The Cook County Record News
Balloon manufacturer sues online sellers for alleged copyright infringement
Anagram International has taken legal action against a group of alleged counterfeiters selling unauthorized versions of its balloon designs online.
Mother sues infant formula manufacturer over alleged link between formula and infant illness
A mother has filed a lawsuit against Abbott Laboratories alleging their cow's milk-based infant formula caused her premature son serious health issues linked with Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).
Plaintiff alleges defamation against media company over false insurrection claims
Elizabeth Libby Andrews has filed a defamation lawsuit against Michael Dru Kelley and Equal Entertainment LLC for publishing false claims about her involvement in the January 6 insurrection.
Plaintiff Alleges Online Retailer Violates ADA Due To Inaccessible Website
A legally-blind individual has taken legal action against an online retailer over allegations that its website is inaccessible to those with visual impairments.
Plaintiff alleges police misconduct led to wrongful murder conviction
Philip Anderson has filed a lawsuit against several members of the Chicago Police Department alleging they fabricated evidence leading to his wrongful murder conviction in 2016.
Plaintiff alleges medical negligence against United States Government after veteran's suffering
A lawsuit has been filed against the United States Government alleging medical negligence at a veterans' hospital that led to severe injuries for Daniel Steinhauer before his death from unrelated causes.
Probationary police officer sues village of Lake Zurich for alleged wrongful DUI arrest
A former probationary police officer has filed a lawsuit against a Lake Zurich police officer and municipality alleging wrongful DUI arrest despite passing sobriety tests.
Zacks Investment Research accused of Negligence in Data Breach Exposing Customer Information
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Zacks Investment Research for allegedly failing to protect customer data during a recent data breach.
Plaintiff alleges ambulance service company violated wage laws
Matthew Davidson has initiated a class-action lawsuit against Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service for allegedly violating wage laws by not properly compensating overtime work through its bonus pay scheme.
Silver Star Protection Group accused of Sexual Orientation Discrimination by Former Employee
Lavonte Harvey has taken legal action against Silver Star Protection Group LLC., accusing them of discrimination based on sexual orientation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Plaintiff alleges infant formula manufacturers' negligence led to child's severe illness
A lawsuit has been filed against Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson by Kandice Carter on behalf of her son Rylen Edwards after he developed Necrotizing Enterocolitis from consuming cow's milk-based formula.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Burr Ridge Truck Repair Discriminated Under ADA
Eric Johnson has filed a lawsuit against Burr Ridge Truck Repair alleging violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiff alleges grocery store chain violated ADA through discrimination
Jasmine Armstrong has taken legal action against Roundy’s Illinois LLC over alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiff alleges tea retailer's website violates ADA due to inaccessibility
A visually impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against Tea & Bee Company for failing to make its website accessible according to ADA standards.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Fortune International Engaged in Discrimination Under ADA
Penny Evans has filed a lawsuit against Fortune International alleging discrimination based on race and disability during her employment tenure.
Plaintiff accuses former acquaintance of defamation
A prominent science communicator has taken legal action against an individual accused of spreading false allegations intended to destroy his career.
Plaintiff alleges former employer Circle Logistics Inc. fostered discriminatory frat-house culture
Stephanie Escobar has filed a lawsuit against Circle Logistics Inc., accusing them of fostering a discriminatory work environment biased against women and older employees while failing to compensate for overtime work.
Appeals court: CTA can't be sued over death of woman struck by L train while retrieving dropped phone
A state appeals panel said the CTA owed no special duty to keep a watch out for or rescue a woman who had dropped down onto the tracks at the 69th Street Red Line station to retrieve the mobile phone she had dropped seconds before she was struck and killed by a train attempting an emergency stop
Plaintiff alleges auto dealership discriminated against her due to pregnancy
Rebecca Hillyard has filed a lawsuit against Napleton’s Goldcoast Imports in Illinois federal court alleging discrimination based on sex and pregnancy under Title VII and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Akumin Health Illinois Engaged in Racial Discrimination
A former manager at Akumin Health Illinois has filed a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and harassment during her employment.