Dan Harkins News
Pedestrian sues over injuries in crash
A pedestrian allegedly injured when struck by a vehicle in 2014 is suing the driver. Jean Townsel filed a complaint on May 27 in Cook County Circuit Court against Margaret Fisher. In July 14, 2014, at 6:05 p.m., Fisher was driving west on 111th Street near Kedzie Avenue in Chicago, when she struck Townsel, who was crossing 111th Street. The plaintiff was negligent, the lawsuit states, by failing to: yield the right of way; keep a proper lookout; maintain proper control; stop to avoid colliding w
Woman sues over fall at buffett
A woman is suing over injuries she suffered in a fall at a buffet restaurant. Eunice Delgado filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Supremeville Restaurant Inc., doing business as Yummy Grill Buffet 88. On June 22, 2013, Delgado was at Yummy Grill Buffet, 17W705 Roosevelt Road, Oakbrook Terrace, when she slipped on spilled food in the fruit section and fell, severely injuring her right knee.
Man's estate sues over assault before his death
A man's estate is suing a nursing home that allegedly should have prevented an assault that caused his death. Deborah French, executor of the estate of Leonard Hagerty, filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Emeritus Corp., doing business as Emeritus at Joliet Courtyard. On April 25, 2014, Hagerty was a resident of Emeritus when he sounded the call light from his room.
Estate sues over alleged neglect
A woman's estate is suing a nursing home over her condition before death. Isela Mares, as administrator of the estate of Berenice Mares, filed a complaint on May 28 in Cook County Circuit Court against the Center Home for Hispanic Elderly LLC, Premier Healthcare and Financial Services Inc., and Patricia Correa.
Woman sues over graduation fall
A woman injured at her son's graduation ceremony in 2014 is suing the school district. Selena Maynie filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Crete-Monee School District 201-U Board of Education.
Customer cites injuries in food market fall
A Granite City woman has sued a food market for injuries she allegedly suffered in a fall on a wet mat.
Couple sues over flaming utility pole
A couple whose property was damages when a utility pole burst into flames in 2012 is suing the pole's owner. Tim and Linda McCarthy filed a complaint on May 28 in Cook County Circuit Court against Commonwealth Edison Co. On May 28, 2012, a utility pole owned by the defendant and adjacent to the plaintiffs' property burst into flames, causing damage to the plaintiffs' property.
Couple sues over workplace accident
A couple is suing over injuries the husband suffered in a workplace accident concerning falling debris. Curt and Nicole Mottl filed a complaint on May 28 in Cook County Circuit Court against Power Construction Co. LLC, 1515 N.
Woman sues over son's bike accident
A woman is suing on behalf of her son, who allegedly was injured by a motorist when he was riding his bike in 2014. Maria Perez, as mother of the minor Jacob Cuautle, filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Gladys Hernandez.
Woman sues over post-op injuries
A woman is suing a doctor and his practice over complications she allegedly suffered after a thymectomy. Jacqueline Sept filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Dr. Paul J.
Man sues over workplace milk injuries
A man is suing a milk company and its driver after suffering injuries when a pallet of milk fell on him at work. Bradford Tepper filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Joseph McMahon Dairy Service Inc., doing business as McMahon Dairy Service, of Huntley, and an unknown driver.
Woman sues over fall at shopping center
A woman is suing over injuries allegedly suffered in a fall on poorly maintained concrete at a local shopping center. Eleonse White filed a complaint on May 28 in Cook County Circuit Court against SFI Ford City-Chicago LLC, U.S.
Woman sues over bus injuries
A woman allegedly injured on a Greyhound bus is suing for damages. Sonya I.
Woman sues over trip over outlet
A woman injured in a fall is suing the premises owner. Anne Adams filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against O'Hare Corporate Center LLC and 1300 West Higgins Road Building Corp. On or about May 30, 2013, Adams was at the business when she tripped over an outlet sticking out of the ground, which caused her to fall and be injured.
Man sues over protest injuries
A man watching a protest in 2012 is suing the city and a police officer for injuries he allegedly suffered while being corralled behind barricades. Elmer Frazier filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against the city of Chicago and an unnamed city police officer.
Estate sues over woman's care before death
A woman's estate is suing a nursing home over her treatment prior to death. Barbara Gray, as administrator of the estate of Sylvia Ramsey, filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Alden Wentworth Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Inc., doing business as Alden Wentworth Rehab and HCC, Alden Management Services and nurse Vicky Jarvis.
Bicyclist sues over injuries in crash
A bicyclist is suing the driver who injured him while driving in Evanston. Christopher Zigmont filed a complaint on May 29 in Cook County Circuit Court against Cindel Paswater.
Son alleges wrongful death in father's passing
The son of a man who died in 2013 has sued the estate of the man's wife, who allegedly stopped feeding him and giving him his medications shortly before his death.
Man cites injuires in oven explosion
A man injured when cleaning a stove at work has sued the owners of the business.
