The Cook County Record News
Amundsen Davis Elevates Seven Attorneys to Partner
Amundsen Davis is pleased to announce the promotion of seven attorneys to partner: Michael Cocciemiglio, Isabelle Faust, Sam Fino, Khadija Ghani, Emily Schroeder, Daniel Spungen, and Paul Struebing.
Lisa Brown, ’86, Joins WilmerHale as Higher Education Practice Leader
WilmerHale is pleased to announce that Lisa Brown, most recently the US Department of Education’s general counsel and, before that, the longstanding general counsel of Georgetown University, has joined the firm as a partner and the next head of its preeminent Higher Education Practice Group.
Appeals court: Ex-White Sox trainer can sue team over firing, claims anti-gay discrimination
South Siders canned head trainer in October 2020 while recovering from carjacking
Private Client Disputes | Preventing and Combating Advisor Fraud on February 26, 2025
Fraud and embezzlement by trusted advisors are often overlooked issues for many wealthy families and family offices.
Tom Geraghty Joins Vedder Price as Corporate Tax Shareholder in Chicago
Vedder Price is pleased to announce that attorney Tom Geraghty has joined the Chicago office as a Shareholder in the firm’s Corporate Tax & Estate Planning practice group.
No delay for new EtO cancer trial for Lake County woman vs Steris Isomedix
Medical device sterilizer Steris Isomedix said it should be allowed to attempt to force other companies who used EtO at sterilization plants in Lake County to share the potential payouts, when any of hundreds of lawsuits go to trial blaming emissions from the plant for cancers.
AI hot topics for 2025 on February 26
The start of a new year brings in many changes on the horizon for artificial intelligence with new regulatory approaches brought on by new governing regimes and law on a global scale.
Real Estate Group Continues Expansion
BFKN is pleased to announce the addition of partner Kimberlie Pearlman to the Real Estate Group.
William Ziegelbauer, ’14, and Benjamin Brooks, ’15, Promoted to Partner at Sheppard Mullin
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that 21 attorneys have been promoted to partner.
LIVE WEB - Estate Planning Basics on February 26, 2025
Are you new to the trusts and estates practice?
Plaintiffs Allege Mismanagement by Illinois State Police Over Sex Offender Registry Errors
In a new legal battle, Illinois Voices for Reform and Joshua Hale accuse the Illinois State Police of failing to maintain accurate records on its Sex Offender Registry—a failure they argue violates constitutional rights under the Fourteenth...
Plaintiffs Accuse Online Fashion Retailer SHEIN of Deceptive Advertising Practices
A group of plaintiffs has filed a class-action lawsuit against online fashion giant SHEIN, alleging deceptive advertising practices through undisclosed influencer endorsements on social media platforms like Instagram.
Plaintiff Alleges Online Retailer Charlie Hustle Denies Equal Access Under ADA
A legally blind plaintiff has filed a class-action lawsuit against Charlie Hustle LLC in Illinois federal court over alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiff Accuses Retailer Dorothy Lane Market of Failing Digital Accessibility Standards
A visually impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against Dorothy Lane Market alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to inaccessible digital platforms.
Plaintiff Alleges Skincare Company Violated Parental Leave Laws After Announcing Birth
Nathan Baker has taken legal action against Heyday Wellness LLC following what he claims was an unjust termination ahead of planned paternity leave.
Plaintiff accuses former employee of breaching confidentiality agreement
Savvas Learning Company LLC has initiated legal action against former employee Katherine Lauffer for allegedly breaching a confidentiality agreement by misappropriating sensitive company data before joining a competitor.
Plaintiff accuses gentlemen's club operator of wage violations
Ingrid Alatorre has filed a class-action lawsuit against AEG Ventures LLC alleging wage violations at The Atlantis Gentlemen’s Club in Ford Heights, Illinois.
Plaintiff alleges Infant Formula Manufacturers’ Products Caused Life-Threatening Condition in Premature Infant
A lawsuit has been filed against Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson & Company alleging their cow's milk-based infant formulas caused severe health issues in a premature baby.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Online Retailer Over Website Accessibility Issues
A legally blind plaintiff has filed a class-action lawsuit against Heys America in the Northern District of Illinois over alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiffs Allege Major Insurance Corporation Illegally Harvested Data
A new class action lawsuit accuses a major insurance company of secretly collecting personal data from millions without consent through mobile apps.