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Appeals court: State must ensure IDES board review isn't 'rubber stamp' for employers
Panel overturns denial of benefits for pharmacy worker, calls on governor and lawmakers to act
Attorney General Raoul Highlights New Laws
Attorney General Kwame Raoul highlighted four new laws initiated by his office that will go into effect Jan. 1.
Retailers can be sued in IL state court under fed law for printing too many card digits on receipts, even if no real harm done
2-1 state appellate court ruling advances allegations of violating Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names Three New Partners
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is pleased to announce Shannon E. Buckley, Jacob D. Caudill, and Michael A. Long have been elevated to partner, effective January 1, 2025.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Great Lakes Credit Union Over Disability Accommodations
In a recent legal filing, Patricia Gorski accuses Great Lakes Credit Union of discriminatory practices following disclosure of her disability.
Former Employee Alleges Verizon Wireless Violated ADA Over Disability Accommodations
Miguel Castillo has filed a lawsuit against Verizon Wireless claiming wrongful termination due to disability discrimination related to his chronic idiopathic constipation condition.
Long-time Employee Sues Major Financial Firm Over Alleged Retaliation
Matt Johanson has filed a lawsuit against Discover Financial Services claiming wrongful termination after supporting a colleague facing racial discrimination at work.
Visually Impaired Plaintiff Alleges Home Goods Retailer Violates ADA Over Website Accessibility
A visually impaired man has filed a lawsuit against home goods retailer Ambesonne for failing to make its website accessible under ADA regulations.
Plaintiff alleges car dealership discriminated based on age and disability
Steven Smith has filed a lawsuit against Kunes C of Sycamore Inc., alleging age and disability discrimination leading to wrongful termination.
Legally Blind Plaintiff Alleges Inaccessibility Against Retailer Car Toys
Chris Jackson has taken legal action against Car Toys Inc., claiming their digital platforms are inaccessible to those with visual impairments in violation of ADA laws.
Plaintiff alleges state office violated ADA over diabetes-related accommodation
A former DMV employee has taken legal action against the Illinois Secretary of State alleging discrimination due to her diabetes condition under ADA laws.
Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Major Aerospace Company
A former CNC machinist has filed a lawsuit against GE Aerospace alleging sexual harassment and discrimination during her employment period.
Former Employee Alleges Fast-Food Chain Discriminated Against Him Due to Disability
Karl Jones has filed a lawsuit against Zubha POP Foods, LLC d/b/a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen alleging discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act due to his sickle cell disease.
Plaintiff alleges hospital violated ADA through discriminatory practices
Nicole Burgess has filed a lawsuit against Sinai Health System alleging violations under the ADA and FMLA due to discrimination based on her disabilities.
Former Employee Alleges Retaliation Against Corporate Employer After Reporting Sexual Harassment
In a recent lawsuit filed in Illinois federal court by Karen Schweickart against her former employer Emburse Inc., serious allegations of retaliation following reports of sexual harassment have come to light.
Residential Manager Alleges Discrimination Against Care Facility Over Pregnancy
Anastasia G. Malhotra has filed a lawsuit against The Lambs Farm alleging discrimination based on sex and pregnancy under Title VII and PDA laws after being terminated following maternity leave.
German Air Charter Partnership Alleges Fraud Against Repairman Using Alias
A German air charter partnership has filed a lawsuit alleging fraud against an individual using the alias John Flint and his fictitious company CAP LLC after they failed to repair or return their aircraft engine despite receiving payment upfront.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination by Spears Manufacturing Under ADA
Peter Bell has filed a lawsuit against Spears Manufacturing Co., claiming discrimination due to his disability under ADA laws and retaliation related to FMLA rights violations.
Closing the Tax Gap: Book Co-authored by Northwestern Pritzker Law Professor Targets Noncompliance by the Wealthy
When thinking about the tax system, Americans often complain that the wealthy pay less than they should because they’re able to employ skilled advisors and complex structures that are not available to other taxpayers.
Justice Joy V. Cunningham Announces 3 Judicial Vacancies in Cook County
Supreme Court Justice Joy V. Cunningham has begun an application process for three judicial vacancies, one At-Large vacancy and two subcircuit vacancies, in Cook County.