Liability Minute Blog

The Liability Minute blog is a resource provided by ISBA Mutual, offering concise and insightful updates on emerging legal issues. This platform keeps legal professionals informed about the latest developments and trends in liability law, helping them navigate complex legal landscapes with ease. Each minute-long segment distills critical information into a digestible format, ensuring that practitioners stay current and well-equipped to address evolving legal challenges.

Illinois Legal Malpractice: Unpacking the Elements of a Claim

Illinois legal malpractice can be a devastating issue for both lawyers and their clients. In our state, legal malpractice occurs when a lawyer’s negligence or failure to meet professional standards harms a client.

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PMBR Self-Assessment: Compliance with Illinois Rule 756(e)

In Illinois, attorneys are required to either carry professional liability insurance or complete the PMBR Self-Assessment as part of their annual registration. This requirement is outlined in Illinois Supreme Court Rule 756(e), and the PMBR Self-Assessment serves as a valuable tool to help attorneys manage their practices more effectively while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

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Illinois Rule 756(e): Preparing for Professional Liability Insurance Renewals

Illinois Rule 756(e) requires Illinois attorneys to report their professional liability insurance status annually. Preparing for professional liability insurance renewal is critical in complying with this rule and protecting your law practice from potential risks.

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Starting a Law Firm in Illinois: Build and Protect Your Practice

Starting a law firm in Illinois requires a comprehensive understanding of the legal, business, and regulatory steps involved. Whether you are a seasoned attorney or newly licensed, setting up your practice successfully starts with a strategic plan.

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ARDC Complaints: How to Handle Them as an Illinois Lawyer

ARDC complaints can happen, and knowing how to handle them is crucial. At ISBA Mutual, we have consulted with our ARDC counsel to create a comprehensive guide on what to do if you receive one. Follow these steps to manage an ARDC complaint properly and protect professional integrity. An ARDC…

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Zoom Court: Diving into Best Practices for Remote Legal Work

Professionalism takes on new importance in the era of Zoom court hearings. As we move further into 2024, virtual court proceedings have become a staple of our judicial system. Understanding how to conduct yourself properly in Zoom court is essential to avoid embarrassment and ensure your client's…

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Illinois Senate Bill 2179: Statute of Repose for Estate Planning

On August 13, 2021, Governor Pritzker signed Illinois Senate Bill 2179 into law, amending 735 ILCS 5/13-214.3. This vital legislation establishes a six-year statute of repose for claims against attorneys related to preparing an estate plan. ISBA Mutual Insurance Company delves into the details of…

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Rule 756(e): The Need for Adequate Professional Liability Coverage

Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 756(e) (Disclosure of Malpractice Insurance), Illinois lawyers who represent at least one private client and do not report that they maintain malpractice insurance are required to complete the Proactive Management Based Regulation (PMBR) Self-Assessment Program…

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Illinois Lawyers Practicing in Indiana: How to Avoid Malpractice

With the City of Chicago and its southern suburbs bordering the Indiana state line and the Indiana cities of Terre Haute and Evansville so close to Illinois, it is commonplace for Illinois attorneys—either with a dual license or pro hac vice—to find themselves representing clients in Indiana courts…

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Legal Malpractice Repose Periods: Insights from Snyder v. Heidelberger

Defense counsel provided by ISBA Mutual Insurance Company (ISBAMIC) successfully achieved a pivotal interpretation of the legal malpractice repose periods under Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, specifically §735 ILCS 5/13-214.3. In the landmark case, Snyder v. Heidelberger, the Illinois Supreme…

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Statutory Limitation Periods: Does It End on the Anniversary Date?

Statutory limitation periods dictate the critical timelines for legal actions, but when exactly do these periods end? This question, particularly whether a statutory limitation period stated in calendar years ends on the anniversary date or the day before, has been a topic of considerable legal…

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