News & Announcements
October 20, 2011
A blog post on Kevin O'Keefe's Real Lawyers Have Blogs features Jeff Nowak and the FMLA Insights blog.
Best Lawyers in America
October 6, 2011
Jim Franczek has been named the Chicago Best Lawyers’ Employment Law - Management Lawyer of the Year for 2012.
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
October 5, 2011
Sally J. Scott was quoted in the article "Some Question Push to Ban Jobless Discrimination" published in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.
October 5, 2011
Franczek Radelet was selected as the 2011 Illinois - Labor & Employment Law Firm of the Year Award by Global Law Experts (GLE).
Section 504 Compliance
October 4, 2011
Jackie Wernz was quoted in an article published in the LRP Publication Section 504 Compliance.
Cleaning & Maintenance Management
October 1, 2011
An article entitled “Are You Due For A Wage And Hour Checkup?” by Bill Pokorny was published in the October issue of Cleaning & Maintenance Management. The article outlines the most common wage and hour mistakes in the cleaning and maintenance industry and tips on how to avoid them.
September 23, 2011
In the September 23, 2011 edition of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, David Radelet was front and center in an article on the recent NLRB-Facebook case.
Law Bulletin Publishing Names its Annual 40 Lawyers Under the Age of 40
September 23, 2011
Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce that partner Thomas J. Posey has been named to the Law Bulletin Publishing Company’s 40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch for 2011. Law Bulletin Publishing Company reviewed more than 900 attorney nominations from around the State to identify this year’s 40 Under 40.
September 19, 2011
Franczek Radelet partners James C. Franczek, Jr.; Ronald J. Hein, Jr.; David P. Radelet, and Michael A. Warner, Jr. were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2012.
Illinois Public Employee Relations Report
September 8, 2011
“Health Care Reform: Implications for Collective Bargaining in the Public Sector,” written by Andrew Malahowski was published in the Summer issue of Illinois Public Employee Relations Report.
Family and Medical Leave Guide
September 1, 2011
A recent post from FMLA Insights was included in the Family and Medical Leave Guide. The post is also included in the Ideas and Trends newsletter.
What’s Working in Human Resources
August 8, 2011
Bill Pokorny was quoted in the August 8 issue of What’s Working in Human Resources in their regular “Answers to Tough HR Questions” column.
August 2, 2011
Jeff Nowak is mentioned in an article published on HRMorning.com. A link to a recent blog entry on FMLA Insights is also included in the article.
August 1, 2011
Darcy L. Kriha was quoted in the article "10 Tips To Craft Individual Safety Plans For Students With Disabilities" published in The Special Educator (July 1) and California Special Education Alert (August 1).
Hospitality Law
August 1, 2011
Jeff Nowak authored the article, "Restaurant's Reason For Termination May Have Been Pretext," published in the August issue of Hospitality Law.
HR Advisor: Legal and Practical Guidance
August 1, 2011
The article, “What Employers Need to Know About the New ADA Regulations,” written by Chris Johlie and Abizer Zanzi was published in the July/August 2011 issue of HR Advisor: Legal and Practical Guidance.
Minnesota Public Radio
July 22, 2011
Dana Fattore Crumley was quoted in an article published by Minnesota Public Radio reporting on a lawsuit filed by students and parents of Anoka-Hennepin School District which claims the district did not investigate or respond appropriately to bullying and harassment allegations claims brought by five students.
Chicago Tribune
July 10, 2011
In a recent Sunday edition of the Chicago Tribune, Franczek Radelet partner Jeff Nowak was quoted extensively on the impact that the Supreme Court's decision in Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. v. Dukes would have on employers.
What's Working in Human Resources
July 8, 2011
Bill Pokorny was quoted in What’s Working in Human Resources on whether a phone call to a doctor could potentially constitute as treatment under the FMLA.
Hospitality Law
July 1, 2011
Jim Zuehl and Staci Ketay Rotman co-authored the article, "Non-tipped Duties Cannot Exceed 20 Percent of Work," published in the July 2011 issue of Hospitality Law.
Amy K. Dickerson Quoted in LRP Publications
Special Ed Connection
July 1, 2011
Amy K. Dickerson was quoted in "Plan For Situations In Which Bullied Student With Disability Fights Back" in Special Ed Connection published by LRP Publications.
