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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.

Losing a job or experiencing a change in employment status can be stressful, particularly when it impacts health insurance coverage. The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (“COBRA”) provides a critical safety net by allowing employees and their families to continue employer-sponsored health coverage.

In a contentious probate matter involving a disputed deed to residential property, our client, the administrator of the estate, seeks to recover assets after the deed was recorded by the decedent’s neighbor.

Major life events, shifts in financial status, and changes in the applicable law can all affect your estate plan, and those changes may require you to make some edits to your documents. So, this spring, dust off your estate plan and consider the following 8 circumstances that signal an update is needed.

The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that it is seeing the 2026 filing season have a rise in tax refunds. With the April 15th deadline approaching, the IRS stated that there is a smooth pace at which taxpayers are getting their refunds, with the high use of electronic filing.

Launching or growing a business? Don’t get tripped up by the legal stuff that can make or break you. Join us for this free seminar on May 13, 2026, and learn key legal tips for entrepreneurs.