As we close the door on 2015 and ring in 2016, scores of laws that were passed by the Illinois General Assembly during the year will take effect. While we will continue to keep you apprised of laws to look … Continue reading
The Chicago Tribune’s Editorial Board published an insightful editorial about the Glenn Evans trial: Editorial: Acquitting a Chicago police commander Glenn Evans, one of the Chicago Police Department’s 22 district commanders, was accused of chasing a suspect, Rickey Williams, into a building, … Continue reading
I’d like to give a very special thanks to my husband Dean and my associate Tim for being my partners on this case. I’d also like to thank my wonderful staff: Maddy, Jayne and Matthew for the excellent work they did … Continue reading
Tuesday marked the first day of the winter parking ban in Chicago and now might be a good time to make sure that you can still park in your usual spot. Starting Tuesday at 3 A.M., the annual winter parking … Continue reading
Black Wednesday? Blackout Wednesday? Biggest Bar Night of the Year? Whatever you choose to call the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving, it has infamously become one of the biggest drinking nights of the year. This new age event isn’t just revered … Continue reading
Every year, we know this day will come; but we are never really prepared for it. So far this autumn, we’ve gotten our fair share of sun and comfortable temperatures, so we’re not complaining. But alas, the soothsayer Tom Skilling … Continue reading
Our attorney Tim Black had quite the surprise for us this week when he showed up driving a cherry red moped! He was all smiles as he showed up on the bright scooter, excited to show it off to the … Continue reading
While we wrap up a shortened but hectic week here at LauraLaw, we are all taking some time to reflect, as the rest of the Nation does, on the terror attacks of September 11, 2015. While it is hard for … Continue reading
On Sunday afternoon, as the Cubs perfected a three-game sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Miguel Montero rocked a grand slam, Kris Bryant launched an absolutely monstrous 495-foot home run, and a 27-year-old fan named Christopher Hilton ran onto the field. … Continue reading
Another busy week, capped by a busy Friday, has led us to this 7:00 p.m. Fun Friday Frolic. Somewhere between driving all over Cook County for court and meeting with law clerk applicants and new clients in the office, we … Continue reading