June 15, 2011
Franczek Radelet is pleased to introduce Wage & Hour Insights, a blog focused on federal and state overtime, minimum wage, and wage payment laws.
Amy J. Zdravecky Joins Chicago Labor & Employment Law Firm
June 7, 2011
Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce that Amy J. Zdravecky has joined the firm as a partner. Amy, formerly a partner at Neal Gerber Eisenberg, has over 16 years of experience representing employers in all aspects of labor relations, union-related issues and other employment matters. Over the past 18 months, Franczek Radelet has welcomed six new partners to its growing practice.
May 31, 2011
Franczek Radelet partner Jeff Nowak was profiled in the monthly Q&A column in Chicago Lawyer magazine (June 2011).
Law Bulletin Publishing Recognizes 12 Chicago Women Attorneys Who Are Making An Impact
May 17, 2011
Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce its partner Sally J. Scott is one of only 12 women attorneys recognized by Law Bulletin Publishing Company in a special supplement, Chicago Women in Law: Women Making An Impact. The feature highlights the achievements and accomplishments of the women attorneys who are making a significant impact on the Illinois legal community.
Bloomberg BusinessWeek Article
April 27, 2011
Jeff Nowak was interviewed for the Smart Answers column of Bloomberg BusinessWeek on the ADAAA's final regulations.
What’s Working in Human Resources
April 22, 2011
Jeff Nowak was mentioned in What’s Working in Human Resources regarding leave for unmarried parents.
Darcy Quoted in LRP Publications
Maintaining Safe Schools
April 18, 2011
Darcy L. Kriha was quoted extensively in the article "Test The Mettle of Steps For Detecting Weapons At School" in Maintaining Safe Schools published by LRP Publications.
April 6, 2011
Crain’s Chicago Business recognized the law firm of Franczek Radelet as one of the top 30 companies in Chicago on its 2011 Best Places To Work. This is the first year Franczek Radelet participated in the survey.
April 6, 2011
Franczek Radelet partner Jeff Nowak was elected Village Trustee for the Village of La Grange. Additionally, Jeff was recently appointed by Dan Rutherford, Illinois State Treasurer, to serve as on the Treasurer’s Performance Audit Working Group.
April 1, 2011
The law firm of Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce 26 of its attorneys have been recognized in Law & Politics’ 2011 edition of Illinois Super Lawyers.
March 25, 2011
Michael J. Hernandez was presented with the 2011 J.T. Canales Award. This annual award honors a University of Michigan Law School alumnus who has worked diligently to improve the lives of Latinos.
February 1, 2011
Leading Chicago labor and employment and education law firm Franczek Radelet is very pleased to announce that the higher education law firm of Babbitt, Land & Warner will be joining the firm. Effective February 1, 2011, Ellen M. Babbitt, Peter G. Land and Scott L. Warner will join Franczek Radelet as partners.
January 5, 2011
The law firm of Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce that three of its associates, Scott Cruz, Jennifer A. Dunn and Thomas J. Posey have been named partner, effective January 1, 2011.
Labor & Employment Relations Association - Chicago Chapter
January 4, 2011
Amy Moor Gaylord, a partner at Franczek Radelet P.C., by unanimous vote, is a new member of the Labor & Employment Relations Association (LERA) Chicago Chapter Board of Directors.
Ensuring Workers Take Breaks Would Be Undue Burden
January 1, 2011
Jim Zuehl authored the article, "Ensuring Workers Take Breaks Would Be Undue Burden," published by Hospitality Law on January 1, 2011.
January 1, 2011
Jeff Nowak was quoted extensively in the article "Know Your Rights Under Family and Medical Leave Act" published by Hospitality Law on January 1, 2011. In the article, Jeff further discusses FMLA abuse and provides an approach for handling leave requests.
December 9, 2010
Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce that James C. Franczek, Jr. was named in The International Who's Who of Management Labour & Employment 2010 edition.
December 7, 2010
Dana Fattore Crumley was quoted in the article, “Improve Transparency of Process to Gain Parent Buy-in,” published by Today’s School Psychologist on December 1, 2010.
November 10, 2010
Bill Pokorny was mentioned in What’s Working in Human Resources regarding FMLA certification. A recent posting from the FMLA Insights blog is featured in the question-answer section.
