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Plaintiff Alleges Casino Project Discriminates Against White Males
In a recent lawsuit filed in federal court, Mark Glennon accuses the City of Chicago and Bally's Corporation of enforcing discriminatory practices through a casino development agreement that excludes white males from participating in an IPO.
Plaintiff accuses Illinois Environmental Council of pregnancy discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against the Illinois Environmental Council alleging violations under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act after being terminated while pregnant.
Plaintiff alleges hotel group violated ADA in workplace discrimination case
Stephanie Captain has taken legal action against DG Hotel Group LLC and SUN Development & Management Corporation over alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), among other laws.
Visually-Impaired Customer Sues Ohio-Based Retailer Over Website Accessibility
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against Ohio Power Tool for allegedly failing to make their website accessible to visually-impaired users.
Plaintiff Alleges Fashion Brand Eric Javits Fails ADA Compliance
Tentya Booker has filed a lawsuit against fashion brand Eric Javits in Illinois federal court for failing to make its website accessible to visually impaired users like herself.
Visually Impaired Plaintiff Sues Online Retailer iHerb Over Website Accessibility Violations
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against iHerb in Illinois federal court alleging violations of the ADA due to their inaccessible website design for visually impaired users.
Plaintiff Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Former Employer GRG TFG Wacker LLC
Durrell Haynes has filed a lawsuit against GRG TFG Wacker LLC alleging racial discrimination during his employment as a line chef at Bar Mar in Chicago.
Florida Couple Sues Illinois Police Officers Over Alleged Unlawful Search
A Florida couple has taken legal action against an Illinois village police department following an alleged unconstitutional search of their home based on false claims made by a neighbor's daughter.
Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Jamba Juice Operator
Eric Harrison has filed a lawsuit against Susu Hospitality Group d/b/a Jamba Juice alleging sexual harassment and discrimination during his brief tenure as a Shift Lead.
'The offender is the victim now:' City to debate deal to pay Dexter Reed's family $1.25M
The deal, which could be approved by Chicago City Council by Feb. 19, would pay $1.25 million to the family of a man all but his own family and their lawyers conceded fired first at Chicago cops. It has drawn intense criticism from aldermen who assert it sends a terrible message to police and the community
Plaintiffs accuse City Police Officers and Retail Giant Dick's Sporting Goods of Wrongful Arrest
Three men have filed a lawsuit against several Chicago police officers and Dick's Sporting Goods alleging wrongful arrest based on racial profiling and fabricated charges following an incident at a retail store in July 2024.
Plaintiff alleges clothing retailer H&M discriminated against him due to epilepsy
Javier Enriquez has filed a lawsuit against retail giant H&M alleging wrongful termination due to disability discrimination related to his epilepsy.
World Trademark Review 1000 Ranks Six Neal Gerber Eisenberg Attorneys
Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that six attorneys from the firm’s Intellectual Property practice group have been ranked in the 2025 edition of World Trademark Review 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals (WTR 1000).
Legally Blind Plaintiff Accuses Food Retailer The Old Mill LLC of Violating ADA Over Website Accessibility
Tentya Booker has taken legal action against The Old Mill LLC for allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to make its website accessible to visually impaired users like herself.
Former Employee Alleges Breach of Contract Against Trucking Academy Over Unpaid Commissions
Matthew Herman has taken legal action against Rock Gate Capital LLC and its CEO Steve Gold over unpaid wages and commissions during his tenure as a Business Development Representative.
Plaintiff Haron Cole alleges Sepm Marketing's online store violates ADA due to inaccessible website
Haron Cole has taken legal action against Sepm Marketing for allegedly failing to make its website accessible to visually impaired users, violating the ADA.
'This ends today:' DOJ asks court to block IL, Chicago from using 'Sanctuary' laws to hinder deportation of criminals
Federal lawsuit from the Trump administration asserts the state of Illinois, city of Chicago and Cook County are unconstitutionally using state laws and local ordinances to shield illegal immigrants - and particularly, illegal immigrants who have been convicted of other, violent crimes - from being removed from the U.S.
Sally Schilling Joins Armstrong Teasdale as Director of Business Development
Armstrong Teasdale announces the addition of Sally Schilling as Director of Business Development. Located in the firm’s Chicago office, she drives the firm's client acquisition and revenue growth initiatives, while fostering strong client relationships.
Nelson Mullins Chicago Partner David Ogles Recognized in 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers Magazine
Nelson Mullins partner David Ogles was recently recognized in the 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers Magazine in the area of Business Litigation.
Plaintiff accuses tech giant Apple Inc., former employer, of racial discrimination and ADA violations
Kevin T. Hobbs has filed a lawsuit against Apple Inc., alleging racial discrimination and violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act during his employment with them in Naperville, Illinois.