Rich Lenkov has been invited to join the Workers’ Compensation Defense Institute (WCDI). The WCDI is group of top law firms that commit themselves to representing employers and carriers in the workers’ compensation field. Members concentrate on delivering timely and effective claim resolution to ensure great service. 

Downey & Lenkov is a proud sponsor of Monday on Main Street, the premier annual Sundance industry reception. Our firm is active in the entertainment industry. Among our recent projects are “The Rascals: Once Upon a Dream” and “Rock of Ages.” Click here for more information about the exclusive mixer at […]

Beginning on 1/1/14, The Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, P.A., 98-0122 will allow “registered qualifying patients” in Illinois with specific debilitating conditions to legally obtain prescriptions for marijuana. May employers discipline employees for violating workplace drug policies? Nothing in the Act prohibits employers from adopting reasonable regulations […]

On 9/19/13, NIU College of Law hosted their Awards Reception at the University Club of Chicago. Alumni and friends received honors for dedication to their community in the public and private sector. “These honorees were recognized for their career accomplishments, devotion to the public good, and continued service to the […]

Chicago workers’ compensation attorney Rich Lenkov recently recorded a video for the Illinois Manufacturers Association about recent medical marijuana law updates. The recent changes and Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act have prompted many questions and a need for clarification.  In his video, Rich discusses restrictions, drug tests, […]

On 12/4/13 Downey & Lenkov and Willis Insurance co-hosted “Forecast for 2014” at Willis Tower. Geoffe Bryce and Ed Hart welcomed attendees and kicked off the meeting. Rich Lenkov presented workers’ compensation updates and was followed by Ioana Salajanu, who covered distressed asset and foreclosure options. The Bankers’ Round Table […]

On 11/13/13 Rich Lenkov and Juan Anderson participated in an event at Northern Illinois University College of Law. The law school hosted 35 Legal Prep Academy students and staff to a mock trial and seminar on how to prepare for law school. The event was followed by a visit to […]

Once Upon a Dream is a rock concert and Broadway show produced and directed by Steve Van Zandt and starring The Rascals. The sold-out Broadway hit tells their story with performance and narration.  The audience takes a trip through the history of The Rascals and the 1960’s with chart-busters such as […]

Please Join Us! Willis Insurance and Downey & Lenkov will be co-hosting Forecast for 2014 on 12/4/13 at the New York Boardroom, 20th floor in the Willis Tower. Registration begins at 7:45 AM and the seminar will end at 11:30 AM.   7:45 – 8:00 AM Registration 8:00 – 8:15 AM […]

On September 20, 2013, Cook County Judge A. Ward (Ret.) of ADR Systems presented a seminar to the attorneys of Downey & Lenkov to discuss the benefits of and strategies for mediation in general liability cases involving workers’ compensation liens and third party defendant employers. We aggressively and successfully defend […]