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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 spent serving on a jury. […]

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 of discrimination, particularly if those […]

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 also enables us to take […]

This interactive event combines marketing, consulting, and the law to create a trifecta of insight designed to help businesses navigate the rapidly evolving field of AI. The panel will feature professionals from all three industries who have hands-on experience guiding clients through growth, innovation, and strategic decision-making in an AI-driven economy. Expected topics include risk, […]

As Juneteenth approaches, the holiday provides an opportunity to reflect not only on the formal end of slavery in the United States, but also on the constitutional and legal developments that followed during Reconstruction and beyond. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the date Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced General Order […]

Golan Christie Taglia LLP is pleased to announce that Doug Conomy has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer. With more than 20 years of experience in the legal industry, Doug brings a unique combination of legal, operational, and human resources leadership. In his role, he will oversee the firm’s financial performance, operational infrastructure, people […]

In April 2026, Taylor Swift filed a series of trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office seeking protection over elements of her commercial identity, including short audio phrases such as “Hey, it’s Taylor Swift” and “Hey, it’s Taylor,” along with associated visual branding. Press coverage of the filings has tended to frame […]

D&O Tail insurance is one of those deal items that often gets less attention than it should. Even after a transaction closes, directors, officers, and business owners can still face claims tied to decisions made before the sale. A tail policy helps ensure they’re not left personally exposed for actions taken while running the business. […]