The Patterson Law Firm Blog

When business disagreements erupt in closely held corporations, personal financial privacy is often on the line. In Smith v. Precision Land Services, Inc., the Illinois Appellate Court examined when shareholder disputes justify court-ordered discovery of personal bank statements, credit card records, and tax returns, providing crucial guidance on relevance, fiduciary obligations, and proportionate discovery in Illinois commercial litigation.

A recent partnership dispute in Illinois highlights the crucial role of procedural compliance in commercial litigation. In Bredemann v. Bredemann, the appellate court reinforced the broad authority of a general partner, demonstrating how technical missteps can unravel breach of fiduciary duty claims and complex requests for judicial dissolution.

When an employer is violating Illinois wage laws, workers often face an aggressive motion to dismiss. This guide explores how to survive federal pleading standards, leverage statutory penalties under the IWPCA and IMWL, and successfully advance a wage theft claim to recover unpaid wages.

The landmark Generative AI Copyright Infringement Lawsuit represents a critical shift as local publishers challenge multi-billion-dollar tech giants over unauthorized scraping and intellectual property violations.

In complex commercial litigation and business lawsuits, selecting a highly specialized expert witness is crucial. However, overspecialization can become a dangerous trap, leading to expert witness exclusion under a Daubert challenge if their testimony drifts outside their core practice area. Discover proactive strategies to safeguard your case.

North Carolina’s historic ban on third-party litigation investment marks a massive shift in tort reform, impacting commercial litigation and high-stakes business disputes across the nation.

This article explores the Illinois Appellate Court’s ruling in Owens v. Berkshire, clarifying that courts retain jurisdiction for post-judgment motion amendments Illinois beyond the 30-day window if a timely motion is pending.

The new SEC crypto asset security definition marks a seismic shift in digital finance, increasing the risk of business lawsuits and professional malpractice claims for firms handling blockchain assets.

This article explores how the Seventh Circuit vacated a default judgment in a trademark infringement case due to a failure to establish personal jurisdiction. It highlights the importance of documenting transactions and the legal malpractice risks associated with procedural failures in high-volume litigation.