If you’ve been accused of saying or publishing something harmful about another person or business – or if someone has damaged your reputation with a false statement – you’re probably hearing legal terms like defamation, libel, and slander. Illinois defamation law can feel complicated, but understanding the basics can help protect you, your business, and your good name.
Comments from Counsel – September 2022 Newsletter
In this issue:
Recent Publications
Bereavement Leave for Employees to be Expanded in 2023
On June 9, 2022, Governor Pritzker signed a new bill into law, amending the Child Bereavement Act and renaming it the Family Bereavement Leave Act, expanding the scope of required bereavement leave for employees. Troy E. Haggestad summarizes the changes and outlines key takeaways for Illinois employers.
Divorce Outside the Courtroom
Deciding to divorce is never easy. However, when a couple arrives at that decision mutually and amicably, collaborative divorce may be a good alternative to the more adversarial, time-consuming, and costly courtroom process.Practical Considerations for Adding Farmland to Your Investments
Farmland can be a valuable component of your investment strategy, providing diversification along different asset classes. Daniel A. Huntley shares the transactional considerations of farmland as an investment.
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP News
WilliamsMcCarthy Attorneys Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America©; Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Welcomes New Associate, Brandon T. Klages
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is proud to share the addition of Associate Brandon T. Klages. He focuses his practice on litigation, land use disputes, and employment agreements, policies, and procedures.
Patricia Hall Authors Piece for IICLE®
Patricia L. Hall was recently recognized for her contribution to the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education (IICLE®). Hall authored two chapters included in the organization’s publication, CIVIL APPEALS: STATE AND FEDERAL 2022 EDITION.
Wilmac in the Community
WilliamsMcCarthy was proud to sponsor the Severson Dells Annual fundraiser, Golden Hour in the Grove, on September 10th.
Severson Dells links people to nature through education and research and promotes awareness of the natural world, fostering respect, enjoyment, and preservation now and in the future.
Stay Informed
We regularly share insight in publications and our quarterly e-newsletter, Comments from Counsel.
Meet Our 2026 Summer Associates
Each summer, WilliamsMcCarthy welcomes law students into the firm to work alongside our attorneys, take on real assignments, and get a feel for what practicing
When a Typosquatter or Cybersquatter Targets Your Brand
Every established brand eventually faces the same problem. Someone notices that your customers occasionally mistype your domain name, registers the misspelled version, and waits. It’s called typosquatting, and here’s what you can do to protect your brand.
Choosing Rockford: Tim Rollins Attorney Spotlight
Learn more about partner Tim Rollins’ journey to Rockford in this attorney spotlight.
Defamation, Libel, and Slander in Illinois and Wisconsin: A Plain-English Guide
If you’ve been accused of saying or publishing something harmful about another person or business – or if someone has damaged your reputation with a false statement – you’re probably hearing legal terms like defamation, libel, and slander. Illinois defamation law can feel complicated, but understanding the basics can help protect you, your business, and your good name.