November 1, 2010
Patti Whitten was quoted in "Attorneys: IEP Teams Need More Training On Prior Written Notices" published by the California Special Education Alert on November 1.
Meet The New Boss — Same As The Old Boss?
October 22, 2010
Suppose a retailer declares bankruptcy. Several of its leases are sold off to another retail chain, which then remodels the stores, stocks them with its own merchandise and opens them under its own name. If this retailer hires some of the bankrupt company's employees, are those employees new hires under the Family and Medical Leave Act, or might they have the right to take FMLA leave immediately, without waiting 12 months or working 1,250 hours for the new company?
October 22, 2010
Darcy Kriha was quoted in the article "The Top 10 Legal Issues" published by the American School Board Journal in October 2010.
October 11, 2010
Jeff Nowak was quoted extensively in the article, “How to stay in step with FMLA,” published by Inside Business on October 11.
Protecting Funds From Unreimbursable Future Medical Costs
October 1, 2010
Article by Michael Richardson addresses the right of a fund to recover future medical costs an examines circumstances that should make a fund aware of future medical costs.
BNA's Daily Labor Report
September 28, 2010
The article, "Pharmaceutical Sales Reps Join White-Collar Quest for Overtime Pay," written by partner Staci Ketay Rotman and associate Mark Wilkinson was published in BNA's Daily Labor Report on September 28, 2010. Staci and Mark address the conflicting court decisions on whether pharmaceutical sales representatives should be treated as exempt or non-exempt employees.
Law Bulletin Publishing Names its Annual 40 Lawyers Under the Age of 40
September 27, 2010
Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce that partner Shelli L. Anderson has been named to the Law Bulletin Publishing Company’s 40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch – 2010. In its 11th year, Law Bulletin Publishing Company reviewed more than 900 attorney nominations from around the State to identify this year’s 40 Under 40.
September 23, 2010
Franczek Radelet partners James C. Franczek, Jr.; Ronald J. Hein, Jr.; and David P. Radelet were named among Chicago’s best lawyers in the latest edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.
What's Working in Human Resources
September 22, 2010
Bill Pokorny was quoted in What’s Working in Human Resources on how to prepare for a potential Department of Labor (DOL) complaint.
September 13, 2010
International Child Care and Grace Children's Hospital in Haiti honored Franczek Radelet and partner James C. Franczek, Jr. at an special evening celebration honoring those who are dedicated to the mission of International Child Care.
September 9, 2010
For the second year in a row, James C. Franczek, Jr. has been named to Crain's Chicago Business annual “Who’s Who in Chicago Business” list. This prestigious recognition, published by Crain’s since 1989, includes the names of the “civic, professional and cultural leaders you need to know.” Organized by industry, Jim is among a select group of only 50 attorneys named to this year's list.
David A. Johnson Joins Chicago Labor & Employment Law Firm
August 24, 2010
David A. Johnson, formerly with the City of Chicago, has joined the law firm of Franczek Radelet as a partner. Mr. Johnson, Chief Labor Negotiator for the City for more than five years, is the fifth attorney to join Franczek Radelet in 2010.
August 23, 2010
11 partners recognized in the latest issue of Leading Lawyers Magazine. Jim Franczek was honored among the top 100 business lawyers in Illinois again this year. Todd Faulkner, Ron Hein, Mike Hernandez, Lisa McGarrity, Paul Millichap, Dave Radelet, John Relias, Andrea Waintroob, Patti Whitten and Jim Zuehl were recognized in the areas of School Law, Employment Law and/or Labor Law.
NPR Quotes James C. Franczek, Jr. on Chicago Teachers Union's Lawsuit Against Chicago Public Schools
August 19, 2010James C. Franczek Jr. mentioned on NPR segment reporting on the Chicago Teacher Union's lawsuit against the Chicago Public Schools.
Effects of New Process Steel
July 2, 2010
Jennifer A. Dunn provides her insight on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in New Process Steel, L.P. v. NLRB.
"Gone to the Dogs?"
School Planning & Management
July 1, 2010
The article, "Gone to the Dogs?" by Jackie Wernz was published in the July 2010 issue of School Planning & Management magazine. The article examines the most recommended approaches school districts should take when it comes to suspicion less canine searches.
June 16, 2010
Franczek Radelet is pleased to introduce the launch of FMLA Insights, the firm's first blog, which will provide practical insights regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act.
