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SPRINGFIELD BUSINESS JOURNAL ARTICLES

	Sarah Delano Pavlik and Tom Pavlik write a monthly column on legal and business issues for the Springfield Business Journal. Their columns will be added here each month after publication.


2008

May	Delaying May Cost You, Don't Loose Your Rights
April	The Illinois Employee Classification Act
March	Choices You Make At Closing

2007
December	How Do Your Employee Benefits Affect Your Estate Plan?
October	Helping Non-Profits For The Long Term?
August	So You Want To Buy A Franchise?
April	The Governor's Gross Tax Proposal
March	The Tax Gap - What Is It And What Does It Mean To You?

2006
August	Adoption In Illinois
July	Another New Tax Law ‚ More Of The Same
May	Doing Business As A Woman In Illinois
April	How Charitable Is Your Charity?
March	Buying A House At Foreclosure
February	Piercing The Corporate Veil
January	2005 Legislative Update

2005
December	You're A Success, But Who Will Succeed You?
November	Debunking Car Buying Myths
September	What To Know When Donating To Someone in Need
August	Good Samaritan Acts -- Does No Good Deed Go Unpunished?
July	Avoiding The Courthouse
June	What Does The New Bankruptcy Law Mean To You?
May	New Rules Regarding Credit Reports
April	Who Will Make Your Medical Decisions?
March	Understanding RESPA's Impact
February	TIF Financing 101: Basics And More In Understanding The Law
January	Don't Let Toxic Mold Lead To Toxic Litigation

2004
December	Health Savings Accounts May Save Your Employees Money
November	Is There A Federal Contract In Your Future
October	Establishing A Local Foundation In Your Name
September	Exploring Right Of Access To Public Documents
August	Examine Facts Before Weighing In On Malpractice Reform Debate
July	Perils, Pitfalls Of Email: Institute Code Of Conduct
June	Be Wary Of Incorporation Scams For Your Business
May	Are You Prepared For New Overtime Rules Effective In August
April	Reidential Loan Traps For Unwary
March	Estate Planning With Your Home
February	What Are The Best Options When Holding Title To Property?
January	New Workplace Laws You Need to Be Informed About

2003
December	Medicaid Has Many Limitations In Providing Long Term Care.
November	A Handshake Isn't Enough Today
October	Seeking Bank Financing?
September	Who Will Make Your Medical Decisions?
August	Top Five Mistakes Businesses Make
July	Asset Protection Planning
May	Some Liabilities To Understand Before You Hit The Links
April	What Is A Mechanics Lien?
March	Providing For Your Pet In Your Estate, Trust
February	Importance Of Environmental Due Diligence
January	How To Choose Your Business Entity

2002
December	Attempting To Collect Bad Debt Accounts In Illinois
November	Don't Be A Crime Victim
October	Illinois Workers' Compensation Act: What You Need To Know
September	Bankruptcy: What It Means In The State of Illinois
August	Issues To Consider When Starting Your Own Business
July	Did Martha Stewart Violate SEC Insider Trading Laws?
June	Specific Guidelines When Buying A Home
May	Divorce: Illinois Style
April	Twelve Tax Scams To Avoid
March	What We Can Learn From Enron
February	Pyramid Schemes Target Females
January	Valuable Checklist For Your Financial Well Being This Year

2001
December	Protecting Your Personal Information From Others
November	Case For Having A Will
October	Families Of Victims Of World Trade Center Face Legal Questions