U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Recent News About U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
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Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Symbria Rehab Inc. Violated ADA and FMLA
Lori Colbert has taken legal action against Symbria Rehab Inc., accusing them of violating both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). -
Chicago Women in Trades Challenges Federal Government's Anti-DEI Orders
In a bold legal move, Chicago Women in Trades has filed a lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump’s administration over recent executive orders terminating diversity initiatives across federal agencies. -
Ex-Amazon worker accuses former employer of discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Amazon.com Services LLC alleging discrimination based on disability and sexual orientation under federal laws. -
Plaintiff alleges health supplement company violates ADA due to inaccessible website
Constance Henry has filed a class action lawsuit against Revive Md Supplement Company LLC in Illinois federal court over allegations that their website discriminates against visually impaired users by failing ADA compliance standards. -
Plaintiff alleges nursing facility violated employment laws over pregnancy-related issues
Luma Albzour has taken legal action against Arab American Family Services alleging unlawful discrimination based on sex, pregnancy status, and disability following their refusal to accommodate her needs during a high-risk pregnancy leading up to... -
Plaintiff alleges South Suburban Humane Society violated ADA & ADEA
Kelly Cardenas has filed a lawsuit against South Suburban Humane Society claiming discrimination based on age and disability under ADA and ADEA laws. -
Anti-Israel activists seek end to class action over protest blockade of main O'Hare road entrance
Lawsuit accuses activists of illegally conspiring to block I-190 and "imprison" people in their vehicles as part of a nationwide campaign to disrupt economic and societal activity to support Hamas in its war with Israel. The activists say the lawsuit is "baseless" and the plaintiffs should be punished by the court -
Plaintiff Alleges Shoe Retailer Website Inaccessibility Violates ADA
A visually-impaired plaintiff has filed a class action lawsuit against Schuler Shoes for allegedly failing to make its website accessible under the ADA. -
Plaintiffs Allege Wage Violations Against Former Employer X-Golf
Two former employees have filed a lawsuit against X-Golf alleging wage violations under federal and state laws. -
Plaintiff alleges major clothing brand's website inaccessible under ADA
A visually-impaired plaintiff has filed a class-action lawsuit against Skims Body Inc., claiming its website violates the Americans with Disabilities Act by being inaccessible to blind users relying on screen-reading software. -
Balloon manufacturer sues online sellers for alleged copyright infringement
Anagram International has taken legal action against a group of alleged counterfeiters selling unauthorized versions of its balloon designs online. -
Mother sues infant formula manufacturer over alleged link between formula and infant illness
A mother has filed a lawsuit against Abbott Laboratories alleging their cow's milk-based infant formula caused her premature son serious health issues linked with Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC). -
Plaintiff alleges defamation against media company over false insurrection claims
Elizabeth Libby Andrews has filed a defamation lawsuit against Michael Dru Kelley and Equal Entertainment LLC for publishing false claims about her involvement in the January 6 insurrection. -
Plaintiff Alleges Online Retailer Violates ADA Due To Inaccessible Website
A legally-blind individual has taken legal action against an online retailer over allegations that its website is inaccessible to those with visual impairments. -
Plaintiff alleges police misconduct led to wrongful murder conviction
Philip Anderson has filed a lawsuit against several members of the Chicago Police Department alleging they fabricated evidence leading to his wrongful murder conviction in 2016. -
Plaintiff alleges medical negligence against United States Government after veteran's suffering
A lawsuit has been filed against the United States Government alleging medical negligence at a veterans' hospital that led to severe injuries for Daniel Steinhauer before his death from unrelated causes. -
Probationary police officer sues village of Lake Zurich for alleged wrongful DUI arrest
A former probationary police officer has filed a lawsuit against a Lake Zurich police officer and municipality alleging wrongful DUI arrest despite passing sobriety tests. -
Zacks Investment Research accused of Negligence in Data Breach Exposing Customer Information
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Zacks Investment Research for allegedly failing to protect customer data during a recent data breach. -
Plaintiff alleges ambulance service company violated wage laws
Matthew Davidson has initiated a class-action lawsuit against Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service for allegedly violating wage laws by not properly compensating overtime work through its bonus pay scheme. -
Silver Star Protection Group accused of Sexual Orientation Discrimination by Former Employee
Lavonte Harvey has taken legal action against Silver Star Protection Group LLC., accusing them of discrimination based on sexual orientation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.