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Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against Former Employer Hamill Partners Under ADA and Civil Rights Act
Christopher Sader has filed a lawsuit against Hamill Partners Inc., alleging workplace discrimination based on disability and race under federal laws including the ADA and Civil Rights Act. The case highlights issues around reasonable accommodation requests being denied and racially biased treatment leading up to his termination.
Plaintiff alleges retail giant’s website violates ADA due to inaccessibility
A visually-impaired plaintiff has taken legal action against a major retailer over allegations that its website fails to accommodate users with disabilities. Filed in October in Illinois federal court, the suit claims violations under the ADA due to inaccessible web design features preventing independent use by blind customers.
'Abject failure:' Suburban prosecutor says SAFE-T Act fueling crime, letting people skip court
Outgoing McHenry County State's Attorney Patrick Kenneally says Illinois Dems' signature criminal justice reform measures have resulted in increases in defendants committing crime while awaiting trial, or skipping court altogether. Supporters of the law called the critique "misleading" and "racist"
Pharmacy Technician Alleges Age Discrimination Against Walgreens
Diane Best is suing Walgreens for alleged age discrimination after experiencing drastic reductions in work hours compared to younger colleagues despite meeting performance expectations. Filed in Illinois federal court on October 16th with representation from Sulaiman Law Group Ltd., this case highlights potential violations under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).
Plaintiff Alleges Pharmaceutical Company’s Negligence Led to Permanent Hearing Damage
Mary Fullerton has filed a lawsuit against Horizon Therapeutics USA alleging that their drug Tepezza caused her permanent hearing damage. Filed in October 2024 in Illinois federal court, the suit accuses Horizon of failing to warn users about serious side effects linked with Tepezza despite existing evidence. The case raises questions about pharmaceutical safety practices and corporate accountability.
Global Weather Productions Accuses Diverse Insurance Solutions of Copyright Infringement Over Unauthorized Video Use
A lawsuit has been filed by Global Weather Productions against Diverse Insurance Solutions for allegedly infringing copyright laws by using a video without permission on Instagram. The case highlights issues surrounding intellectual property rights and seeks damages along with other legal remedies.
Employee Alleges Flavor Company & Staffing Agency of Race-Based Discrimination
Michael Gosa has filed a lawsuit against Flavorchem Corporation and RHM LLC for alleged racial discrimination and harassment during his employment as a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator. The complaint details derogatory remarks from coworkers and retaliatory termination after reporting these incidents to management without resolution.
Legally Blind Plaintiff Accuses Collectibles Company Pop Mart Americas Inc. of ADA Violations
A legally blind plaintiff has taken legal action against Pop Mart Americas Inc., alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to inaccessible digital properties. The lawsuit seeks significant changes in corporate policies to ensure equal access for visually impaired users on their website.
Lawyers who sued Bears over anti-white discrimination allege double cross by ex-paralegal plaintiff
The Trent Law Firm, which appeared to have secured a settlement with the Chicago Bears in a lawsuit over alleged anti-white hiring discrimination, has asked for a time out, as they say they are suing an ex-paralegal at the firm who they accuse of sabotaging the deal out of anger at the amount of legal fees
Corporate Partner Robert Karr Jr. Rejoins Barnes & Thornburg in Chicago
Barnes & Thornburg is pleased to announce that Robert W. Karr Jr. has rejoined the firm’s Chicago office as a partner in its Corporate Department.
Shook’s Privacy & Cybersecurity Team Expands With New Partner
The firm continues on the path of growth with new privacy and cybersecurity Partner Jad Sheikali.
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Sponsors IAHA 42nd Annual Health Law Symposium
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is a proud sponsor of the 42nd Annual Health Law Symposium hosted by the Illinois Association of Healthcare Attorneys (IAHA) on November 7 in Chicago, Illinois.
Glaub becomes first GOPer to run for countywide Cook judge since 2010, challenges DeCastro
Forty judgeships are on the ballot in Cook County this fall, but only five of those races are contested. Four of those contests are centered in judicial subcircuits based in Cook County's northwest suburbs. All other races feature Democrats running unopposed.
Greenberg Traurig’s Kerry Lin Davidson to Speak at The Employment Law Summit: Chicago
Kerry Lin Davidson, of counsel in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Chicago Labor & Employment Practice, will speak at The Employment Law Summit: Chicago presented by CenterForce Oct. 16. Greenberg Traurig is a sponsor.
Tom Ginsburg and Aziz Huq Write About a Second Trump Term
Would a second Donald Trump presidency really imperil American democracy?
Judge peels off class action vs Kroger over effectiveness of lidocaine pain patches
A federal judge faulted prolific labeling fraud lawsuit filer attorney Spencer Sheehan for attempting to proceed with the class action by swapping out claims and plaintiffs, after the first claim didn't entirely pan out in court
Thompson Coburn Labor & Employment Practice Extends Hiring Streak with New Partner in Chicago
Thompson Coburn announced that Emory D. Moore has joined the firm as a partner in the Labor & Employment practice in Chicago, where he will represent employers in complex employment litigation and human resources compliance matters.
Anjli Parrin Discusses CEDAW Report on Podcast
On 16 October 2024, Eszter Kismödi, Chief Executive of SRHM, spoke to James Yap, Acting Director of the International Human Rights Program at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and Anjli Parrin, Director of the Global Human Rights Clinic at the University of Chicago Law School about a report which reviews Canada's complicity in violations of women’s rights to maternal healthcare in Gaza.
William J. Rogers Receives 2024 JVR Lifetime Achievement Award
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP partner William J. Rogers was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Jury Verdict Reporter (JVR), a publication in Chicagoland that has documented jury verdicts in Illinois for decades.
IL counties can't end lawsuit accusing them of unconstitutionally taking homes over unpaid taxes
A Chicago federal judge said the counties can't beat the lawsuit by claiming they aren't violating the Constitution because state law allows private investors to keep the homes and the profits from the forced sales, not the governments themselves