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Class action lawsuit filed against Cook County Health and Hospitals System over data breach
An Illinois woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Cook County Health and Hospitals System and a health information technology firm, claiming that her personal medical information was stolen by hackers during a data breach.
Jill Vorobiev named to Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law
Jill S. Vorobiev, a partner in the Labor and Employment practice group in Reed Smith’s Chicago office, has been selected by Crain’s Chicago Business for its 2023 Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law.
Kevin Cloutier Named a Notable Leader in Employment and Labor Law by Crain’s Chicago Business
Labor and Employment partner Kevin Cloutier was named to Crain’s Chicago Business’ 2023 list of Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law.
Class action demands IL counties pay back people whose homes were seized over unpaid property taxes
The lawsuit vs DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will and other populous counties says Illinois counties still using tax sales to seize and sell off homes to settle delinquent property taxes are defying the Constitution and the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled such "equity theft" unconstitutional
Attorney General Raoul Leads Brief Filed Before the U.s. Supreme Court in Support of Transportation Workers’ Rights
Attorney General Kwame Raoul led a coalition of 16 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief before the U.S. Supreme Court urging it to reverse a lower court decision holding that only workers who are employed by a company in the transportation industry can be exempt under the transportation-worker exemption to the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA).
IL Supreme Court: Plaintiffs don't need to ID proper personal estate representative before suing dead person
A split Illinois Supreme Court ruled insurer State Farm couldn't defeat a lawsuit against a deceased man for insurance proceeds by arguing the plaintiff failed to properly identify and sue a personal representative of the dead man's estate. The majority said it was enough to ask a court to appoint a special representative instead
Class action lawsuit alleges CNC Logistics improperly monitored drivers with face-scanning cameras
A worker is suing trucking company CNC Logistics, claiming that the company has violated Illinois biometric privacy law by using biometric face-scanning cameras to monitor drivers on the job.
LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Foundation sue former executive director, alleging financial misconduct
The LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the LGBT Foundation of Illinois are seeking a temporary restraining order against their former executive director after alleged financial misconduct.
Boilers, Blowouts & Booms - Oh My! on November 30, 2023
Jonathan Levy and Andy Thielen of Engineering Systems Inc. (ESI) will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled "Boilers, Blowouts & Booms - Oh My!"
David J. Stein Named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 ‘Notable Leaders in Employment & Labor Law’ List
David J. Stein, a Labor & Employment shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Chicago office, was named a Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 “Notable Leader in Employment & Labor Law.”
BFKN Partner Recognized as Crain’s 2023 Notable Leader in Employment & Labor Law
BFKN is pleased to announce Crain’s Chicago – a top source of news, analysis and information on business in metropolitan Chicago for decision-makers in the private and public sectors – has recognized partner Allison N. Powers as a 2023 Notable Leader in Employment & Labor Law.
Hinsdale South star basketball player sues D86, says was cut for complaining about ex-head coach's verbal abuse of players
The federal lawsuit vs Hinsdale District 86 and varsity basketball coach Michael Belcaster accuses the coach of illegally retaliating against the All-Conference player after he filed a complaint with the school about ex-head coach Michael Moretti's alleged verbal abuse and bullying of players. The lawsuit says D86 has turned a blind eye since
Illinois woman files $30,000 lawsuit for damages following motor vehicle collision in Niles
CHICAGO – A driver has filed an injury lawsuit, alleging that she was injured in a motor vehicle collision in the Village of Niles, Illinois.
Motorists file negligence lawsuit against truck driver after collision near Madison
CHICAGO – Two travelers have filed a negligence lawsuit against a truck driver, claiming that they were injured in a vehicle collision near Madison.
Illinois driver files negligence lawsuit claiming driver crashed into her while performing left turn
CHICAGO – A driver has filed an injury lawsuit, alleging that another driver crashed into her while making a left turn at the intersection of West 53rd Street and South California Avenue in Chicago.
Illinois driver files negligence lawsuit alleging collision with motorist deviates from lane during turn
CHICAGO – A driver has filed a negligence lawsuit, claiming that he was injured in a motor vehicle collision when another driver strayed from his lane in the middle of a turn and struck his vehicle.
Illinois driver files negligence lawsuit for severe injuries suffered in interstate collision
CHICAGO – An Illinois man has filed a lawsuit claiming that he was severely injured when his vehicle was struck by a semi truck that collided with another driver.
Jeff Risch and Heather Bailey Honorees of Crain’s 2023 Notable Leaders in Employment & Labor Law
Congratulations to Jeff Risch and Heather Bailey who are among 40 honorees on Crain’s Notable Leaders in Employment & Labor Law for 2023.
HSPRD Honors National Native American Heritage Month
As November is National Native American Heritage Month, HSPRD celebrates and honors the critical work and indelible advocacy of Native American peoples in Chicago and throughout the country.
Jason Kim Named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law
NGE is pleased to announce that Jason Kim, a partner in our Labor & Employment group, has earned a spot on the 2023 Crain’s Chicago Business's Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law list.