Month: May 2021
California’s AB-5 is “Clearly Detrimental” to the Trucking Industry
A recent California court decision may have far-reaching implications on the trucking industry, not just in California, but also nationwide. In the wake of that decision, the California Trucking Association (the “CTA”), a trade association representing motor carriers that hire independent contractors who are owner-operators, has vowed to continue its fight against the State of
Property Tax Appeals, Exemptions & Incentives
Our real estate tax team at Rock Fusco & Connelly continues to work hard fighting to keep your property tax bills as low as possible. As the 2021 appeal session gets underway, we wanted to give you an update on where we are in the 2020 appeal session, what to expect in 2021, and dates
Hospitality Industry Loses COVID-19 Lawsuit Against State of Illinois
Hospitality jobs in Illinois have declined nearly 52 percent since the pandemic began, according to new data, as lawsuits continue against the governor’s orders to close nonessential businesses. While leisure and hospitality jobs were hit the hardest, the number of small businesses open in Illinois overall has fallen by about 36.5 percent, as of March
Proposed Changes to Biometric Information Privacy Act
Illinois lawmakers have introduced House Bill 559 to add new provisions to the Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”). However, there is debate over whether the changes would gut BIPA’s power. BIPA requires private entities to inform persons in writing about the purpose of any biometric information collection, use, or storage. Biometric data includes fingerprint technology,
Federal Judge Rules CDC’s Pandemic Eviction Moratorium Unconstitutional
A federal judge in Texas ruled late last month that the Center of Disease Control’s (“CDC”) eviction moratorium to let people stay in their homes despite their lost income during the coronavirus pandemic is unconstitutional. With millions of tenants throughout the United States behind on rent, this ruling could potentially have severe consequences for millions