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April 2025 – Trade Risk Update Introduction With tariffs once again taking center stage in U.S. trade policy, suppliers or sellers who import products, goods, components, or raw materials are finding themselves exposed to abrupt and sometimes drastic cost increases. These developments can threaten margins, disrupt delivery timelines, and create…

April 2025 – Trade Risk Update Introduction With the sudden tariff increases, international trade has become increasingly volatile, with shifting geopolitical alliances, and escalating costs all contributing to heightened uncertainty for businesses engaged in cross-border commerce. Tariff policy, in particular, has become a recurring source of disruption. From retaliatory duties…

A Florida lawsuit challenges the tariffs recently imposed by the President. A stationary company in Florida, called Simplified, filed a complaint challenging the tariffs imposed in February on China. While the lawsuit only directly challenges the China tariffs, the arguments apply to all of the recently imposed tariffs including the…

We’re thrilled to share that Margaret Gisch, partner at Golan Christie Taglia, has been recognized as one of Crain’s 2025 Notable Litigators and Trial Attorneys! This prestigious honor celebrates legal professionals who are making a powerful impact in and out of the courtroom. Ms. Gisch’s dedication to her clients, her…

Illinois has an entire set of laws designed to protect homeowners when negotiating home improvement and repair work, and to decrease disputes with contractors and workers. Under the Home Repair and Remodeling Act, those in the business of home repair and remodeling are required to first give customers a copy…

All parents want their children – whether biological twins or large blended stepfamilies – to respect their final wishes, remember them fondly, and honorably use the inheritances left. To that end, many couples spend lots of time (and a fair amount of money) considering, deciding and articulating how their cash…