CBA Record Magazine
May 26, 2010
Abizer Zanzi authored the article "Unraveling USERRA: An Examination of Veterans' Reemployment Rights in a Bad Economy" for the CBA Record Magazine published by the Chicago Bar Association. The article looks at the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act (USERRA), a statute which provides certain reemployment protections to employees who take temporary leave from their civilian jobs to perform military service.
How Much Should Workers Know
CFO Magazine
May 21, 2010
Amy Moor Gaylord was quoted in the article "How Much Should Workers Know" for CFO Magazine. Amy offered the magazine her view on companies reaction to a proposal that the Department of Labor (DOL) is considering that would affect the way that companies classify workers. Amy Moor Gaylord was quoted in the article "How Much Should Workers Know" for CFO Magazine. Amy offered the magazine her view on companies reaction to a proposal that the Department of Labor (DOL) is considering that would affect the way that companies classify workers.
April 21, 2010
David Radelet is featured prominently in the Law Bulletin's Annual Law Day special edition published on April 22, 2010. Dave is quoted extensively on the ramifications of labor law and his practice as a result of President Obama's appointments to enforcement agencies.
Franczek Radelet Webinar
April 8, 2010
It is apparent that the Department of Labor is convinced that the number of reported independent contractors, more than 8 percent of the workforce, is inaccurate as a result of employers misclassifying employees.
ELA Notes
Second Quarter 2010
Darcy L. Kriha - ELA member spotlight profile in Second Quarter 2010 issue of ELA Notes.
Three Indiana School Districts Have Filed Suit Against the State of Indiana Alleging Inequitable Funding Formula
February 23, 2010
Hamilton Southeastern Schools, Franklin Township Community Schools and Middlebury Community Schools, filed a lawsuit in Hamilton County against the State of Indiana arguing that their schools are not receiving sufficient funding as a result of the State’s long-held school funding formula.
Featured in report on "Spike in Calls to Suicide Hotlines", offers tips to employers
CBS - WBBM Ch. 2
Job loss and despair resulting from the economic crisis are factors in a 20% increase in suicide and suicide attempts. CBS 2 Chicago (WBBM-TV) interviewed firm partner Sally J. Scott for its February 10, 2009 story on the labor implications of this situation.
Allergies in Schools: A Changing Legal Landscape
School Law Report
February 2010
Firm partner Darcy L. Khira authored article on allergies in schools for Education Law Association's monthly newsletter School Law Reporter
15 Firm Attorneys Named Super Lawyers and 9 Named Rising Stars
Law & Politics
January 26, 2010
The law firm of Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce 24 of its attorneys have been recognized in Law & Politics’ 2010 edition of Illinois Super Lawyers.
Maryanne C. Adams Joins the Firm as its First Director of Client Service & Development
January 22, 2010
To start the new year, the law firm of Franczek Radelet welcomed Maryanne C. Adams as its first Director of Client Service and Development.
Veteran Labor & Employment Attorney, Christopher A. Johlie, Adds Significant Experience to Chicago Law Firm
January 18, 2010
The law firm of Franczek Radelet is pleased to announce that Christopher A. Johlie has joined the firm as a partner.
Winter 2010
James C. Franczek, Jr. profiled in The University of Chicago Law School Alumni Magazine
Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Illinois School Law: Organization, FInance & Property
January 7, 2010
Firm partners Todd Faulkner and Brian Crowley contributed to the 2010 edition of Illinois School Law: Organization, Finance & Property published by the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education (IICLE)
More students qualify for education plans
Northwest Herald
December 17, 2009
Franczek Radelet attorneys Darcy Kriha and Jennifer Smith were quoted on the front page of the Northwest Herald after hosting "The New Section 504" seminar for McHenry County.
Keeping You Up to Date on Education Law Issues
As part of our ongoing effort to offer helpful tools for our clients to stay up to date on quickly changing education law issues, Franczek Radelet launches a new Education Podcast. The Education Podcast will provide an opportunity, free of charge, for clients to listen in as Franczek Radelet attorneys discuss the top issues facing our education clients. The Education Podcast offers a fun and quick way for educators to keep informed.
New FMLA rules: What managers need to know and do
November 20, 2009
Jeff Nowak, a partner at the firm, published the article "New FMLA rules: What managers need to know and do" on MyManagersNetwork.com.
