At the Indiana State Bar Association’s (ISBA) recent Annual Summit, KDDK partner Steve Hoar was elected Chair-Elect of the ISBA’s House of Delegates. As Chair-Elect in 2024-25, Steve will serve on the ISBA’s Board of Governors, the governing body of the ISBA between meetings of the House of Delegates. In 2025-26, Steve will become Chair...Read More
By Mark McAnulty and Nick Golding Illinois employers should begin preparing for various changes to Illinois employment law going into effect on January 1, 2025, including amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act (“IHRA”), Illinois Equal Pay Act (“EPA”), and Illinois Personnel Record Review Act (“PRRA”). Amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act 1. Family...Read More
It is with deep sadness that we extend our condolences to the family of Philip H. Siegel, a respected member of the Evansville legal community and friend to the firm who died on September 14, 2024, at the age of 90. Mr. Siegel began practicing law in 1960 and was known for his dedication to...Read More
With 17 years of recognition by Best Lawyers, KDDK Partner Stephen S. Lavallo was named Evansville’s “Lawyer of the Year” for his work with Closely Held Companies and Family Business Law. This was the second year his efforts on behalf of closely held and family businesses have been recognized by Best Lawyers. Best Lawyers also...Read More
Over the past decade, The Best Lawyers in America has recognized Mark Samila in eight different practice areas, awarding him “Lawyer of the Year” recognition four times. Two of those titles were given this year for Samila’s work in both Banking and Finance Law as well as Corporate Law which he also received in 2023....Read More
Please note that our offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, to allow our employees to celebrate the Labory Day Holiday. We will return to our standard business hours Tuesday morning. On behalf of the firm, we wish you a safe and happy holiday weekend!Read More
In a win for employers across the country, North Texas’ U.S. District Court on August 20, 2024, issued a ruling setting aside a controversial final rule of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that effectively bans most non-compete agreements. The Court’s decision invalidated the final rule nationwide before it was set to take effect on September...Read More
Recently, third-party companies have been sending out letters offering to buy property. Recipients of these letters have increased concerns about whether they are falling victim to real property fraud. There are existing tools that help property owners monitor what real estate documents are being recorded using their names. Most counties in Indiana, and many in...Read More
