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When people obtain orders of protection, often they find that the Respondent’s attorney wants to dismiss the Order of Protection and instead agree to a two-way no-contact order. In this podcast, Kristina Regal explores the benefits and pitfalls of these alternative orders.

In this podcast, attorney Heather Glaser provides a summary of laws that Illinois business owners need to be aware of including changes to non-compete agreements, updates to protected information classifications, felony charges added to returning rental equipment late, more expansive building requirements to increase accessibility to those with disabilities, and more.

Many employers wonder whether it is important for them to use an employee handbook. Simply put, it is. Handbooks are invaluable tools for both employers and employees. In this podcast, attorney Josh Nesser discusses why handbooks are important, the information that should be included in handbooks, and how handbooks can be misused, among other relevant topics.

The Treasury Department has proposed new Section 2704 regulations which will severely curtail the use of valuation discounts for transfers of interests in family-controlled businesses. If the proposed regulations go into effect as written, they will have a significant impact on estate planning for owners of family-controlled corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies. Estate planning attorneys Brian Warens and Jackie Luthringshausen explain these regulations and what you should do to protect yourself and your business.

More and more young people have decided to become home owners and are beginning the multi-step process of finding and buying their first home. In this podcast, real estate attorney Kelly Anderson is joined by author Michael Trickey to discuss how to succeed in the home buying process. The discussion centers around Mr. Trickey’s book “Finding Home: Everything You Need to Know – And Do – For Home Buying Success.”  Anderson and Trickey answer a multitude of questions that first time home buyers ask and explain the importance of using real estate professionals at appropriate points in the process.

There are a host of ways to hold title to real estate. But depending on the circumstances – some are better than others. Illinois is one of just a handful of states that actually has a statute on record addressing land trusts. But what are they and why use one? Listen in, as attorney Kelly Anderson answers these questions and more.

We recently saw record breaking Chicago Cubs ticket prices for the LONG awaited 2016 World Series. That raises the question: Do you know who you can buy tickets from? In this podcast, attorney Heidi Kuffel discusses the Ticket Sale and Resale Act - how it effects both brokers and scalpers in Illinois, and the penalties they will face if they don’t comply. Understanding this Act will also protect potential ticket buyers when the box office is sold out.

If you or a family member are lucky enough to find love again after death or divorce, estate planning issues can be more complicated than they seem. Listen in, as Attorneys Heather Walser and Amil Alkass explain everything you need to know about planning your estate for a future second (or more) relationship or marriage.

What happens when you or a loved one can no longer make financial and healthcare decisions on their own behalf and they don’t have a Power of Attorney for Property and/or Healthcare? A judge can choose an individual to make these critical decisions on behalf of an adult with a disability. In this podcast, attorney Michael Roth discusses the different types of guardianship, and the players and process involved.

Many business sale structures require careful selection of the right buyer for your business. Just finding someone who has the ability to pay the purchase price is often not enough to ensure the transaction is a success. In this podcast, attorney James Voigt explains the important areas of concern in ensuring not only a successful transaction, but the legacy of your business as well.