Labor and Employment Relations Association Wisconsin Chapter Third Annual One Day Conference
November 3, 2009
David P. Radelet, a founding partner of the firm, is scheduled to speak at the Labor and Employment Relations Association Wisconsin Chapter Third Annual One Day Conference in Milwaukee on November 3, 2009. Mr. Radelet will open the general session of the program with the presentation topic "What A Difference A Year Makes: The Law of the Workplace - A Look Back and a Look Ahead."
2009 El Humanitario Award Ceremony
October 8, 2009
Michael J. Hernandez, a partner at Franczek Radelet P.C., was chosen by Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez as one of two people to be honored during the 2009 celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 30, 2009
On September 30, 2009, Jeff Nowak will provide an update on the FMLA and VESSA in an annual employment law conference sponsored by the Law Bulletin.
Published by the Association of School Business Officials International
School Business Affairs
September 2009
Firm partner Ares G. Dalianis and associate Scott R. Metcalf co-authored an article with Michael Prombo which appears in the September 2009 issue of SBA (School Business Affairs), which focuses on finance, accounting, and budgeting.
September 3, 2009
On August 25, 2009, Franczek Radelet attorneys successfully obtained a temporary restraining order on behalf of Argo Community High School District No. 217 and Indian Springs School District No. 109. The order allows approximately 260 students to board school buses from safe locations near their homes within the apartment complex, rather than at a bus stop on a busy, industrial street.
WEF Becomes Tax Exempt
Tribune Local/Westmont
August 7, 2009
Darcy Kriha was lauded by the Westmont Educational Foundation (WEF) for her role in the WEF's efforts to obtain 501(c)(3) tax exempt status as a public charity. It is hoped that this status will assist the WEF in raising funds for a scholarship program for local students.
August 6, 2009
Firm partner Darcy L. Kriha is quoted in an article entitled "School attorney: Allergies tops list of 5 biggest issues districts face" which appears on the Special Ed Connection® Web site.
Daily Labor Report
August 4, 2009
Firm partner Jeff Nowak was quoted extensively in an August 4, 2009 Daily Labor Report article which highlighted a presentation he gave to attendees at the American Bar Association's annual meeting held this week in Chicago. The presentation, entitled "Labor and Employment Legislation Impacting Federal Construction Under the New Administration," provided ABA attendees an overview of President Obama's probable labor and employment initiatives, including workplace legislation currently pending in Congress.
Daily Labor Report
August 4, 2009
Firm partner Jeff Nowak was quoted extensively in an August 4, 2009 Daily Labor Report article which highlights a presentation he gave to attendees at the American Bar Association's annual meeting. The presentation, which was entitled "Labor and Employment Legislation Impacting Federal Construction Under the New Administration," provided ABA attendees an overview of President Obama's probable labor and employment initiatives, including workplace legislation currently pending in Congress.
August 3, 2009
After more than a decade of litigation, the Champaign Community Unit School District No. 4 Board of Education in Champaign, IL approved a Settlement Agreement that ended a voluntary federal Consent Decree. The decree stems from complaints filed with the Office of Civil Rights by African-American Plaintiffs in 1996, which alleged racial discrimination.
Connections
August 1, 2009
Chris Johlie co-authored the article “Organized Labor’s Impact on the Healthcare Industry: Unions in the Time of Reform” published in the American Health Lawyers Association’s Connections magazine in August 2009.
July 13, 2009
Firm partner David P. Radelet is featured prominently in the lead of this Crain's Chicago Business article about the slew of rules and regulations enacted by the Obama administration which affect the way employers deal with their employees.
Family and Medical Leave Handbook
July 2009
Firm partner Jeff Nowak was quoted in the July 2009 edition of the Family and Medical Leave Handbook in an article entitled "Doctors Charging Fees for FMLA Medical Certifications." The article discusses how physicians are increasingly charging fees to complete Family and Medical Leave Act medical certification forms. Both employees and employers can be affected, depending on which party the doctor seeks to charge.
May 28, 2009
On May 28, 2009, Franczek Radelet received the Black Women Lawyers' Association of Greater Chicago President's Award for Continuous Support of Diversity and Scholarship.
