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Cook County woman alleges loose carpet caused her to break leg
A Cook County woman is suing an Illinois corporation, alleging premises negligence in a fall that she says has permanently restricted her mobility.
Wrongful death alleged in 2-car traffic accident
A Cook County woman is suing two individuals, alleging wrongful death in a fatal highway accident.
Injured pedestrian charges driver following crosswalk collision
A Cook County man filed suit against a motorist claiming several counts of negligence in a 2013 pedestrian-automobile collision in a downtown Chicago crosswalk. Christian Vasquez brought a complaint against Danuta Grochmal on July 13 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging vehicular negligence in the October 2013 crosswalk accident.
Vehicle owner sues city alleging tow truck took him for an unwanted ride
A Cook County man is suing the city of Chicago claiming he was injured when a tow truck allegedly lifted and dropped his parked vehicle in a 2014 accident.
Family alleges wrongful death in nursing home resident’s passing
The representative of a Cook County family is suing a nursing home, alleging wrongful death in the passing of an elderly resident.
Roller skater sues driver following hit-and-run collision
A Cook County woman filed suit against a motorist claiming negligence in a 2013 accident from which the driver allegedly fled without stopping. Katherine Caldwell brought a complaint against Rigoberto Melendez in Cook County Circuit Court July 13, alleging vehicular negligence in an August 2013 incident.
Cyclist brings driver to court for negligence following collision
A Cook County man filed suit against a motorist claiming damages in a 2014 Chicago bicyclist-motor vehicle accident. Mike Stapleton brought a complaint against Mirza M.
Walgreens customer sues over parking lot stumble
A Cook County man has sued Walgreens, claiming injuries in a 2013 parking lot mishap wherein the plaintiff allegedly sustained injuries in a fall at a store on Chicago's South Side.
Bicyclist claims injuries from city crosswalk collision
A Cook County resident filed suit against a construction business and its employee, claiming liability in a 2013 motor vehicle collision that purportedly left the plaintiff with serious injuries.
Shoe customer sues retailer, alleging head injury in store
A Cook County woman filed suit against a Missouri-based shoe retailer claiming premises liability when she was hit by a pole at its Chicago location in 2013. Beatrice Roman brought a complaint against Payless Shoesource Inc. doing business in Chicago on July 10 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging injuries in the August 2013 incident.
Customer alleges foul conditions at Oak Lawn nail salon
A Cook County woman filed suit against a nail salon claiming an unsanitary environment compromised her health during a 2013 treatment. Giambro Ewing brought a complaint against Miss Nails Inc., of Oak Lawn, on July 7 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging negligence in an August 2013 incident.
Pedestrian takes driver to court following crosswalk collision
A Cook County pedestrian is suing a driver, alleging vehicular negligence in a motor vehicle accident.
Worker alleges builder's negligence led to hand injury
A Cook County man is suing a construction company and two employees, alleging negligence caused a violent machine-related injury that left the plaintiff with permanent injuries.
Woman takes grocer to court over toppling bottle
A Cook County woman filed a lawsuit against a grocery business, claiming that she was severely injured in 2013 by a falling soda bottle on the defendant’s premises.
Pedestrian files suit against driver following intersection collision
A Cook County woman filed suit against a driver, claiming injuries in a 2013 motor vehicle-pedestrian accident. Carina Loza of Skokie brought a lawsuit against Jordan Simonetti of Chicago on July 7 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging in the September 2013 incident.
Walgreens customer sues over “violent” slip on juice-covered flooring
A Cook County woman filed suit against a chain store, claiming physical injuries in a 2013 slip on an allegedly wet floor. Jenette Farrar brought a complaint against Walgreens Inc. of Chicago and “unknown defendants” on July 8 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging premises negligence in a July 2013 incident.
Bar patron claims broken bones, bruises in brawl
A Cook County citizen filed suit against a downtown restaurant and bar, claiming injuries in an unprovoked 2014 barroom brawl . Angel Yepez brought a lawsuit against Kucharski Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Burbank Manor Banquet Hall and its unknown staff members on July 2 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging in the July 2014 incident.
Spinal surgery patient sues doctor for allegedly puncturing his stomach
A Cook County man filed suit against a physician and his business, claiming medical malpractice in a 2013 treatment allegedly resulting in his stomach being punctured.
Sidewalk stumble leads to court action
A Cook County man is suing a municipal corporation, several utility companies, and a homeowner, alleging negligence when he says he toppled into a hole in a downtown Chicago sidewalk and sustained injuries.
Estate administrator charges nursing home in patient decline
A Cook County woman filed suit as estate administrator against a long-term care nursing home, claiming negligence in a 2014 fall that allegedly resulted in serious injuries to the decedent. Frances Melendez brought a complaint on behalf of Frances Gonzales, deceased, against The Carlton on the Lake Inc. of Chicago on July 1 in Cook County Circuit Court, alleging neglect in the February 2014 incident.