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Plaintiff accuses indoor climbing company ClimbZone of sexual harassment
A former employee has brought serious allegations against ClimbZone for failing to address sexual harassment in the workplace effectively.
LIVE WEB - Hate Crime Laws in Illinois: An Overview on March 27, 2025
Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on the definition and prevalence of hate crimes, as well as recent changes to Illinois’ hate crimes statute.
Mark Radtke Honored as a Volunteer of the Year by Legal Aid Chicago
Foley & Lardner LLP partner Mark Radtke is honored by Legal Aid Chicago as a Volunteer of the Year for his contributions to its Bankruptcy Help Desk.
Jewish lawyer can sue Cook Co. Public Defender for making her take down pic featuring Israeli flag, gun
A federal judge said Debra Gassman has done enough so far to show the Cook County Public Defender's office violated her First Amendment rights by forcing her to take down a photo from her office showing the ex-IDF volunteer holding a rifle in front of the Israeli flag
Retired Police Sergeant Alleges Constitutional Violations by Former Colleagues Over Parody Page
A retired police sergeant has taken legal action against his former colleagues at the Village of Orland Park Police Department over allegations that they violated his First and Fourth Amendment rights following his creation of a parody Facebook...
The Meese Revolution: Steve Calabresi Pens Book on Former U.S. Attorney General
Steven G. Calabresi, the Clayton J. & Henry R. Barber Professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, recently released a book titled The Meese Revolution: The Making of a Constitutional Moment (2024, Encounter Books). Co-authored by Steve Calabresi and Gary Lawson, the book delves into the influential tenure of former U.S. Attorney General Edwin Meese III, who served under President Ronald Reagan.
Plaintiff alleges major beauty brands' hair relaxers caused cancer
In a significant legal battle unfolding in Illinois federal court, Gracie Scurry accuses leading beauty product manufacturers like L'Oréal and Avlon Industries among others for allegedly causing her uterine cancer through prolonged use of their...
Plaintiff Alleges University Hospital's Racial Discrimination Led to Unjust Termination
A former medical assistant has filed a lawsuit against University of Illinois Hospital citing racial discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Plaintiff alleges law firm violated Age Discrimination Act
Christine M. Busanelli has filed a lawsuit against Schouest Bamdas Soshea Benmaier & Eastham PLLC alleging age discrimination leading to wrongful termination under ADEA violations.
Plaintiff alleges research center failed to accommodate religious practices
Adriena Turner has filed a lawsuit against her former employer alleging religious discrimination after they failed to accommodate her Jehovah's Witness practices.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer G & W Electric Company Violated Pregnancy Discrimination Laws
Jazmine Sanchez has filed a lawsuit against G & W Electric Company alleging pregnancy discrimination after being denied reasonable accommodations during her pregnancy leading up to an abrupt termination.
Plaintiff alleges racial discrimination by former employer Advanced Technology Services
Antavis M. Chism has filed a lawsuit against Advanced Technology Services alleging racial discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 after facing alleged workplace harassment and wrongful termination due to...
Plaintiff Alleges Retaliation by Former Employer: Village Accused of Racial Discrimination
A former police sergeant has taken legal action against the Village of Orland Park alleging retaliatory termination following complaints about racial discrimination within its police department.
Plaintiff accuses Bridgeway Senior Living of Sexual Harassment
A former Human Resource Director has filed a lawsuit against Bridgeway Senior Living for alleged sexual harassment and retaliation under Title VII.
Plaintiff alleges Galena Brewing Company engaged in racial discrimination
Jaison White has filed a lawsuit against Galena Brewing Company alleging racial discrimination under Title VII and Section 1981 laws after being terminated under suspicious circumstances following disparate treatment compared to non-African...
Plaintiff alleges major online retailer's website violates ADA due to accessibility barriers
A visually-impaired plaintiff has taken legal action against Evolucion Innovations Inc., accusing them of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to make their website accessible.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Prosecutors Accused Him Wrongfully Under Malicious Prosecution
In a dramatic turn of events unfolding in Lake County, Illinois, Dalance Robinson has filed a civil complaint alleging malicious prosecution by county officials after being wrongfully detained for over two years on murder charges he did not commit.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employers Hunzinger Williams Inc. Failed to Pay Minimum Wages
A new lawsuit highlights alleged wage violations as Michael Alfaro accuses his former employers at Hunzinger Williams Inc. of failing to pay him minimum wages according to federal and state laws.
Professional Services Firm Accused of Data Breach Negligence
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Legacy Professionals LLP following a significant data breach that exposed sensitive personal information belonging to thousands.
Plaintiff alleges healthcare group violated ADA through discriminatory practices
Ariel Zamir has filed a lawsuit against Graham Healthcare Group claiming discrimination due to his disability under the ADA.