Bauer Co-Chairs 2026 FDCC Corporate Counsel Symposium
Beth Bauer is serving as co-chair of the 2026 Federation of Defense Corporate Counsel’s (FDCC) annual Corporate Counsel Symposium. Bauer was an integral part of the team of legal professionals who’ve created a program dedicated to offering practical guidance on some of the challenges today’s legal leaders face. These sessions will cover AI governance, cyber […]
Kuchar Presented Employment Law Update to American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois
Engineering firms, like all businesses in Illinois, must face and adapt to changing employment laws. During a recent webinar for the American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois), Tara Kuchar provided an update on recent legal developments and their potential impact on employers. Kuchar, a partner in the firm’s Edwardsville office, maintains a […]
Boeckman and Kuchar Serve in Leadership, Speaking Roles at DRI Senior Living and Long-Term Care Seminar
Attorneys representing senior living and long-term care facilities and providers must navigate ever-evolving medical, regulatory, and litigation challenges in an increasingly complex legal environment. Confronting these challenges and providing new information and strategies is a goal of DRI’s 2026 Senior Living and Long-Term Care Litigation Seminar. As Vice Chair of the conference, LaDonna Boeckman helped […]
Four HeplerBroom Attorneys Once Again Play Key Roles at Asbestos Conference
Four of HeplerBroom’s asbestos litigation attorneys will play key roles at HarrisMartin’s annual Midwest Asbestos Litigation Conference, which will be held September 21, 2026, at the Four Seasons Hotel in St. Louis. Brenda Baum is in her 17th year of co-chairing the event. Speakers at the event include Eric Hall, who will provide updates on […]
Moch, Weiner, and Fay Guide In-House Counsel Through Insurance Fundamentals
Insurance is often a company’s first line of defense against risk, yet many in-house attorneys encounter coverage issues only after a claim arises. HeplerBroom attorneys Eric Moch, Stephanie Weiner, and Joe Fay will help attendees at the Association of Corporate Counsel’s (ACC) Sept. 15 Chicago Summit develop a strong foundation in insurance coverage and risk […]
Zupanci, Dmitrieva, and Jolley Share Strategies for Defending Municipal EMS and Ambulance Claims
Municipalities that provide ambulance transport and emergency medical services can face significant exposure to personal injury and wrongful death claims arising from patient care and field operations. During the Illinois Municipal League’s 113th Annual Conference, Dede Zupanci, Irina Dmitrieva, and Sarah Jolley will discuss key defenses available under Illinois law, including statutory immunity and the […]
Oldenburg to Help Dentists Understand Effective Responses to Complaints to State Dental Board
On August 19, Anne Oldenburg will assist Illinois dentists in understanding how to respond effectively to complaints filed with the Illinois Dental Board as well as how to reduce future exposure. Her webinar is part of the Illinois State Dental Association’s (ISDS) monthly webinar series. More information is available on ISDS’ website. Oldenburg, a partner […]
Kuchar Helps Illinois Engineering Firms Understand the Legalities of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Tara Kuchar will present a webinar on July 23 for members of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois (ACEC Illinois) focusing on the legal implications of sexual harassment in the workplace. During the session, Kuchar will outline what legally constitutes sexual harassment and discuss best practices for preventing it. She’ll also review the […]
Messina Updates State Business Group on Key Legislation
On July 15, Alec Messina will lead the Illinois Environmental Regulatory Group’s (IERG) Monthly Webinar. Messina will provide an update on the status of environmental and energy legislation from the Illinois General Assembly’s 2026 session. Professional Development Hours are available for engineers. Additional information, including registration details, is available on the IERG website. Messina, a […]
Fay Discusses Public Adjusters and Property Claim Investigation Strategies with Special Investigators
Joe Fay helped those attending the annual Insurance Fraud Conference of the Illinois chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units (IASIU) understand a public adjuster’s role in SIU claim investigations, and how to view a public adjuster’s involvement in a claim as an investigative tool rather than an investigative roadblock. He also cited […]