News from August 2018
Appeals panel hints not willing to reverse most Cook Co. Sheriff's firings under illegal merit board
Saying they wished to shy away from potentially overthrowing untold numbrs of otherwise purportedly proper terminations and employee disciplinary actions within the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, a state appeals panel has upheld the termination of a Cook County Sheriff’s employee even though the merit board the sheriff uses to review employee discipline and terminations was illegally constituted at the time the officer was fired.
Robinson committee reports nearly $7K in contributions during first quarter
Citizens to Chelsey R Robinson for Judge of 2nd reported receiving $7,314.12 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
Miller committee reports nearly $14K in contributions during first quarter
Friends to Elect Judge Stephanie Miller reported receiving $13,650 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
Saltouros committee reports nearly $14K in contributions during first quarter
Elect Judge Stephanie Saltouros reported receiving $13,658.37 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
NEAL GERBER & EISENBERG LLP: NGE Commits to Mansfield Rule 2.0 Law Firm Diversity Initiative
Neal Gerber Eisenberg is proud to announce its participation in Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Rule 2.0 initiative, which aims to increase the representation of diverse lawyers in law firm leadership roles by broadening the pool of candidates considered for those positions.
POMERANTZ LLP: Tamar Weinrib named a Rising Star
Tamar Weinrib has recently played key roles in several important investor suits, including a precedent-setting decision on class certification in the Second Circuit, earning her a spot as one of six securities law practitioners under age 40 honored by Law360 as Rising Stars.
BARNES & THORNBURG LLP: Litigator Marlen Cortez Morris joins Barnes & Thornburg in Chicago
Barnes & Thornburg has added Marlén Cortez Morris as a partner in the Litigation Department.
Judge denies Chicago Fraternal Order of Police request to join lawsuit on police reform
A federal judge has denied a motion brought by the union representing Chicago's police officers to intervene as a party in litigation, in an attempt to limit the scope of a settlement agreement between the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago mandating reforms for the Chicago Police Department, to address allegations officers discriminate against African American and Latino city residents.
Appeals panel: Retirement home liable under federal housing law for residents' harassment of lesbian resident
A federal appeals panel has ruled an independent and assisted living facility can be held liable for a harassment suffered by a lesbian resident at the hands of other residents, because of her sexuality.
John committee reports nearly $3K in contributions during first quarter
Committee to Elect Patrick D John for Judge reported receiving $3,304.51 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
Studenroth for Judge committee reports nearly $20K in contributions during first quarter
Studenroth for Judge reported receiving $19,550 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
Melchor committee reports nearly $1K in contributions during first quarter
Committee to Elect Mary Alice Melchor for Judge reported receiving $1,300 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
American Airlines workers bring class action saying material in new gray uniforms made them sick
American Airlines employees have filed a class action complaint against the carrier and the company that makes their new uniforms, alleging chemicals in the synthetic fabric have sickened thousands of workers.
Ronny's Original Steakhouse sued by man who claims was hurt in fall from broken chair
A restaurant patron is suing Ronny's Original Steakhouse for more than $50,000, claiming injuries in an alleged fall from a broken chair.
Marriott International sues Tech Exec Networks for alleged unpaid bills
Marriott Marquis Chicago is suing Tech Exec Networks Inc., alleging the Georgia-based corporation failed to pay an outstanding bill of more than $50,000 for sleeping rooms, banquet food and other services.
Highland Crossing Condo Association accuses former employee, residents of defamation
The Highland Crossing Condominium Association is alleging defamation and seeking more than $75,000 in damages in a lawsuit filed against a former employee and several residents.
Sycamore Speedway sued after race car strikes pedestrian in pit area
A spectator at the Sycamore Speedway car race track has filed a lawsuit against the stock car racing company and driver Timothy Erjavac after he was allegedly struck by a racing car in the pit stop area.
Barnes & Thornburg sues Conceivex, demanding past due payment of $555,000
A law firm is suing Conceivex Inc, a medical device company, citing an alleged overdue account that totals more than a half-million dollars.
Judge grounds workers' class action vs Southwest over fingerprint scans, says subject to union talks
A federal judge has dismissed a class action lawsuit accusing Southwest Airlines of violating employees’ privacy rights, saying the dispute instead should be subject to union negotiations.
Cunningham committee reports nearly $25K in contributions during first quarter
Committee to Elect Kevin Cunningham Circuit Court Judge reported receiving $24,954.53 from Jan. 1 through March 31, according to its first quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.