most lawsuits begin with the personal service by a Sheriff or by private process server handing to each defendant (the party being sued) or a member of the defendant’s household a summons (notice to appear in court) and a complaint (document alleging wrongful conduct and seeking recovery), requiring appropriate action by the defendant or risking entry of a default judgment (judgment entered without a trial).
Some dos and don’ts to remember when served with a lawsuit include:

  • Don’t panic. Your lawyer, accountant, and insurance carrier have been through this and are there to help.
  • Do read. Be sure you are

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Rincker Law, PLLC is proud to share that founder Cari Rincker has been featured in a Shelbyville Chamber of Commerce Member Spotlight, recognizing her commitment to the Shelbyville community and her leadership in agricultural, family, and business law.
For residents of Shelbyville and surrounding Central Illinois communities, Rincker Law, PLLC has become a trusted legal resource for individuals, farm families, and business owners navigating complex legal issues that impact their livelihoods and legacies.
Cari Rincker’s story is one of hard work, community values, and a deep connection to agriculture; a combination that continues to shape the mission and direction of…
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Many employers hesitate to discipline or terminate for misconduct if the employee has recently engaged in protected activity, such as requesting FMLA, seeking an accommodation, or filing a complaint. Suspicious timing can easily lead to a retaliation claim, so the concern is understandable. But hesitation has costs too for an organization—no accountability for the misconduct, past practice is now undermined, and the employee is emboldened to commit more policy violations.
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On Thursday, March 12, 2026, the Illinois State Bar Association formally filled its comment in opposition to the Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) Proposed Rule concerning “Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys.”

The Proposed Rule, which was filed by the DOJ last week, relates to state disciplinary agencies’ investigations and prosecutions of DOJ attorneys. It would establish a process for the DOJ to review bar complaints and allegations against its attorneys. Under the Proposed Rule, before a current or former DOJ attorney could participate in any disciplinary investigation by a state disciplinary authority,…
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A zombie business is what happens when a business loses its owner or a key owner without any plan in place for what comes next. The owner is gone, but the business staggers forward without direction, without legal authority, and without any structure to resolve the chaos.
It can happen when a founder dies, becomes incapacitated, or simply wants to retire. It can happen when a co-founder relationship falls apart with no exit plan. But death is the clearest example, and it is where the consequences hit hardest.
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Why Title Issues Can Delay a Home Sale
When most homeowners decide to sell their property, they focus on price, buyers, and closing dates. What many sellers don’t realize is that every real estate transaction also requires a title search to confirm that the seller can legally transfer ownership of the property.
Most of the time, the title search comes back clean and the transaction proceeds without any problems. But occasionally, the search reveals issues that must be resolved before closing can occur.
These are known as title issues, and while they are usually fixable, they can delay a…
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A major investigation into the Diocese of Providence revealed that dozens of priests allegedly abused hundreds of children over several decades, with some allegations dating back to the 1950s. Investigators reviewed hundreds of thousands of church records and identified widespread patterns of abuse and institutional failures to protect children.
For survivors, these findings highlight the importance of civil lawsuits that allow victims to pursue compensation and hold institutions accountable through Catholic Church sexual abuse lawsuits and child sexual abuse civil claims.
Since 1990, Sexner Injury Lawyers LLC has recovered millions of dollars for our clients all across the country…
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Una investigación importante sobre la Diócesis de Providence reveló que decenas de sacerdotes presuntamente abusaron de cientos de niños durante varias décadas, con algunas denuncias que se remontan a la década de 1950. Los investigadores revisaron cientos de miles de registros de la iglesia e identificaron patrones generalizados de abuso y fallas institucionales para proteger a los niños.
Para los sobrevivientes, estos hallazgos destacan la importancia de las demandas civiles que permiten a las víctimas buscar compensación y exigir responsabilidad a las instituciones mediante demandas por abuso sexual en la Iglesia Católica y reclamaciones civiles por abuso sexual infantil.
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MARCH 16, 2026 – Chicago is home to some of the most iconic St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the world, drawing crowds from across the city and suburbs for a weekend filled with parades, Irish pride, and plenty of green beer. This year, in an effort to make the holiday a little safer, Larry Disparti and Disparti Law Group gave away 1,000 free Uber vouchers to help ensure that those celebrating could get home safely.
The initiative builds on a long-running New Year’s Eve program, where Disparti Law Group distributes more than 1,000 ride vouchers annually. The effort has become…
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Thanks to Kerry Heaps for interviewing me on her 3/5/26 podcast Chromatic Counsel. It’s 30 minutes long and on YouTube here.

We discussed labor and employment law and HR, including what leaders and employers often misunderstand about workplace behavior. We also discussed:

  • preventive HR strategies that reduce risk before disputes happen;
  • leadership mistakes that quietly create legal exposure;
  • the role of body language and nonverbal cues in negotiations and investigations; 
  • public relations and the law; and
  • clothing and colors.

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