In the News: Lawsuit filed against owners of gas station associated with murder of 18-year-old girl
Dolan Law has filed a lawsuit against the owners of a 24-hour BP Gas Station for the shooting death of an 18-year-old Oak Park woman.
CROWN Act: Hair-Based Discrimination
Did you know that Illinois now prohibits employers from engaging in hair-based discrimination against employees? Read more to learn about the CROWN Act and its policies.
Snowblower Injury Happens — What You Do Next Matters
Each year, Chicagoans face bone-chilling cold, snow, and wind. Against storms that shut down schools, close businesses, knock out power,…
Construction Rights & Responsibilities
As homeowners and business owners in Chicago know firsthand, the harsh winter conditions can damage your property and require costly repairs and renovations. When embarking on a construction project, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities as the owner of the property, as well as the rights and responsibilities of the contracts and subcontractors who will be working on the project.
SAFE-T Act in Illinois
The SAFE-T Act’s body camera requirement is aimed at improving accountability and transparency in law enforcement. Body-worn cameras have become increasingly common in law enforcement agencies around the country in recent years. These devices provide a record of interactions between police and the public, which can be used to hold officers accountable for their actions and protect against false allegations of misconduct.
Why Wellness and Mindfulness for Lawyers Matter
Explore what attorney-partner, Karen Munoz, of Dolan Law has to say about the benefits of taking a moment to breathe and be in the moment.
Wrongful Birth Cases
Were you aware that Illinois law recognizes a cause of action based on wrongful birth? Dolan Law can help if you believe you may have been harmed by a physician or hospital in a wrongful birth case.
In the News: Gun pointed at woman, dog during armed robbery in Lincoln Park
"The city is in desperate need of change. Leadership has not acted quickly enough to address the crisis level rates of violent crime in Chicago. If you can’t feel safe walking your dog in the middle of the day, then where can you feel safe? Chicago needs common sense leadership, and the safety and security of Chicagoans has to be put first."
Marty Dolan - Dolan Law, Chicago
Damage Awards for Pre-Impact Terror in Evolving Tragedies
It is not difficult to imagine the mental anguish a person may suffer in the excruciating moments after learning that the present circumstance will inevitably lead to their death. Consequently, a growing number of jurisdictions outside of Illinois have recognized that pre-impact fear is a recoverable harm.
Lawful Use of Campaign Contributions
Election season in America rolls around every couple of years. During this period, Americans reach for their wallets and donate tens of millions of dollars to political campaigns across the country. However, Americans are generally unaware of what their contributions to political campaigns can legally be used for, and what happens to campaign contributions that a candidate doesn’t spend over the course of their election cycle.