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Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Saint Anthony Hospital Under ADA
Dimitra Drakes has filed a lawsuit against Saint Anthony Hospital alleging discrimination due to disability under the ADA and retaliation under FMLA following her termination after medical leave.
Plaintiff Alleges Data Breach Against Set Forth Inc., Former Data Custodian
A recent lawsuit filed by Juan Cruz against Set Forth Inc. accuses the company of negligence leading to a massive data breach compromising sensitive personal information.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Educational Institution Under ADA
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against an educational institution alleging discrimination based on sex and disability under ADA regulations.
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against Former Employer Under ADA and FMLA
Sabrina Dixon has filed a lawsuit against GPA Acquisition Company alleging violations under the ADA and FMLA following what she claims was an unjust termination related to her disability accommodations and use of medical leave rights.
Cook County checks in at No. 6 on list of worst U.S. 'Judicial Hellholes'
The American Tort Reform Association released its annual list of the country's most notable "Judicial Hellholes." Cook County's courts earned a spot on the list thanks to a host of "abusive" lawsuits and the potential for many more to come, should the Illinois Supreme Court nix a doctrine used to force certain plaintiffs to sue elsewhere
Illinois Supreme Court Announces Creation of Data Task Force
As part of continuing its mission to capture accurate and consistent court data from all 102 counties, the Illinois Supreme Court announced today the creation of a Data Task Force (Task Force).
Civility in the Profession . . . How to Play Nice on December 11, 2024
This course is for new lawyers only.
Remote Control? Managing Remote Work Requests in a Changed Workforce on December 11, 2024
As employers increasingly require employees to return to the office, remote work accommodation requests have followed.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Blk Out Logistics
Areliz Martinez-Rivera has filed a lawsuit against her former employer Blk Out Logistics in Illinois federal court alleging racial and gender discrimination along with retaliation leading to wrongful termination.
Student Alleges Hinsdale Township High School Failed to Provide Necessary Accommodations
A high school student is suing Hinsdale Township High School District for not providing adequate accommodations for her hearing impairment, claiming violations under federal disability laws.
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Manufacturing Company
Isaac Castillo has filed a lawsuit against Micron Industries Corporation alleging violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Former Employee Alleges Jameson's Pub Engaged in Sex-Based Discrimination
A former server at Jameson's Pub has filed a lawsuit alleging sex-based discrimination and harassment during her employment.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Financial Giant Under ADA
Brianda Cazares has filed a lawsuit against JP Morgan Chase & Co., claiming wrongful termination due to perceived disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Sun-Times can't use anti-SLAPP law to block defamation suit from ex-PTAB attorney over alleged false story
6-0 ruling doesn't address merits of underlying complaint
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Construction Company
In a lawsuit filed in November against Domas Mechanical Contractors Inc., former employee Jamie Horzepa claims wrongful termination following a workplace injury that left him disabled under ADA guidelines.
Plaintiff alleges major online retailer discriminated against disabled employee
Comisa Brown has filed a lawsuit against Amazon.com Services LLC claiming wrongful termination due to disability discrimination and failure to accommodate under ADA laws.
Paralegal Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Former Employer Matthew Kaplan
Cherilynn Ford has filed a lawsuit against her former employer Matthew Kaplan alleging sexual harassment and improper labor practices during her time as a paralegal at his law firm.
Plaintiff alleges transportation giant engaged in sexual harassment
A former Driver Supervisor has taken legal action against Greyhound Lines Inc., accusing them of fostering a hostile work environment marked by sexual harassment and retaliation under Title VII violations.
Plaintiff alleges former employer Jooprise Inc. violated wage laws
In a recent lawsuit filed in Illinois federal court by Chaesook Kang against her former employer Jooprise Inc., allegations have surfaced regarding unpaid overtime wages violating both federal and state labor laws.
David Sacks, ’98, Tapped to Lead Trump Administration Efforts on AI and Crypto
President-elect Donald J. Trump has named one of Silicon Valley’s most prominent conservative investors, donors and media personalities to help oversee American tech policy.