Cook County Record News
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Honeyberry Pancakes & Cafe
Anthony Garcia has taken legal action against Honeyberry Pancakes & Cafe over alleged discrimination based on sex and sexual orientation during his employment there earlier this year. Filed in federal court in Illinois on October 7th, the lawsuit details instances of unequal treatment and harassment leading up to Garcia's termination in August 2024.
Grumpy Cat Limited Accuses Online Marketplaces of Trademark Infringement
Grumpy Cat Limited has filed a lawsuit against several online marketplaces for allegedly selling counterfeit products using its famous trademark without permission. Filed in Illinois federal court on October 11th, 2024, this case seeks to protect consumers from deception while demanding injunctive relief and monetary compensation for damages caused by these unlawful activities.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination by High School Board Over Promotion Practices
Victor Chielo has taken legal action against his former employer—the Board of Education at Proviso Township High School—alleging racial discrimination in their promotion practices. Filed on October 8th in Illinois' Northern District Court, this case highlights discrepancies in salary and advancement opportunities between him and less qualified non-black colleagues.
Plaintiff Alleges Online Retailer Violates ADA Due To Inaccessible Website
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against Presidio Brands over allegations that their website fails to accommodate visually-impaired users as required by law. Filed in Illinois federal court on October 11th, this case underscores ongoing accessibility challenges faced by disabled consumers in digital spaces.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Property Managers Over Parking Lot Fall
A woman's appeal against property managers for injuries sustained in a parking lot fall has been denied by an Illinois appellate court. Rossmid Lopez-Arana sued Brian Properties and others for negligence after falling on ice-covered pavement but failed to prove unnatural accumulation caused her injuries according to judges' ruling.
Illinois Resident Alleges Excessive Force by Riverdale Police Officers
Abraham Carmichael has filed a lawsuit against two Riverdale police officers alleging excessive force during an incident where he was not involved in any criminal activity. The complaint includes accusations of false arrest following physical assault by one officer while another failed to intervene despite having opportunities available throughout their encounter together back on February 5th earlier this year; now seeking compensatory damages alongside punitive ones too!
Plaintiff alleges used car dealer Nitro Detergent Specialists of fraudulent misrepresentation
Brendan Moore's lawsuit against Nitro Detergent Specialists over alleged fraud in a used car sale has been dismissed with prejudice by an Illinois court. The case centered around claims of concealed damage history in a vehicle sold under an “as is” agreement.
Former Employee Alleges Retaliation by Chicago State University Over Medical Leave Request
Tiajuana Cooper-Snyder has filed a lawsuit against Chicago State University claiming retaliation after requesting medical leave under FMLA provisions due to severe osteoarthritis requiring surgery. She seeks compensation for lost wages and reinstatement following what she alleges was an unlawful termination related to her leave request.
Highland Park Resident Sues Retail Giant Target Over Negligence Leading to Injury
A Highland Park woman has filed a lawsuit against Target Corporation following an incident where she slipped on liquid soap at one of their stores. The complaint alleges negligence on part of Target for failing to maintain safe premises and seeks damages exceeding $75,000 for injuries sustained during the fall.
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Sheila Brown has filed a lawsuit against Northwestern Memorial Hospital citing racial discrimination and harassment during her tenure as an Environmental Service Technician. Filed on September 30th in Illinois' Northern District Court, Brown seeks redress under federal civil rights laws after allegedly facing repeated discriminatory acts without any corrective measures being taken by her employer.
Plaintiff alleges golf course management firm failed in safeguarding sensitive information
A recent class action lawsuit highlights significant concerns over data security after a cyberattack compromised personal information managed by a well-known golf course management company. Filed by William Campe on behalf of affected individuals, this case seeks accountability for alleged negligence in protecting sensitive data like social security numbers from cybercriminals.
Plaintiff Alleges Skincare Company Website Violates ADA Due To Inaccessibility
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against Oars + Alps LLC alleging their website violates the Americans with Disabilities Act due to accessibility barriers for visually-impaired users. Filed in Illinois federal court on September 30th, this suit seeks injunctive relief demanding modifications ensuring full usability by blind consumers alongside compensatory damages for discrimination experienced.
Homeowner Accuses Local Government Over Building Code Violations
A homeowner is challenging local government decisions regarding alleged building code violations at his property in Lansing, Illinois. James Fisher claims procedural missteps led to fines totaling $1000 after disputes over inspection requirements were mishandled by municipal authorities.
Trucking Company Accused of Misclassifying Drivers Under Wage Laws
A lawsuit has been filed against Fremont Trans Inc., alleging illegal labor practices involving driver misclassification as independent contractors instead of employees. Filed by Carlo Jean on October 1st in Illinois federal court, the suit seeks damages for unpaid wages and improper deductions under state and federal laws.
Plaintiff Alleges Airline Violated Religious Accommodation Laws Over Vaccine Mandate
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against United Airlines alleging wrongful termination due to religious discrimination related to COVID-19 vaccine mandates. The plaintiff claims violations under Title VII and Florida's Civil Rights Act after being denied a religious exemption request considered untimely by the airline without clear communication or legal basis.
Former Employee Alleges Connex One Inc.'s Discrimination Under Civil Rights Act
Erica Franzen has filed a lawsuit against Connex One Inc., accusing them of sex-based discrimination and retaliation following her dismissal after reporting inappropriate conduct at work. The case highlights allegations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and seeks various forms of relief including compensation for lost wages and emotional distress damages.
Plaintiff alleges oil service company violated ADA through discrimination
Orlando Maldonado has filed a lawsuit against D and S Oil Service Enterprises alleging violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The case claims discrimination based on disability following termination despite successful job performance with documented medical restrictions.
Produce Manager Sues Major Midwest Grocer Alleging Unpaid Overtime Violations
Kristin Gower has filed a class action lawsuit against Roundy's Supermarkets Inc., alleging failure to pay proper overtime wages under federal and state laws. The case highlights claims of systematic misclassification of employees as exempt from overtime provisions by Mariano's stores across Illinois and beyond. The suit seeks back pay for unpaid wages along with additional damages for willful violations.
Plaintiff FCA US LLC alleges breach of contract against UAW over unauthorized strikes
In a significant legal battle unfolding in Illinois' federal court system, FCA US LLC has accused a major labor union of breaching their collective bargaining agreement through unauthorized strikes aimed at forcing premature investments without company approval. This case underscores ongoing tensions between corporate management and labor unions over contractual obligations and strategic business decisions.
Biometrics class action tags timeclock maker EPay and one of its clients over worker face scans
A class action lawsuit has accused timeclock maker EPay Systems and a facilities maintenance company, All 1 Service, which uses EPay's timeclocks, of allegedly wrongly scanning workers' faces when they punch the clock, allegedly in violation of Illinois' biometrics privacy law.