WCLA upcoming events

WCLA 2026 Annual Golf Outing (08/07/2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Annual WCLA Golf Outing
Friday, August 7, 2026

GOLFER REGISTRATION IS SOLD OUT - JOIN THE WAITING LIST FOR ANY OPEN SPOTS!

SPONSORSHIPS AND REGISTRATION TO ATTEND THE LUNCH AND DINNER REMAINS AVAILABLE

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, IL

Shotgun start at Noon

Golfers must meet one of the following criteria:

WCLA Active Member (paid 2026 dues, Click here to renew.)
Senior WCLA Active Member (exempt from dues)
Platinum (foursome) and Gold (twosome) Sponsors may register online
Appellate Court and Circuit Court Judges
Chairman, Commissioners and Arbitrators of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission

Registration will Close on 7/31/2026 or when capacity is reached:

Space is limited to 144 golfers (36 foursomes).

Platinum & Gold Sponsors may register for golf and tables at registration and at a golf hole.

Silver Sponsors may register for a table at registration.

Agenda:

9:00 AM - Sponsor Set Up
10:00 AM - 12:00 p.m. - Registration & Lunch
12:00 PM - Shotgun Start
5:30 PM - Cocktail Hour

6:30 PM - Dinner & Raffle

Sleeping Rooms:

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hilton Chicago / Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center for the night of Friday, August 7, in conjunction with our golf outing. Guests can take advantage of the special group rate of $149 (plus taxes and fees. Book before Monday, July 6 by calling the hotel directly at 1-866-275-6295 and asking for the WCLA 2026 Golf Outing rate.

Need registration help? Email wcla@navandassoc.com or call 708-338-0760.

Refunds allowed up to 10 days prior to the event.

Race Judicata 2026 (08/13/2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Race Judicata 2026 – August 13

If you do not wish to run/walk, stop by the WCLA tent for some pre- and/or post-race food, drink and networking.

WHAT: Race Judicata® 2026 is a 5K Run/Walk, benefiting Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation in its mission to ensure that the law works for everyone.

WHERE: Lincoln Park. Participants will be provided with a map closer to race day.

WHEN: Thursday, August 13, 2026

5:30 p.m.: Pre-race refreshments available at the WCLA tent
6:30 p.m.: 5K race begins
7:00 p.m.: Post-race refreshments and food at the WCLA tent

Contact Elena Cincione with questions or for more information.

We are looking forward to making this year the biggest and best ever - we hope you can join us!

If you do not wish to run/walk, stop by the WCLA tent for some pre- and/or post-race food, drink and networking.

Fall Medical Seminar (09/16/2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

WCLA Fall Medical Seminar

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

George W Dunne Cook County Office Building, 69 West Washington Street, 22nd Floor, Rooms G and F, Chicago, IL

3.0 General MCLE

Speakers and Topics:

1:00 - 2:00 pm: American Hip Institute
2:00 - 3:00 pm: Stellar Pain & Spine Specialists
3:00 - 4:00 pm: Midwest Orthopedics at Rush – Dr. Gregory Lopez (Spine)

Registration Links:

Attend in-person at the George W Dunne Cook County Office Building 69 West Washington Street, 22nd Floor, Rooms A, B, and C., Chicago, IL 60602: WCLA Learning: In-Person - 9/16/2026 Fall Medical Seminar

Attend Virtually: WCLA Learning: Webinar - 9/16/2026 Fall Medical Seminar

This year's fall seminar will feature presentations from leading medical professionals covering current trends, best practices, and emerging developments in patient care. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and gain practical knowledge.

WCLA Happy Hour at River Roast (09/17/2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

WCLA September Happy Hour

Thursday, September 17th - 5:30 - 8:30 PM

RIVER ROAST

333 N. LaSalle Street, Chicago

Limited to 50 guests.

Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place.

Fees

Members: $10 online, $20 at the door
Law Student Members: Complimentary
Non-Member Guests: $75
Sponsors: $200 (2 tickets, $100/ticket after)
Potential Sponsors: $1,000 (credited towards sponsorship if done within 30 days, one time opportunity)

Contact your Hosts, Jaclyn Jednachowski and Stefani Perez with questions.

Brought to you by
Young Lawyers Section

Join WCLA for Member pricing for all events

WCLA and IWCC Settlement Fair (10/19/2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

NOTICE TO EMPLOYERS, INSURANCE CARRIERS,
THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS ADMINISTRATORS, AND COUNSEL

Please be advised that the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC), in collaboration with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association (WCLA), will co-host this Settlement Fair in 2026:

October 19–20, 2026

This event will be held in the IWCC Hearing Rooms at the Richard J. Daley Center in Chicago.

Employers, insurance carriers, and third-party claims administrators who wish to participate are encouraged to contact IWCC Chief of Staff Annette Roti at annette.roti@illinois.gov to schedule a date, time, and hearing room for settlement meetings. Counsel may also coordinate scheduling directly with Ms. Roti.

Each Settlement Fair will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on both days.

We encourage members of the bar to take advantage of this opportunity to efficiently move cases toward resolution.