The Cook County Record News
Rachel Vazquez sues Thomas Alexander Kantas for legal malpractice
Rachel Vazquez, individually and as Special Administrator of the Estate of Juan Mesarina, along with Juan Mesarina Jr., Maritza Mesarina, Teena Billegas, Juan Villa, Evette Mesarina, Ingrid Mesarina & Gerardo Mesarina have filed a lawsuit against Thomas Alexander Kantas and his law office.
Rodney Blisset sues The City of Chicago for alleged violation of the Whistleblower Act
In the case of Rodney Blisset versus The City of Chicago, filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois (First District) under case ID 1-23-0734 on March 25, 2024, the plaintiff alleges violation of the Whistleblower Act.
AZ SPE sues City of Chicago for revocation of retail tobacco dealer's license
In the case of AZ SPE, LLC v. City of Chicago and The City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First Judicial District (Case ID: 1-22-1794), on March 28, 2024, AZ SPE, LLC (the plaintiff) is appealing against the decision of the Circuit Court of Cook County.
Transform Holdco LLC sues Lloyd's Underwriter syndicate no. 318 MSP for business interruption losses due to COVID-19
Transform Holdco LLC, the operator of Sears Roebuck & Co. and Kmart retail stores, has filed a lawsuit against 17 insurance companies including Lloyd’s Underwriter Syndicate No. 318 MSP, Neon Syndicate 2468, Tokio Marine American Insurance Company, Ironshore Specialty Insurance Company, Zurich American Insurance Company among others in the Appellate Court of Illinois (Case ID: 1-23-0732) on March 25, 2024.
Rocco Coduto sues The County of Cook for unpaid suspension and denial of back pay
In the case of Rocco Coduto vs The County of Cook and Thomas J. Dart, filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First Judicial District (Case ID: 1-22-1837), dated March 26, 2024, plaintiff Rocco Coduto is appealing against his unpaid suspension and subsequent denial of back pay by Sheriff Thomas J. Dart.
Fahad Nazir sues Cook County Health for retaliation and termination under the Illinois Whistleblower Act
The lawsuit was filed by Fahad Nazir against Cook County Health and Hospital Systems in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First Judicial District, with the court case ID 1-23-0640 on March 28, 2024.
Karl Starr sues Presence Central for medical malpractice
In the Appellate Court of Illinois, First Judicial District, plaintiffs Karl and Lynn Starr are suing Presence Central and Suburban Hospitals Network, Debra L. Juhant, Larissa Chaidez, Sumit Singh M.D., American Anesthesiology Associates of Illinois S.C., Jonathan C. Wu M.D., and Du Page Medical Group LTD.
Barrows LLC sues Magellan Parcel C/D, LLC for breach of contract
In the case of Barrows LLC versus Magellan Parcel C/D, LLC filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First Judicial District, with court case ID 1-23-0289 on March 29, 2024, Barrows LLC alleges breach of contract by Magellan Parcel C/D, LLC.
Appeals panel again finds safety net hospitals can sue IL over speed, amounts of Medicaid claims pay
Saying it recognized the huge implications of their decision, a split panel of judges at the Seventh Circuit again ruled Saint Anthony Hospital, considered a 'safety net' hospital, can sue the state to demand it improve the way the state's insurers pay Medicaid claims. A dissenting judge said it was overreach
Christina Brayboy sues Advocate Health and Hospital Corporation for medical malpractice
In a case filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First District, Christina Brayboy, individually and as the Independent Administrator of the Estate of Benjamin Mathis, deceased, has lodged an appeal against Advocate Health and Hospital Corporation (d/b/a Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital).
Thomas J. Carter sues Bank Of America for alleged age and military status discrimination
In a lawsuit filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First District, Thomas J. Carter is seeking direct administrative review of a decision made by the Human Rights Commission.
Dexter Reed's family sues Chicago cops over Reed's death, after Reed fired at Chicago cops in traffic stop
The family says officers are to blame because they shouldn't have stopped Reed at all, and then acted "outrageously" in pulling their weapons on Reed. They do not concede Reed fired first. Police advocates say the plaintiffs look to be seeking a "quick settlement" from Mayor Brandon Johnson's City Hall
Mark Kashirsky sues Presence Central and Suburban Hospitals Network for medical malpractice
The lawsuit filed by Mark Kashirsky and Jame Kashirsky against Presence Central and Suburban Hospitals Network, Alexian Brothers-AHS Midwest Regional Health Co., Cary R. Templin, M.D., Stacy R. Baker, R.N., and Hinsdale Orthopedic Associates was held in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First Judicial District under case ID 1-23-0060 on March 29, 2024.
Cook County shuts door on class action claims that property tax sale system discriminates vs black, Latino homeowners
A federal judge said class action plaintiffs haven't done enough to support claims that Cook County's property tax sale system - which sells off homes to collect unpaid property taxes - discriminates vs black and Latino homeowners. The decision doesn't end claims the system is unconstitutional
Multi-state class action alleges Stiiizy marijuana products marketed as 'hemp' contain THC up to 200% above legal limit
A multi-state class action was filed in federal court in the Southern District of Illinois, seeking more than $5 million from hemp manufacturer Stiiizy Inc. for allegedly misrepresenting illegal marijuana products containing as much as 200% more tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) as the law allows.
Judicial reform advocate says IL Judges Assn allows judges to band together to squelch public criticism
Attorney and court reform advocate Edward "Coach" Weinhaus sued the Illinois Judges Association in federal court, accusing the organization of serving as a cabal enabling judges to quell critics. He pointed to his experiences in Illinois courts after criticizing the presiding judge over Cook County's divorce courts
Proxy Saunders sues Symphony Beverly for wrongful death and personal injury
In the Appellate Court of Illinois, First District, case number 1-23-0996 was filed by Proxy Saunders, as Independent Administrator for the Estate of Yvette Saunders, Deceased, against Symphony Beverly, LLC, Maestro Consulting Services, LLC, Lifeline Ambulance, LLC and several other defendants.
Rico De Guia sues Illinois Civil Service Commission for wrongful termination
Rico De Guia, the plaintiff-appellant, filed an appeal against the Illinois Civil Service Commission and other defendants in the Appellate Court of Illinois, First District.
Britt Miller Named Among the Top 50 Women Leaders in Law of 2024 by Women We Admire
Mayer Brown partner Britt Miller was again recognized as one of the “Top 50 Women Leaders in Law” by Women We Admire.
Charles E. Harris, II Named a 2024 “Rainmaker” by Mcca
Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) has named Mayer Brown partner Charles E. Harris, II, a 2024 “Rainmaker.”