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Wed Dec 23, 2020 ‐ Municipal Law News

Federal Stimulus Package Extends FFCRA Tax Credit, but not Mandated Leave

Congress approved a $900 billion stimulus package on December 21,2020, which provides several changes to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). To date, the bill has not been signed by the President who recently criticized the bill’s direct payments […]
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Mon Nov 16, 2020 ‐ Municipal Law News

Illinois Appellate Court Upholds Governor’s Authority to Issue Continuing Proclamations Based On the Same Disaster

An Illinois Appellate Court has reversed the decision of a Kane County circuit court judge granting the Fox Fire Tavern a temporary restraining order preventing enforcement of the Governor’s Executive Order 2020 – 61 against the Tavern. The Governor issued […]
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Wed Nov 4, 2020 ‐ Education Law News

Full Transportation Reimbursement Potentially Available for “Hybrid” Learning

Bus Transportation. The Illinois State Board of Education has issued an updated “Frequently Asked Questions” guidance on school transportation reimbursement. The FAQ clarifies that ISBE will provide reimbursement based on school district expenditures which can include expenses incurred during limited […]
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Fri Oct 30, 2020 ‐ Firm News

Michael Jurusik and Sheryl Churney Share Insights into Township Law at 113th Annual Township of Illinois Conference

KTJ Partners Michael Jurusik and Sheryl Churney will present on best practices in township law later this month at the 113th Annual Township of Illinois conference.   Sheryl’s presentation, A Step-by-Step Guide to Township Tax Levies, provides real-world examples of tax levies […]
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Fri Sep 11, 2020 ‐ Legal Resources

Freedom of Information Open Meeting Act

Our firm protects municipalities and educational institutions At Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd., we have extensive experience assisting governing bodies and educational institutions with matters related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Open Meetings Act (OMA). There […]
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Categories

    Education

    • Illinois State Board of Education’s April 9, 2025 Response to U.S. Department of Education
    • Update on Recapture Certificate under PTELL

    Education Law News

    • “Tammurra’s Act” Takes Effect January 1, 2027: How Public School Districts Can Prepare
    • Commenting Catastrophe: Manual Moderation and Inflexible Keyword Filters on University’s Social Media Posts Leads to First Amendment Violation
    • REMINDER: ISBE Guidance on Prohibited Summer Teacher Resignations
    • Illinois General Assembly Clarifies Prohibition on Fines to Punish School Discipline Violations, Including Citations for Local Ordinance Violations
    • Federal Judge Strikes Down 2024 Title IX Rule: What Comes Next?

    Firm News

    • Carmen P. Forte Jr. and Mallory A. Milluzzi Lead Sessions on Open Meetings Act Compliance and Patron Conduct at ILA Annual Conference
    • KTJ Attorneys Secure Seventh Circuit Affirmation: Municipal Lease Decisions Are Not Subject to “Class-of-One” Equal Protection Review
    • Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins Moves Its LaSalle County Office to Peru
    • Mallory Milluzi to Present Lunchtime FOIA Series: Freedom of Information Act and Law Enforcement Records
    • KTJ Partners Michele Nierman and Dennis Walsh to speak on Digital Accessibility at the 2025 Illinois Library Association Conference

    General

    • Thomas M. Melody and Lily C. McKay Lead Session on New Hires and Probationary Periods at the Library Administrative Seminar
    • Mallory A. Milluzzi Provides Guidance on Digital Communications and Social Media at Municipal Clerks of Illinois
    • Carlos S. Arévalo and Megan E. Carlson Discuss IDHR and EEOC Discrimination Charges at Illinois Municipal League Annual Conference
    • Park Forest Public Library Selects KTJ as General Counsel; Thomas M. Melody to Lead Representation
    • Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins Seeks Litigation Associate for Westmont, Chicago or Orland Park Office

    Labor & Employment Law News

    • Strickland v. City of Markham: What the 7th Circuit’s Split Decision on Claim Preclusion Means for Employers and Employees
    • Illinois Laws Effective January 1, 2025, that Employers Need to Know About
    • Job Postings Will Need To Include Pay Scales/Benefits
    • U.S. Department of Labor Final Rule: Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (89 FR 1638) and Reporting Newly Hired Employees (Public Act 103-0343)
    • Transportation Benefits Program Act Going into Effect on January 1, 2024

    Legal Resources

    • 2023 FOIA and OMA Transparency Reporter
    • Freedom of Information Open Meeting Act

    Library Law News

    • Carmen P. Forte Jr. and Mallory A. Milluzzi Lead Sessions on Open Meetings Act Compliance and Patron Conduct at ILA Annual Conference
    • New 988 Posting Requirement for Illinois Public Libraries
    • New Law Requires Public Libraries to Stock and Train Staff on Opioid Antagonists
    • New Legislation Allows Libraries to Offer Quarterly or Biannual Payment Options for Non-Resident Fees
    • Illinois Library Association 2023 Conference

    Municipal Law News

    • Mallory A. Milluzzi and Kaylee M. Hartman Share Insights on FOIA Compliance for LaSalle County Township Officials
    • Thomas M. Melody and Troy P. Wallace Tackle Challenging Employee Situations at IPELRA Annual Training Conference
    • Michael T. Jurusik Discusses TIF Compliance, Case Law and Funding Options at IML Annual Conference
    • Seventh Circuit Affirms Summary Judgment for Chicago Officers in § 1983 False Arrest and Malicious Prosecution Claim
    • KTJ Attorneys Secure Seventh Circuit Affirmation: Municipal Lease Decisions Are Not Subject to “Class-of-One” Equal Protection Review

    Wealth & Succession Planning News

    • IRS Issues Guidance on 2020 Estimated Tax Payments
    • CARES Act – Economic Impact Payments and Individual Tax Changes
    • Tax Filing and Deadline Extension Updates
    • Tax Filing Deadline Extension
    • Tax Payment Deadline Extension

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