On 8/21-8/24/16, Rich Lenkov and Justin Nestor presented “Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law” at the 71st Annual Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference & 28th Annual Safety & Health Conference in Orlando, Florida.

Storrs Downey & Maital Savin‘s article “Increased Misclassification Litigation Stresses Importance Of Proper Worker Classification” was published in Professional Liability Defense Quarterly’s Summer 2016 issue. Click here to read the full article.

The Summer 2016 issue of the American Bar Association’s quarterly journal, Entertainment and Sports Lawyer, is now available on the ABA’s website. Downey & Lenkov partner and entertainment law co-chair Brian Rosenblatt is the Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment and Sports Lawyer. This issue delves into topics including the relationship between funding for new […]

We are saddened by the passing of Terrence (Terry) J. Madden, a Capital Member of Downey & Lenkov LLC. Terry was a native of Chicago’s Western suburbs, attending St. Joe’s High School before pursuing his undergraduate studies at St. Louis University. Terry attended the University of Illinois’ School of Law […]

On 9/23/16, Jeanmarie Calcagno will present “Lower Back Injury Claims” on behalf of Lorman Educational Services. Topics will include: how to identify common lumbar injuries, treatment protocols and effective defenses to lower back injury claims. Click Here for more info and to register.

Storrs Downey and Maital Savin’s article “Religious Accommodations In The Workplace: Practical Lessons” was recently published in DRI’s Summer 2016 Edition of In-House Defense Quarterly Magazine. The article addresses the degree to which employers are required to accommodate certain common religious practices, such as head coverings, prayer schedules and facial hair. […]

On 7/21/16, Rich Lenkov secured a successful verdict from a Lake County jury for long-time Bryce Downey and Lenkov client Target Corporation. Plaintiff, a 60 yr. old male, alleged that Target was negligent in failing to properly warn him of a slippery substance in the aisle of their Vernon Hills, […]

On 9/28/16, Storrs Downey will present “The Ever Expanding Scope of the ADA: Accommodations, Remote Work, Transgender Issues, Defining Disability in Light of the ADAAA, Intersection of ADA and FMLA and the Interactive Process” at the 12th Annual National Employment Practices Liability Insurance ExecuSummit. Click Here for more info and to register.

On 6/16/16, Tina Paries will present “Drafting and Negotiating Construction Contracts” to the National Business Institute. Topics will include:  an overview of construction contract law, key provisions to prevent disputes and provide remedies, inherent risks and more. Click Here for more info and to register.

On 6/14/16, Geoff Bryce will present “Understanding Title Insurance” at the National Business Institute. Topics will include:  title components, public land records, ALTA policy structuring and more. Click Here for more info and to register.