Bits N Briefs

Trump’s Executive Order Spurs Legal Response Since the early 1900’s, U.S. Presidents have issued over 13,000 Executive Orders (EO). These are legally binding orders used to direct action by federal agencies under the President’s control. EO’s […]

Swerving on the Highway to Hell An encounter with the police may begin with a short trip to the store for a pack of cigarettes or maybe a taco. Not too far from home, not planning […]

Today, we remember, reflect upon, and honor those whose lives were lost in the surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, 75 years ago on December 7, 1941.  Shortly before 8:00 a.m. […]

A lot of the lawyers that John Grisham writes about he describes as “ham and eggers.” These are generally the small firm and solo lawyers, advertising for clients and serving the legal needs of ordinary people.  […]

Perhaps today or tomorrow, the Chicago Cubs will clinch the Central Division championship and begin preparing for another playoff run.  Considering that the Cubs have not appeared in a World Series since 1945 and not won […]

Let the Pros Handle the Fireworks. Fireworks are still NOT legal in Illinois.  Most people lining up at the fireworks stores across the state line know that they can legally buy firecrackers, bottle rockets, and roman candles […]

Drink Responsibly and Stay Out of Trouble  June is the month for graduation parties, outdoor barbecues, music festivals, warm weather and the start of Summer fun!  Many of these events include alcoholic beverages.  While drinking alcohol is legal, common, […]

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Nearly 5000 people die each year in motorcycle crashes and over 90,000 are injured. The Insurance Information Institute reports that the chance of dying in a motor vehicle crash are […]