Let's Get Legal

Bob Clifford, the founder of Clifford Law Offices in Chicago, joins host Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss the Air India crash of a Boeing 787. For more information on Clifford Law Offices, visit www.cliffordlaw.com.

Sadie Rose, Vogelzang Law's bankruptcy team's supervising attorney, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss representing clients with asbestos-related diseases. Sadie and Jon discuss bankrupt defendants and the Depo-Provera lawsuit, and the injectable contraceptive which has been linked to an increased risk of developing brain tumors.

John and Andie Larson are the father-daughter duo that make up Larson Law Group. They join Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss their journey to creating the law firm and one of their focus being medical malpractice and opioid abuse. Plus, the trio discusses the statute of limitations on opioid overdoses and the […]

Statehouse Reporter for Capitol News Illinois, Ben Szalinski, joined Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to talk about the latest state legal news. Ben gives his key takeaways from the budget. From spending growth and new revenue to possible transit layoffs, Ben and Jon discuss what’s in the latest Illinois budget.

On this airing of Let’s Get Legal: Jon Hansen is joined by Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti & Dolan to talk about time frames for starting a lawsuit on wrongful terminations and more listener questions. Trial Lawyer Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers also joins to discuss whether age should be a factor in […]

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the latest trending estate planning news. The two talk about documentation that helps when writing a will, if there is a need for a will when you only have one child, and she answers listener questions. For more […]

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan, Founding Partner of Conti and Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest employment news. Patrick also answers questions from listeners about 401(k) plans, guaranteed payouts in contracts, and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.

Statehouse Reporter for Capitol News Illinois, Ben Szalinski, joined Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to talk about the latest state legal news. Ben and Jon discuss proposed legislation, public defender reform, and public transit reform.

Skyler Hughes from Vogelzang Law joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss asbestos and the time frame from exposure to when problems can develop. Sklyer shares his journey to Vogelzang Law, why he chose asbestos litigation, and who has had the highest exposure to asbestos. For more information, visit vogelzanglaw.com or call 312-466-1669.

Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. The two break down the arrest of Wisconsin County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan. Mike and Jon also talk about the hours that go into a trial and the topic of unsolved cases. For more information about Michael Leonard, visit leonardtriallawyers.com.

Cindy Buys, Professor of Law and Director of International Law Programs at Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the Supreme Court case involving a Venezuelan man who might be deported by the Trump Administration. Listen in while Professor Buys breaks down the details surrounding this news […]

Millie Palmer of Navigant Law joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to share real-life experiences that highlight the importance of estate planning. Listen in while Millie discusses estate planning from both the perspective of establishing the estate and next of kin. She and Jon dive in to all the issues that can arise from […]

Mike Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers and employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan join WGN Radio’s Jon Hansen to answer all listeners’ legal questions. Mike and Patrick discuss class action lawsuits, Governor JB Pritzker’s Paid Leave Act, whistleblower settlements, and many other legal topics.

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss estate planning. Mildred talks to listeners about receiving inheritance letters after people have passed, what it means to fund a trust, and switching lawyers after creating a will or trust. For more information, call (847) 253-8800 for a […]

Jon Hansen is joined by lawyers Patrick Dolan and Michael Leonard on this airing of Let’s Get Legal! Patrick Dolan, an employment lawyer at Conti & Dolan, discusses leaving a job, unlimited PTO, and getting fired while on maternity leave. Michael Leonard, a trial lawyer at Leonard Trial Lawyers, discusses the credibility of an alibi witness […]

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to answer listeners' legal questions and trending legal news. Michael covers the case of Patrick Daley Thompson, former 11th Ward Alderman. Plus, the two discuss written orders and oral orders from judges.

Ben Szalinski, Statehouse reporter at Capitol News Illinois joins Dane Neal on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the end of reimbursements for Illinois food programs.

The Supreme Court rejected President Trump's request to freeze nearly $2 billion in foreign aid, what happens now? Criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard joins Dane Neal, in for Jon Hansen, to discuss the latest Supreme Court news.

An investigation by ProPublica and Capitol News Illinois discovered that children were being mistreated and neglected while being homeschooled. State Representative and Chair of the Adoption and Child Welfare Committee in the Illinois House, Terra Costa Howard, joins Dane Neal for Let’s Gel Legal. The two discuss homeschooling and the new bill that hopes to protect children’s […]

Michelle T. Pawlowski, Litigation Associate Attorney at Vogelzang Law, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal! Michelle and Jon talk about the development of mesothelioma, lawsuits after death, and take calls from listeners who worked with asbestos and developed lung damage. For more information, call (312) 466-1669.

IRS Tax Attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC with Opem Tax Advocates, joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal. The two discuss estimated taxes, important approaching deadlines and more! For more information, visit fightbacknow.com.

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss estate planning. Woman-owned and operated, the team handles everything from business law to wills, trusts, and estate administration. Millie talks about HIPAA authorization, consultations, and their payment plan option to help as many people as possible. For […]

On this airing of Let's Get Legal, Employment Lawyer Partick Dolan and Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard join Jon Hansen. It's a legal grab bag, and listeners call in with questions. Segment 1: Michael Leonard and Jon discuss governors’ ability to remove mayors from office and the Eric Adams case. Segment 2: Patrick Dolan discusses DOGE and many federal […]

Christian Luciano Santiago of Vogelzang Law joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss mesothelioma and companies knowingly exposing employees to it. The two discuss worker training at companies for handling asbestos and answer listener questions about exposure and litigation. For more information, call (312) 466-1669.

Criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. The two discuss Michael Madigan being convicted of 10 counts of corruption and how his age will affect his jail time. Michael Leonard also gives his opinion on the resignations of seven New York prosecutors.

IRS Tax Attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC with Opem Tax Advocates, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. The two discuss 1099 forms, IRS agents, and Steven’s opinion on abolishing the IRS. For more information Steven, visit fightbacknow.com.

Employment lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss buyouts, benefits, and whether companies can fulfill promises made when they are offered. Plus, Patrick answers listener questions about company restructuring, work phones, and more!

On this airing of Let's Get Legal, criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard joins Jon Hansen. The two talk about the Super Bowl Shuffle, the latest OJ Simpson documentary, Michael Madigan trial updates, and Attorney General Pam Bondi. For more information about Michael Leonard, visit leonardtriallawyers.com

Criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the Mike Madigan trial as the jury breaks for the weekend. Michael Leonard also explains how a closing argument works and gives his pre-trial rituals.

Bob Clifford, the founder of Clifford Law Offices in Chicago, joins host Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss plane crash investigation and procedures. Bob shares what questions might be asked in the cases and the importance of giving families a voice. For a free consultation, call (312) 625-6192.

Law Professor Jason Mazzone of the University of Illinois joins Jon Hasen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the TikTok ban. Is the ban a violation of the First Amendment? Jon and Professor Mazzone discuss companies sharing consumer information, the Supreme Court’s 9-0 decision about upholding the ban, and more.

Wyatt Berkover, Attorney at Vogelzang Law, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss asbestos exposure and his most memorable cases. With over 20 years of mesothelioma and asbestos litigation experience, Vogelzang Law can help you with your case. For more information, call 312-466-1669.

Michael Leonard, attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest legal news. Michael and Jon talk about cross-examinations, Cook County courts, and jury information. For more about Leonard Trial Lawyers, visit www.leonardtriallawyers.com.

Michael Leonard, attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest legal news. Michael talks about Madigan taking the stand at trial and predicts what the verdict will be. Plus, the two talk about bullying in the legal profession.

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to answer listener employment questions. Do you owe your company a two-week notice? Jon and Patrick discuss this topic and more! To request a consultation, call 312-332-7800 or visit www.contidolanlaw.com

Professor Cindy Buys of the School of Law at Southern Illinois University joins WGN Radio’s Jon Hansen to discuss current issues regarding immigration. Cindy and Jon talk about birthright citizenship, deportation proceedings, the effect of a new administration on immigration, and much more.

Criminal defense attorney Mike Leonard joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to ask WGN listeners questions about trials they have served on as a juror. Mike also comments on the details and sequence of events that typically take place in particular cases.

IRS Tax Attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC with Opem Tax Advocates joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to give tax advice for those who are self-employed and those who are business owners. Additionally, he answers texts and calls from WGN Radio listeners.

Audriana Anderson of Anderson Attorneys & Advisors joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss new laws coming in 2025, and how the implementation of new laws can affect how law enforcement and attorneys handle legal situations. Some of these new laws have to do with pay transparency, canceling gym memberships, and landlord retaliation.

Order in the court! Jon Hansen is the judge for the trial of the Home Alone parents. Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, Patrick Dolan, is the prosecutor. Trial Lawyer of Leonard Trial Lawyers. Michael Leonard is the Defendant for Kevin McCallister’s parents. Are they guilty or not guilty?

Attorney Audriana Anderson from Anderson Attorneys and Advisors joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest changes in the SAFE-T Act. The two break down how prosecutors must now seek a pre-trial detention for anyone who is accused of certain crimes. To learn more about how Attorney Audriana Anderson can help you, visit www.andersonaa.com/.

Michael Leonard, Federal Defense Attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to answer listeners' legal questions and discuss the latest trending legal news. Michael and Jon discuss the manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny for fatally choking a subway passenger.

Nicholas Vogelzang of Vogelzang Law joins Jon Hansen on Let's Get Legal to discuss why Illinois is important to asbestos litigation and why there are so many cases tried here. For more information, call (312) 466-1669.

Juli Gumina and Raiford Palmer of the STG Divorce Law Firm joined Let’s Get Legal to discuss divorce during the holiday season. Raiford and Juli advise on what couples should be doing if they are considering getting a divorce in the next few weeks.

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest employment news. Patrick shares new Illinois state laws like the Digital Voice and Protection Act, and they discuss transparency in Illinois job postings.

On this airing of Let’s Get Legal, Jon Hansen is joined by Alan Brownstein, a nationally recognized Constitutional Law scholar who teaches Constitutional Law, Law and Religion, and Torts at UC Davis School of Law. The two talk about why religion is in the First Amendment and the history of that decision.

IRS Tax Attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC with Opem Tax Advocates, joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. They discuss how the IRS has changed how it operates with new technology.

Trial Lawyer Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest trending legal stories. What’s next for the court cases of Donald Trump after the election? How do judges get elected? Michael answers these questions and more! For more information, visit www.leonardtriallawyers.com or call 312-872-0091

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti and Dolan joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest employee news. Patrick talks about filing a claim with the Illinois Department of Human Rights, accrued PTO, and what laid-off employees can do if their former company does not reply to questions regarding the layoff.

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan of Conti & Dolan joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the closure of the PepsiCo plant in Chicago. Patrick explains how the WARN Act works and also discusses protected categories in the workplace.

Jon Hansen is joined by Patrick Dolan, Partner at Conti & Dolan, LLC, and Michael Leonard, attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, to take calls and answer listener questions regarding a wide array of subjects, including the Menendez brothers sentencing, getting fired over health reasons and more!