A Case Discussion: People v. White 2020 IL App (1st) 171814

On June 4, 2026, the Internal Revenue Service announced a series of hiring events to take place across the country through the end of July 2026. The events are aimed at recruiting individuals for key seasonal roles, including customer service representatives and tax examining technicians.

Before you print a single petition or launch a campaign website, the first and most important question is this: Am I eligible to run for this office? In Illinois, failing to meet the basic eligibility requirements can disqualify a candidate before the race even begins. Understand the rules upfront.

This Lavelle Law Breakfast Briefs seminar highlighted actionable insights to protect and position your business for success, including: business entity selection; capital structure; key contract terms; and shareholder and operating agreements.

As a result of our efforts, the court reduced our client’s child support arrearage by half because of the mother’s intentional and prolonged refusal to provide her share of transportation costs. The court also ordered the mother to pay a substantial portion of the father’s attorney’s fees.

Anyone going through a divorce in Illinois is required to complete a financial affidavit as part of the legal process. Each spouse completes their own financial affidavit, utilizing all financial records and information available to them. Follow this step-by-step guide to streamline the process and avoid costly errors.

Write-in candidates are a unique feature of Illinois elections. They allow qualified individuals to run for office without appearing on the printed ballot. While this option provides flexibility, it comes with strict procedural requirements under the Illinois Election Code.

On March 13, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission sent warning letters to 97 dealerships nationwide concerning their advertising practices. This article addresses the practical implications of the FTC’s stance on dealer advertising and what dealers need to know to remain in compliance.

The Internal Revenue Service recently announced a new, streamlined way for taxpayers to extend the period of time for the IRS and the IRS Independent Office of Appeals to review a taxpayer’s response to a disallowance of an Employee Retention Credit (“ERC”) claim to avoid refund litigation.

Kerry Lavelle explains how business owners can access tax-deferred money, highlighting two selective strategies for key employees or management: Deferred Compensation Plans and Cash Balance Plans. Both allow business owners and key team members to earn money while deferring taxes.