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Someone recently told me that they often used AI to “get smarter” on a subject … to prepare for a meeting, to fill in a knowledge gap, or even to understand legal concepts in advance of talking with an attorney. Ramping up knowledge is always a great habit. It cuts…

We are incredibly excited to share that Golan Christie Taglia has been named one of Crain’s Chicago Business’ Places to Work for the second year in a row! There are many honors a law firm can receive, but this one feels especially meaningful because it recognizes something that cannot be…

September 1 is Battery Check Day! Replace smoke detectors, check flashlights, rotate portable chargers. Small actions = BIG preparedness. Preparedness Starts at Home – Does your family know what to do when a disaster strikes? Create an emergency plan today: Establish meeting points   Assign responsibilities    Practice evacuation routes   Create a…

On July 31, 2026, Governor JB Pritzker signed House Bill 4844, now Public Act 104-0683, amending the Illinois Jury Act and the Illinois Jury Commission Act. Effective January 1, 2027, the law will require Illinois employers with 26 or more employees to provide paid leave to eligible employees for time…

A recent 7th Circuit case Derrick McCoy v. Markwayne Mullin, No. 25-1533, reaffirms the evidentiary standards for a claim of discrimination, and highlights an important consideration when evaluating a potential claim.  Relying on a few stray offending remarks by a superior, will likely not be sufficient to create an inference…

Your Business What is the name of your business? Eastern Accents What products or services do you provide? We manufacture luxury home textiles, including bedding, decorative pillows, curtains, and upholstered furniture. We’re proud to be a Made in America business; our products are crafted in-house in our Chicago facility. This…