Publications
Douglas C. GieseSpring 2013
A recent Illinois Appellate Court opinion explored the conflict between mortgage holders and mechanics lien claimants who both have lien claims against the same property.
Joshua T. BarneySpring 2013
An injury to an employee that occurs during his or her commute to or from work is normally not within the course of employment, and therefore, is not compensable under the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. There is, however, an exception for "traveling employees." A “traveling employee” is one who is required to travel away from his employer’s premises in order to perform his job.
Bruce H. SchoumacherSpring 2013
On February 13, 2013, Governor Quinn signed into law Public Act 097-1165, which amends Section 16 of the Illinois Mechanics Lien Act. The Act was supported by contractors and sets aside the result of the decision of the Illinois Supreme Court in the Cypress Creek case.
Aaron A. De AngelisSpring 2013
The Fifth District Appellate Court has confirmed in a recent opinion that the repair of an improvement to real property does not trigger the ten-year statute of repose for construction claims in Illinois.
Nicholas JohnsonSpring 2013
Often times, if a worker is injured while working on a construction project, the injured worker, in addition to its workers’ compensation claim against its employer, will seek recovery from the general contractor or another contractor on the project.
Thomas C. KaufmannApril 25, 2013 Jason Callicoat
February 19, 2013 Peter D. Graham
January 30, 2013
In the attached bulletin, Peter Graham explains the reason behind the recently enacted Illinois Benefit Corporation Act. It is an option an Illinois corporation should consider if it wants to do business in a manner which favors the environment and good works over the pursuit of pure profit.
Peter E. ConverseDecember 14, 2012
If two or more people own a business, they should consider an agreement which clarifies the respective rights and duties of the owners, and outlines what happens when one of the owners wants to retire or dies. The attached article by Peter Converse highlights some of the reasons business owners should have such agreements.
Joshua T. BarneyNovember 30, 2012
Come retirement, many Illinois retirees split their time between a warm climate during the winter and Illinois during the warmer months. Josh Barney’s attached article discusses a recent Illinois case holding that Illinois retirees can enjoy both and also reduce their Illinois income taxes.
Douglas C. GieseNovember 13, 2012
Doug Giese has written an interesting article about fire fighters who sued the manufacturer of their siren because was too loud. His piece is attached.
Jason CallicoatNovember 8, 2012
Jason Callicoat discusses an important lesson for management when it investigates the activities for current and former employees.
Peter E. ConverseNovember 5, 2012
In the attached bulletin, Peter Converse points out that the use of a limited liability company to protect a person's assets may not always be the best alternative.
Timothy R. RabelNovember 2, 2012 David M. Lewin
October 12, 2012
Attached is an article by David M. Lewin, Counsel at Querrey & Harrow, regarding a recent construction insurance case with an interesting twist. The decisions made by the court in the case summarized by Mr. Lewin clearly illustrate the meaning of "Separation of Insureds" in the basic general liability insurance policy. If you have questions regarding this article or regarding insurance coverage in general, please contact David M. Lewin via dlewin@querrey.com.
Larry S. KowalczykSeptember 27, 2012
As businesses continue to grow by acquiring talent from competitors, they must be alert to potential trade secret problems. The attached article briefly considers the Illinois Trade Secret Act.
Peter D. GrahamSeptember 10, 2012
The attached article by Q&H Attorney Peter Graham underscores the importance of general contractors taking the lead in avoiding a hostile work environment on their projects.
Stacey McGlynn AtkinsAugust 16, 2012 Estate Planning Update
July 30, 2012 July 2012 Joshua T. Barney
June 19, 2012 Joshua T. Barney
June 2012
