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Plaintiff high school teacher sues state agency over wrongful child abuse allegation
A high school teacher has filed a lawsuit against Illinois' child welfare agency over alleged wrongful accusations of child abuse stemming from an incident involving a student at Joliet West High School in September 2021.
Plaintiff alleges gaming company employer violated civil rights through discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Elite Gaming LLC alleging national origin-based discrimination and harassment under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Plaintiff alleges TV manufacturer Hisense engaged in deceptive advertising over QLED technology
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Hisense USA Corporation by Kalp Khamesra in Illinois federal court, accusing the company of false advertising regarding its television products' QLED technology capabilities.
New filing: 'Whistleblowers' can back fraud, racketeering claims vs Simmons, other asbestos lawsuit firms
L.A.-based pipemaker J-M Manufacturing wants to revive its lawsuit against Simmons Hanly Conroy and now other prominent asbestos plaintiff firms. J-M claims to have a raft of whistleblowers who can back their allegations that much of the multi-billion dollar asbestos litigation industry is allegedly a fraudulent racket
Plaintiff Alleges State Violated Disability Rights Under ADA
An inmate has filed a lawsuit against the State of Illinois alleging violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiff accuses music corporations of copyright infringement
A lawsuit filed by Michael Brown on behalf of Lawn Music Company alleges unauthorized exploitation and fraudulent ownership claims against several music corporations including Embassy Music Corporation and Wise Music Group.
Plaintiff Alleges Fraud Against Former Advertising Partner Over Inflated Media Costs
In a lawsuit filed on April 11, 2025, Capital Region Honda Dealers accuses Pinnacle Advertising and its affiliates of fraudulent practices resulting in overcharges exceeding one million dollars since entering into an agreement in November 2021.
BakerHostetler Illinois Attorneys Selected as Super Lawyer, Rising Stars
Congratulations to the Illinois BakerHostetler attorney named as a 2025 Super Lawyer and the two attorneys recognized as 2025 Rising Stars.
Activist groups seek to force $105K penalty vs Townstone, even though feds say case motivated by censorship
A group of progressive activist groups say a federal judge should block federal regulators from refunding a $105K fine under a deal with mortgage lender Townstone. The feds said Townstone was illegally targeted as punishment for expressing 'wrong-think' on the radio
Romanucci & Blandin Attorneys Daisy Ayllón and Sarah M. Raisch Achieve Favorable Outcome in Pro Bono Hague Convention Case
In just six months after being appointed as pro bono attorneys, Partner Daisy Ayllón and Senior Attorney Sarah M. Raisch successfully resolved a Hague Convention case, enabling a brave mother to remain in the United States with her 8-year-old son.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Hinsdale Orthopaedic Associates over surgical procedure
A Cook County resident has filed a lawsuit alleging negligence against her former healthcare providers following a surgical procedure that resulted in ongoing pain and complications.
Plaintiff Alleges Financial Misconduct Against Navy Federal Credit Union Amid Pandemic
A long-time member accuses Navy Federal Credit Union of closing accounts without justification during COVID-19 when access to funds was critical.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Chicago Transit Authority and Village over unsafe walkway
Arica Belbot has filed a lawsuit against both the Chicago Transit Authority and Village of Skokie following an injury she sustained due to uneven pavement at a transit station walkway.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against healthcare facility following resident's injury
A lawsuit has been filed against Generations at Oakton Pavilion by Yessenia Bassie on behalf of her late father Jose Andres Iniguez's estate citing negligence under Illinois Nursing Home Care Act after he suffered a fall resulting in serious...
Tom Ginsburg Writes About Academic Freedom as Trump Administration Leans on Higher Ed
Recent headlines announcing that Columbia University had “yielded” in the face of pressure from the Trump administration augur a dangerous era for everyone in higher education.
Judge blocks Trump Labor Dept anti-DEI funding rules
A Chicago federal judge blocked the Labor Department under President Donald Trump from enforcing Trump's executive orders requiring organizations receiving grants through the DOL to certify they are not supporting DEI, if they wish to continue collecting federal money. The judge said the orders "chill" free speech
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Named a Strongly Recommended Midsize Firm for 2025 by BTI Consulting
The BTI Consulting Group has recognized Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP as one of its Strongly Recommended Midsize Firms for 2025.
From Sheep Shows to Appellate Law
Life lessons learned while showing sheep at the Shawano County Fair in northeast Wisconsin have helped propel 2L student Lindsey Roloff, recipient of the Judge Floyd E. Thompson Memorial Scholarship at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, toward her likely career path in appellate litigation.
Plaintiffs Accuse Insurers Over Unsettled Claims Following Roof Collapse
A lawsuit filed by Chicago Ornamental Iron Inc., alongside two affiliated companies against Selective Insurance Company and AssuredPartners alleges breach of contract after a catastrophic roof collapse left them with significant losses unaddressed...
Plaintiff alleges Retaliatory Discharge by Former Employer CRRC Sifang America
Charles Harris has filed a lawsuit against CRRC Sifang America Incorporated alleging retaliatory discharge following a workplace injury in January 2024.