Corona

COVID-19 and Intellectual Property

Published on: June 1, 2020 | By Hart David Carson LLP

Most facets of life have been impacted by COVID-19, including the way we handle intellectual property. From enforcing IP protections to safeguarding trade secrets, the pandemic has introduced a number of changes.

Impact on IP Used in Remote Business Operations

For companies that have transitioned to remote work-forces, the way trade secrets and other sensitive information is protected has to adapt. Many businesses have had to adjust their current IP protection policies and implement new technologies and practices in order to keep trade secrets safe when being used by home-based employees.

How the Coronavirus Outbreak Affects Malpractice Cases in Illinois

Published on: May 1, 2020 | By Hart David Carson LLP

Healthcare providers throughout the state are facing challenges as the COVID-19 outbreak fills more hospital beds than ever before. On top of that, lower staff numbers and a ban on elective procedures add to the difficulty.

Perhaps for these reasons, the governor has granted many providers full immunity from civil liability for the duration of this emergency, making malpractice claims far more difficult—if not impossible—to pursue.

Immunity to Civil Liability

Can Nurses Get Workers’ Compensation in Illinois?

Published on: March 18, 2020 | By Hart David Carson LLP

Hospital workers, including RNs, CNAs, and LPNs, face numerous challenges in their fast-paced line of work. These challenges often lead to injury, and it’s important for nurses to know that they are entitled to workers’ compensation if that happens.

Workers’ Compensation Laws for Hospital Workers

Illinois workers’ compensation laws cover the vast majority of employees in the state, including nurses. The law is a no-fault system, meaning you don’t have to prove fault in order to collect compensation for your injury.