Cook County Record News
Retired Police Sergeant Alleges Constitutional Violations by Former Colleagues Over Parody Page
A retired police sergeant has taken legal action against his former colleagues at the Village of Orland Park Police Department over allegations that they violated his First and Fourth Amendment rights following his creation of a parody Facebook...
Plaintiff alleges major beauty brands' hair relaxers caused cancer
In a significant legal battle unfolding in Illinois federal court, Gracie Scurry accuses leading beauty product manufacturers like L'Oréal and Avlon Industries among others for allegedly causing her uterine cancer through prolonged use of their...
Plaintiff Alleges University Hospital's Racial Discrimination Led to Unjust Termination
A former medical assistant has filed a lawsuit against University of Illinois Hospital citing racial discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Plaintiff alleges law firm violated Age Discrimination Act
Christine M. Busanelli has filed a lawsuit against Schouest Bamdas Soshea Benmaier & Eastham PLLC alleging age discrimination leading to wrongful termination under ADEA violations.
Plaintiff alleges research center failed to accommodate religious practices
Adriena Turner has filed a lawsuit against her former employer alleging religious discrimination after they failed to accommodate her Jehovah's Witness practices.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer G & W Electric Company Violated Pregnancy Discrimination Laws
Jazmine Sanchez has filed a lawsuit against G & W Electric Company alleging pregnancy discrimination after being denied reasonable accommodations during her pregnancy leading up to an abrupt termination.
Plaintiff alleges racial discrimination by former employer Advanced Technology Services
Antavis M. Chism has filed a lawsuit against Advanced Technology Services alleging racial discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 after facing alleged workplace harassment and wrongful termination due to...
Plaintiff Alleges Retaliation by Former Employer: Village Accused of Racial Discrimination
A former police sergeant has taken legal action against the Village of Orland Park alleging retaliatory termination following complaints about racial discrimination within its police department.
Plaintiff accuses Bridgeway Senior Living of Sexual Harassment
A former Human Resource Director has filed a lawsuit against Bridgeway Senior Living for alleged sexual harassment and retaliation under Title VII.
Plaintiff alleges Galena Brewing Company engaged in racial discrimination
Jaison White has filed a lawsuit against Galena Brewing Company alleging racial discrimination under Title VII and Section 1981 laws after being terminated under suspicious circumstances following disparate treatment compared to non-African...
Plaintiff alleges major online retailer's website violates ADA due to accessibility barriers
A visually-impaired plaintiff has taken legal action against Evolucion Innovations Inc., accusing them of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to make their website accessible.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employers Hunzinger Williams Inc. Failed to Pay Minimum Wages
A new lawsuit highlights alleged wage violations as Michael Alfaro accuses his former employers at Hunzinger Williams Inc. of failing to pay him minimum wages according to federal and state laws.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Prosecutors Accused Him Wrongfully Under Malicious Prosecution
In a dramatic turn of events unfolding in Lake County, Illinois, Dalance Robinson has filed a civil complaint alleging malicious prosecution by county officials after being wrongfully detained for over two years on murder charges he did not commit.
Professional Services Firm Accused of Data Breach Negligence
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Legacy Professionals LLP following a significant data breach that exposed sensitive personal information belonging to thousands.
Plaintiff alleges healthcare group violated ADA through discriminatory practices
Ariel Zamir has filed a lawsuit against Graham Healthcare Group claiming discrimination due to his disability under the ADA.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Wayfair Violated Family Medical Leave Act
Michael Bernat has filed a lawsuit against his former employer Wayfair LLC alleging violations under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Plaintiff alleges local brewing company engaged in racial discrimination
An Illinois man has filed a lawsuit against Galena Brewing Company for alleged racial discrimination leading to wrongful termination.
Plaintiffs Allege City Officials Violated Constitutional Rights Over Amplification Use
Three street preachers are suing the City of Chicago over allegations that police unlawfully arrested them for using sound amplification while preaching without a permit—a move they argue violates their First Amendment rights.
Plaintiff Alleges Employer ABM Industries Violated Family Medical Leave Act
Scott King has filed a lawsuit against ABM Industries alleging violations under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Plaintiff alleges former employer The University of Chicago violated civil rights through retaliation
A former director at The University of Chicago has filed a lawsuit claiming retaliation after reporting workplace discrimination based on race and gender.