The Prinz Law Firm

10/19/2026

Outrage following Cornell's sexual assault scandal shows that taking legal action can reopen a stalled case. But it also highlights a critical gap in how institutions handle harassment claims. Bailey Whitsitt weighs the costs and benefits of going public.

Jane Doe’s recent lawsuit shows how powerful taking public legal action can be, but it also raises a harder question: if it takes national outrage to get one case reopened, what happens to those cases that don’t draw the same attention?

10/15/2026

We're looking forward to the Women's Business Development Center's 40th anniversary celebration later tonight! Our firm is honored to sponsor this event and honor WBDC's impacts on women-owned businesses and the Midwest economy.
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10/14/2026

Chicago Fashion Week is here, and any content creator working with brands to produce coverage should know a "collab" is still a contract. Bailey Whitsitt and Hannah Savaso outline key contract terms to look for in their latest blog. Learn more below.
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10/13/2026

Our firm is excited to sponsor the MacArthur Justice Center's 40th anniversary gala tomorrow, October 14. For decades, MacArthur has fought alongside communities often ignored or targeted in pursuit of a more equitable justice system. Learn more below.
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10/12/2026

Kristen Prinz sat down with Inc. Magazine to discuss the most important aspect of any negotiation (spoiler alert: it's not money). Read the full article from Ashley Couto to learn which habits Kristen says will set you up for success long before sitting down at the table.

Negotiation expert Kristen Prinz says the best deals start long before founders sit down at the table.

10/08/2026

We are thrilled to sponsor the Women's Business Development Center's 40th anniversary celebration next Thursday, October 15! WBDC is dedicated to helping women-owned businesses across the Midwest thrive through coaching programs and access to capital.
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10/06/2026

Christina Hynes Mesco is speaking at the Northern Illinois HR Council's 2026 Fall Legal Forum tomorrow, October 7. Alongside Robert Bernstein, Christina will present on recent employment decisions from the 7th Circuit and their impacts on HR professionals.
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10/05/2026

Arbitration is attractive to employers because it keeps disputes private and limits costs. But these benefits can seem like drawbacks to employees who experience discrimination at work. Kristen Prinz explores the advantages arbitration can offer employees.

Arbitration is attractive to employers because it keeps disputes in a more private setting, but not ideal for employees. Here's where the law stands, and what advantages exist on the employee's side.

10/01/2026

October is National Women's Small Business Month! As a woman-owned business, we are proud to contribute to the economy and to bring visibility to women entrepreneurs for the last 17 years. Learn how you can celebrate Women's Small Business Month below.
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09/29/2026

Kristen Prinz got a very exciting piece of mail last week...the first copies of her book! Pre-order your copy of NEW RULES OF NEGOTIATION: HOW TO SHIFT POWER AND GET WHAT MATTERS now to have it on your doorstep by November 3rd.
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