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What Have You Done To Help Another Women Today?
Nijman Franzetti is a proud sponsor of the Chicago Bar Association's celebration of Women's History Month. We were happy to support and join in the 2019 Women's History Month Luncheon "Celebrating the Progress of Women Lawyers" as well as the Working Women's Legal Summit on March…
Court Holds That CERCLA Does Not Apply To Disposal Of A “Naturally Occurring” Hazardous Substance
In a summary judgment opinion in Hobart Corporation, et al. v. The Dayton Power & Light Company, et al., 3:13-cv-115, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio held that untreated wood and wood ash from burning untreated wood is not a…
IEPA Seal Orders: The Extent of Section 34 Authority
Section 34 of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act gives the Agency authority to seal equipment, vehicles, vessels, aircraft, or facilities in emergency conditions and conditions creating immediate danger or imminent and substantial endangerment to public health or welfare of the environment. Section 34 gives the…
Nijman Franzetti LLP Receives Top Chambers USA Recognition
Nijman Franzetti LLP is pleased to announce the firm's recognition in the 2018 edition of Chambers USA, a highly regarded legal directory, featuring client-led intelligence on America's leading lawyers for business. Nijman Franzetti was honored to once again be recognized as one of the top…
U.S. Business and Whistleblower Protection Programs
Whistleblower complaints and fraud claims are on the rise across industry sectors and within differing subject matter areas. While we traditionally think about the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in connection with workplace safety, OSHA also is the one stop shop for whistleblower programs.…