In Remembrance
Deb was a remarkable person who overcame many health challenges and devoted herself to helping others. She received love and care from...
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Oct 12, 20231 min read
Ridge & Downes Stands with the UAW
The United Auto Workers walked out to the picket lines on Friday, September 15, 2023. For the first time in history, they decided to...
Jul 12, 20231 min read
Together: Building a Greater Tomorrow!
Ridge & Downes, IAM District 8 and Guide Dogs of America are working together to build a greater tomorrow for persons who need service...
Apr 24, 20231 min read
Let's Start This Week Out Right!
Ridge & Downes is celebrating our administrative staff's achievements throughout this week. Thank you to the entire team at Ridge & Downes.
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Cha-ching Money in the Jar!
On March 12, 2023, Ridge & Downes, VFW Post 5788, and Team Trooper hosted the St. Baldrick's Fundraiser Event to raise funds to Conquer...
Dec 1, 20221 min read
Ridge & Downes calls it Puppy Love
Ridge & Downes (R&D) is a proud sponsor of many puppies from Guide Dogs of America on behalf of the IAMAW District 8 for many a year. ...
Oct 31, 20220 min read
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Nursing Home Negligence
At some point in our lives, many of us will be confronted with the decision as to whether to admit a loved one to a nursing home for...
Sep 22, 20221 min read
VOTE “YES” FOR THE WORKERS’ RIGHTS AMENDMENT
This November, Illinois Amendment 1, Right to Collective Bargaining Measure (2022) will be at the top of every ballot. Please vote YES. A...
Aug 29, 20221 min read
Jim Ridge Thanks Donors for Supporting St. Baldrick's Foundation
I want to thank each of you for your donation to the St. Baldrick's Event. I am happy to advise you that Team Trooper raised $19,250, and...
Jul 29, 20221 min read
Giving Back to the Community
Sterling is one of the puppies sponsored by Ridge & Downes for District 8 of the International Association of Machinists. She is training...
May 19, 20211 min read
Congratulations!
Ridge & Downes would like to congratulate Attorneys Amylee Hogan Simonovich and Brian Driscoll on being elected Trustees in their...
Jun 15, 20202 min read
Public Employees Benefits Extended
On May 23, 2020, Senate Bill 0471 passed out of the Illinois General Assembly. The Bill was sent to Governor Pritzker on June 8, 2020,...
Jun 11, 20201 min read
Office Operations for Phase 3
As we enter Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan, we want our clients and friends to know that we are planning a safe reopening of our...
Jun 10, 20201 min read
Covid Presumption Signed Into Law
On June 5, 2020, Governor Pritzker signed HB 2455 into law (PA 010-0633). HB 2455 amended the Illinois Occupational Disease Act to...
May 21, 20202 min read
COVID Presumption Passed!
On May 22, 2020, the Illinois General Assembly amended the Illinois Occupational Disease Act to include a rebuttable presumption that if...
Apr 26, 20201 min read
Emergency Rule Blocked
On April 24, 2020, Judge Madonia in Sangamon County, entered a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO), stopping the Illinois Workers’...
Apr 12, 20202 min read
Emergency Rule for First Responders and Front-Line Workers
On April 13, 2020, the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission enacted an Emergency Amendment to the Rules Governing Practice Before...
Mar 26, 20201 min read
COVID-19 April Operations Update
Last week, we advised that the Courts, including the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission had enacted closures, except in emergency...
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