Apply these 7 practices to address on-, off-campus bullying
Special Ed Connection
May 6, 2009
Firm partner Darcy Kriha was quoted extensively in this article which was published in May 2009 on the Special Ed Connection Web site.
Charles P. Rose Confirmed by U.S. Senate as General Counsel, Department of Education
May 6, 2009
On May 6, 2009, the firm announced that founding partner Charles Rose had been confirmed by the United States Senate as General Counsel for the Department of Education, and that the firm's name is now Franczek Radelet.
May 5, 2009
Suggestions, information, and links to resources for school districts regarding the magnitude and potential spread of the H1N1 swine influenza.
"When Should You Stay Home?" - Swine Flu Outbreak
April 30, 2009
Firm partner Michael A. Warner, Jr. was interviewed for a ABC Channel 7 Chicago report on the H1N1/Swine Flu Outbreak entitled "When Should You Stay Home?".
April 3, 2009
Ares G. Dalianis will participate in an all-day seminar sponsored by the Appraisal Institute; the program is entitled "The Nuts & Bolts of a Tax Appeal with a Mock Hearing."
April 2009
In recent months, founding partner David P. Radelet has spoken extensively throughout the Midwest on the Employee Free Choice Act and its implications for employers.
The Washington Post
March 29, 2009
Founding partner David P. Radelet is quoted in this Washington Post article regarding the Employee Free Choice Act and its prospects following the 2010 elections.
"Reframing the Debate on Employee Free Choice Act: Bad Public Policy in Uncertain Times"
March 20, 2009
Firm partners James C. Franczek, Jr. and David P. Radelet spoke at a breakfast forum hosted by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce on pending EFCA legislation.
March 5, 2009
The American Legion's C.D. Burton Post 808 will honor James C. Franczek, Jr. in a ceremony being held on March 5, 2009.
February 27, 2009
On February 27, 2009, Patti Whitten made presentations to staff at Illinois School District U-46 and New Trier Township High School District 203.
Amy Moor Gaylord quoted in Reuters report on efforts to unionize white-collar workers
Reuters.com
January 28, 2009
With companies laying off tens of thousands of salaried workers and cutting the pay of many more amid the worst economic crisis since the Depression, organizers see an opportunity to win over the white-collar cubicle-dwellers who have replaced blue-collar workers at the center of the U.S. economy.
Super Lawyers
January 23, 2009
Twenty-one(21) attorneys from Franczek Radelet were voted by their peers as Illinois Super Lawyers & Rising Stars for 2009.
Green v. Board of Education for Community Unit School District No. 201
December 16, 2008
On December 16, 2008, our firm successfully obtained summary judgment on behalf of the Board of Education for Community Unit School District No. 201 in a race discrimination lawsuit filed by a former first-year teacher.
CCH WorkWeek (online)
December 2008
Michael A. Warner, Jr., a partner at Franczek Radelet, recently gave a seminar on Reductions in Force to the Chicago Bar Association; a report on his seminar, published on the web by CCH WorkWeek, is presented here
November 25, 2008
On November 17, 2008, the U.S. Department of Labor published its long-awaited final regulations interpreting the Family and Medical Leave Act. Our executive summary of the key changes in the new rules is available via this article.
November 25, 2008
On November 17, 2008, the U.S. Department of Labor published its long-awaited final regulations interpreting the Family and Medical Leave Act. The new rules become effective on January 16, 2009. Serving as the first substantial changes to the regulations since the FMLA became law 15 years ago, the new regulations will significantly impact the manner in which employers administer the FMLA. Please click the link below to view an Executive Summary prepared by Franczek Radelet & Rose attorneys regarding the DOL's new FMLA regulations.
Now online at www.ChangeYouNeedToKnow.com
November 19, 2008
Franczek Radelet & Rose present Front & Center -- your source for insight, information, and analysis on the changes you need to know in labor & employment and education law.
Obama win means pro-worker agenda will be pushed
The Business Journal - Serving Greater Milwaukee
November 14, 2008
David P. Radelet was quoted extensively by the Milwaukee BUSINESS JOURNAL in an article concerning the Employee Free Choice Act and its implications for employers.
Illinois School Board Journal
November 1, 2008
An article written by Steven M. Baule (superintendent of CUSD 201 in Westmont, IL) and Darcy L. Kriha which originally appeared in the November/December 2008 issue of the Illinois School Board Journal.
