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Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to discuss the ruling in the murder-for-hire case involving a Chicago man and ICE Commander Gregory Bovino. Joining them is Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan to talk about the latest employment news. The trio answer listener questions about retirement payouts, vaccinations at work, and returning to law school at age 62.

Attorney John Heggie from Wochner Law Firm speaks to host Jon Hansen to discuss how the beginning of the year is a great time get organized and focus on your estate. John also answers listeners’ questions about moving across state lines, legal name changes, and modular homes. To find more information about how Attorney Heggie can help you, visit www.wochnerlawfirm.com or call 847-272-7360.

IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates, joins Jon Hansen to discuss 1099s and starting your own business. Plus, he talks about his new book, 1099 Reporting: A Professional Guide, and his upcoming book, Fight Back Now: Freedom Through Preparation. To learn more about Steven A. Leahy, go to fightbacknow.com or call 312-664-6649.

Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti & Dolan join Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. They discuss the Supreme Court, the differences between civil and criminal trials, and more. Plus, the trio answers listeners’ legal questions. Reach Michael Leonard at 312-380-6559 or Patrick Dolan at 312-332-7800.

NewsNation’s National Security Contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to share details surrounding the recent attack on Venezuela.

Ben Szalinski, Statehouse reporter at Capitol News Illinois, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to talk about what is happening in Illinois politics. Listen in while Ben and Jon dive into some of the new laws we will see being implemented in 2026. Ben and Jon also discuss their thoughts on the Chicago Bears potentially moving their stadium out of Chicago and/or out of Illinois and how this could affect Illinois budgeting going forward.

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the new law, which takes effect starting September 2026, that allows adults with a terminal illness to take their own lives. Jon and Michael also discuss the increase in college cases. For more information on Leonard Trial Lawyers, call 312-380-6559.

Jon Hansen is joined by Social Security Disability Attorney Jeffrey Rabin of The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates to talk about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Jeff answers whether you can work while your SSI/SSDI case is pending and answers listener questions.

For more information, call 312-431-1000.

Caren Gertner, President & Managing Partner at the Law Office of Gertner & Gertner, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. Caren talks about how Cook County determines assessed value, how and when to file an assessment appeal, and more! For more information, visit gertnerandgertnerltd.com or call 312-782-9222.

Sadie Rose, Vogelzang Law’s bankruptcy team’s supervising attorney, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss representing clients with asbestos-related diseases. Sadie and Jon discuss the Depo-Provera lawsuit and the injectable contraceptive, which has been linked to an increased risk of developing brain tumors. Sadie discusses how the manufacturer failed to warn people about the increased risk of meningioma and talks about the symptoms that women are experiencing. Schedule your free consultation here: vogelzanglaw.com/contact