Chicago's Legal Latte

Sep 27 2024 300 ep. 15 mins 102

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The attorneys of Lavelle Law Ltd. address a variety of legal topics.

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Legal Challenges to Non Compete Agreements

Sep 27 2024 17 mins

Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements have been utilizied by business owners for decades. The practice was recently challenged by the Federal Trade Commission in an action that generated several court cases. Lavelle Law Managing Partner Ted McGinn and Associate Joshua Brill discuss the purpose of the agreements, enforceability, the recent FTC action, and the outcome of severa

Deferred Compensation Plans

Sep 19 2024 15 mins

Owners of closely held businesses can learn about deferred compensation plans that provide opportunities to increase their tax deferred retirement contributions. Steven A. Schoenbrun of Midwest Benefit Consultants, Ltd. discusses different plans that are IRS approved and provide owners with the chance to increase their contributions. Attorney Kerry Lavelle adds insight on how these

Intricacies of Dealership Law

Jun 20 2024 15 mins

There are a number of unique legal characteristics to launching and operating a dealership for automobiles or construction, landscaping, and agricultural equipment. Attorney Sarah Reusché recently launched a new Dealership Law practice group at Lavelle Law. She discusses the legal complexities of securing and starting a dealership and takes a look at the unique operating requireme

The Corporate Practice of Medicine Doctrine

May 31 2024 16 mins

Any medical service provider in Illinois, including many spas, must be physician-owned under the corporate practice of medicine doctrine. In this discussion. Ted McGinn, Managing Partner at Lavelle Law, and Eso Akunne, Associate at Lavelle Law, discuss the law, fee splitting, management services organizations, and other aspects impacting the operation of any medical services facili

Historic Changes in Home Buying

May 25 2024 14 mins

Laws have been introduced in a number of states in response to various lawsuits regarding transparency in real estate broker commissions. Lavelle Law Shareholder Kelly Anderson and Realtor Cathy Betourne discuss the implications for buyers, sellers, realtors, and on the closing process.

Fee Shifting Provisions in Contracts

Apr 12 2024 17 mins

Between the state of Illinois and federal courts, there are well over 200 statutes which deal with fee shifting provisions. They lay out ways in which legal fees may become the responsibility of one party in a lawsuit. Lavelle Law Associates Jodie Upchurch and MaryAllison Mahacek discuss ways that these provisions should be included in contracts and how they can be used advantageou

Considerations for Starting a Medical Spa in Illinois

Mar 20 2024 16 mins

Businesses classified as medical spas have a variety of special considerations that must be adhered to in the state of Illinois. In this discussion, Lavelle Law attorney Eso Akunne discusses critical issues that must be met to operate with state laws. If you are interested in getting involved in this rapidly growing industry be sure to listen to this conversation.

Corporate Transparency Act

Mar 07 2024 15 mins

Beginning January 1, 2024 most businesses in the U.S. are required to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act. Lavelle Law attorney Frank Portera will share important details about the new Act and how it impacts businesses. He will cover the scope of the Act, deadlines, requirements, and penalties. If you own even a portion of a business, this is an important topic for you to le

Accord and Satisfaction

Dec 19 2023 13 mins

If a business is disputing an amount owed to them from a customer or vendor they need to be careful about accepting and depositing payments that are labeled Payment in Full. Lavelle Law Shareholder Jennifer Tee discusses the legal concept of Accord and Satisfaction and outlines steps businesses should take when processing payments to prevent accepting payments that are less than wh

The Importance of Employee Handbooks

Oct 03 2023 15 mins

Lavelle Law Shareholder Lance Ziebell draws on his experience in representing businesses in legal matters as he discusses the importance of having an employee handbook. Lance not only explains why they are important, but what should be included and how to effectively use one to protect your business from legal claims from employees.