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Andrew Cunniff Departs from Galarnyk & Associates for New Opportunity
Dear Clients, Friends, and Family of G&A: It is with great sadness that we are announcing Andrew Cunniff’s departure from Galarnyk & Associates, Ltd. Andrew has been with our firm for more than thirteen years. Beginning fresh out of school, wet behind the...
Jad Alamuddin joins Galarnyk & Associates
We’re thrilled to announce that Jad Alamuddin, Esq. has joined Galarnyk & Associates as an Associate Attorney! Jad brings his strong foundation in commercial litigation to the firm, having earned his Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law and a B.A. in...
Dani Scudder joins Galarnyk & Associates
We’re excited to announce that Dani Scudder, Esq. has joined Galarnyk & Associates as an Associate Attorney! Dani brings strong academic achievements—including a Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Loyola University Chicago School of Law—and valuable litigation...
DOS & DONTS of Wire Transfer; wire transfer fraud totals $37 Billion loss over 5 yrs.
In an age where digital transactions are the norm, wire transfer fraud has become an alarming reality. Over the past five years, this type of wire fraud has surged, causing more than $37 billion in losses. As scammers continue to steal, and technology advances, it’s...
New Corporate Transparency Law; Stay Informed
As you may be aware, a federal law known as The Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) became effective on January 1, 2024. This law impacts nearly all small businesses operating through a legal entity such as a corporation, LLC, or limited partnership. The CTA...
Bianca Funari is promoted to Associate Attorney
Since her first year of law school, Bianca has been an integral part of our team at Galarnyk & Associates. Her dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence have paved the way for this significant achievement. Bianca brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh...
NLRB’s Landmark Decision: Employers Must Reevaluate Non-Compete Agreements
The recent groundbreaking decision by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has sent shockwaves throughout the business community; forcing employers to re-evaluate their approach to non-compete agreements. The ruling, which questions the enforceability of many...
Top Five Things to Look for in a Scam Email
In today’s digital age, scam emails have become an unfortunate reality in our online lives. These deceptive messages can trick even the most cautious individuals into falling victim to fraud, identity theft, or other malicious activities. However, by being vigilant...
Top Five Things to Look for in a Scam Text
In an era where our smartphones are almost an extension of ourselves, text messages have become an integral part of communication. Unfortunately, scam artists have taken advantage of this convenient medium to target unsuspecting individuals with fraudulent messages....
Home-Title Fraud
According to a recent article posted by the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) by Frank Pellegrini March 2008, the FBI identified house-stealing as “the latest scam on the block.” The agency’s predictions proved true. In its most recent report, the...