October 9, 2008
Franczek Radelet has been selected as the first recipient of the Chicago-Kent College of Law Institutional Partner Award.
Allegations of Violations of the University Student Policy Manuals Are Rejected
September 30, 2008
Franczek Radelet & Rose secured a jury trial victory on behalf of the University of Chicago in the matter of Vernon v. University of Chicago. Following a nine-day trial, a Chicago jury returned a verdict in favor of the University, which was represented by Franczek Radelet & Rose attorneys Jeff Nowak and Bill Pokorny.
August 13, 2008
Upon the conclusion of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2007-2008 term, Franczek Radelet compiled a Review of the Supreme Court’s 2007-2008 Term which highlights the important labor and employment cases the Court analyzed this past term and will consider in its upcoming term.
July 14, 2008
Franczek Radelet is proud to have had twelve partners recommended by their peers as being among the top lawyers in Illinois and thus be included in the Leading Lawyers Network for 2008-2009.
March 1, 2008
Jeffrey S. Nowak was recently was named to the editorial board of the Family and Medical Leave Handbook.
Library Media Connection (Vol 26, No. 5)
February 2008
The article considers how the Internet and advances in technology have dramatically changed the variables of student speech issues, and it looks at issues, concerns, relevant court cases, and practical issues and actions with respect to free speech in this context, including the importance of an updated Acceptable Technology Use Policy.
2007
Patti Whitten and Scott Cruz recently obtained a dismissal verdict in the Circuit Court of DuPage County on behalf of Elgin School District U-46 in the case of Joseph Caruso v. The Board Education of Elgin School District U-46 et al.
Chambers USA
2007
In its 2007 AMERICA'S LEADING LAWYERS FOR BUSINESS: THE CLIENT'S GUIDE, Chambers USA places Franczek Radelet (formerly Franczek Sullivan) in the first ranks of labor and employment firms in Illinois.
January 1, 2007
The Council serves the public interest by promoting and implementing policies necessary to maintain development, growth and educational opportunities throughout the Chicago region.
2007
The Seventh Circuit affirmed summary judgment for our client, Morningstar, Inc. In reaching its decision, the court once again reinforced that in order for an employer to be liable for coworker harassment, the employer must have knowledge of the harassment. The court found that Bernier's anonymous instant message to the alleged harasser (a co-worker) was insufficient to put the company on notice for the purpose of imputing liability.
Chicago Tribune Magazine
August 18, 2002
Not far from the city's "Union Row," where the headquarters of organized labor dominate Ashland Avenue, the president of the Chicago Teachers Union is standing outside Plumbers Hall and greeting hundreds of her members as they arrive for a monthly meeting. Like any good Irish politician born on the South Side, Deborah Lynch knows the names and stories of many of the teachers, school clerks and other union delegates who pass by her at the entrance of the union hall on West Washington Boulevard. "I like to do this every month because it's a good, informal way to hear what's on people's minds," says Lynch, who quickly switches her attention to an approaching elementary teacher.
Daily Labor Report
June 5, 2002
Advocates trying to choose an arbitrator to hear a particular case would be better served by investigating the potential arbitrator's integrity, timeliness, patience and sensitivity rather than his or her labor-management biases, two prominent Chicago labor attorneys said May 29.
Reprinted from The University of Chicago Law School The Record
Fall 1994
It was the simplest of beginnings. In the spring of 1993, two old friends met at a benefit and, between hors d'oeuvres, slipped into what old friends do in such a situation: talk about their jobs and what they'd really like to do, if only…Both men had made it to the top of their profession at large Chicago law firms but found they were looking for something more. They felt they needed a change.
Reprinted with permission from Chicago Lawyer, Vol. 17 No. 4
February 14, 1994
One afternoon when David P. Radelet returned to Wildman, Harrold, Allen, & Dixon from a morning meeting, a memorandum lay on his desk.
Reprinted with permission from Crain’s Chicago Business
February 14, 1994
In one coordinated blitz, 12 partners are leaving four Chicago law firms this week to establish a new labor law powerhouse.
The lawyers are departing some of the most prestigious firms in the city: Vedder Price Kaufman & Kammholz, Seyfarth Shaw Fairweather & Geraldson, Wildman Harrold Allen & Dixon and Klein Thorpe & Jenkins.