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Mistrial ends, for now, first trial vs Isomedix over Lake County EtO emissions
Problems with a juror apparently cut short jury deliberations in the first trial over claims that emissions from medical device sterilization plants in Lake County caused cancers. About 275 similar lawsuits are pending in Cook County court vs Steris Isomedix, the sole remaining unsettled defendant in those lawsuits
Reed Smith represents Duravant on its acquisition of POSS Design Limited
Global law firm Reed Smith announced that it advised Duravant LLC, a global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider to the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors, on its acquisition of POSS Design Limited.
Plaintiff alleges retail company employees conspired in hate crime over sexual orientation
Mark Martin has filed a lawsuit against Casey's Retail Company and two employees alleging violent assault motivated by discrimination based on his sexual orientation.
Visually Impaired Plaintiff Sues Home Decor Company Over Website Accessibility Violations
A visually impaired individual has filed a lawsuit against a home decor company for failing to make its website accessible under ADA guidelines.
Plaintiff Alleges Judicial Misconduct Amid Custody Battle
In a dramatic lawsuit filed in federal court, Marissa Girard accuses several judges and court officials of corruption and discrimination during ongoing custody proceedings involving her husband’s children.
Polsinelli Recognized by The M&A Advisor for Excellence in Divestiture and Restructuring
Polsinelli is pleased to announce that The M&A Advisor has recognized the firm as a winner in two categories of the 19th annual Turnaround Awards.
Plaintiff alleges convenience store employees conspired in hate crime based on sexual orientation
Mark Martin has filed a lawsuit against Casey's Retail Company and two employees alleging they conspired in violating his civil rights due to his sexual orientation during an incident at their Marseilles location.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Kenrose Perfumes Over Website Accessibility Violations
A legally blind individual has filed a lawsuit against Kenrose Perfumes for allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by not making their website accessible to visually impaired users.
Chris Gair, ’85, Talks About First Time Arguing Before the Supreme Court
A 'Supreme Court Advocate'?Chicago trial attorney Chris Gair spent Tuesday morning arguing to the U.S. Supreme Court that his client, the former Chicago alderman Patrick Daley Thompson, told FDIC contractors only "misleading" statements, and that he therefore should not have been convicted under a federal statute prohibiting making a "false statement" to the bank insurer.
Kasia Nowak Joins GRSM as Environmental & Toxic Tort Partner in Chicago Office
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani is pleased to announce that Kasia Nowak has joined the firm as a Partner in the Chicago office.
Chicago Resident Alleges Wrongful Arrest Against City Police
Martez Cristler has filed a lawsuit against Detective Steele, unnamed officers from the Chicago Police Department, and the City of Chicago alleging wrongful arrest and prosecution for crimes he did not commit related to an April fire incident...
Registered Nurse Alleges Discrimination Against Former Employer Maxim Healthcare Under ADA
Jasmine McDonald has taken legal action against Maxim Healthcare Services after alleging discrimination due to her autism diagnosis and subsequent retaliation when she sought workplace accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Kenwood Liquors
Jorge I. Esparza has filed a lawsuit against Kenwood Liquors alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during his employment as a security guard since June 2007 until his termination in July 2024.
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against Cook County Sheriff's Office
Gloria L. Brown has filed a lawsuit against Cook County and Sheriff Thomas J. Dart alleging racial discrimination and retaliatory termination in violation of civil rights laws including Title VII and Section 1981 among others.
Plaintiff alleges Former Acting Police Chief Accused of Battery
In a startling legal move, James Snow has filed a lawsuit against former acting police chief Carl Scott and others associated with the Village of Robbins Police Department.
Plaintiffs Accuse Former Employer Diversify LLC of Breaching Employment Contracts
Four former employees have filed a lawsuit against Diversify LLC and its associated entities for breach of contract and violation of federal labor laws.
Plaintiffs accuse genetic testing company MyHeritage of violating privacy laws
A group of plaintiffs has filed a class action lawsuit against MyHeritage (USA), Inc., alleging unauthorized sharing of sensitive genetic information with third parties like Google.
Plaintiff Alleges Violation of Civil Rights by U.S Marshal Service During Wrongful Raid
Tristian Coleman has filed a lawsuit against the U.S Marshal Service claiming they violated his family's civil rights during an unlawful raid on their apartment in Illinois last year.
Parking Management Company Accused by Former Employee of Overtime Violations
A former valet manager has filed a collective and class action lawsuit against SP Plus Corporation alleging violations of overtime payment laws under FLSA and PMWA.
Plaintiffs Accuse Law Enforcement Agencies of Unlawful Asset Seizure
In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Illinois, Jeffrey T. Regnier and Greta Keranen have accused law enforcement officials of illegally seizing assets worth millions under false pretenses.