News from March 2020
Appeals panel: Northwestern didn't 'overwhelm' retirees with too many investment options
Former Northwestern University workers and retirees accused the school of violating federal law by presenting workers with so many investment choices it would "overwhelm" investors.
Judge says health insurer Anthem not responsible for Chicago affiliate's alleged practice of improperly denying claims
Health insurer Anthem can't be held accountable for an affiliated company's denials of coverage, which allegedly violated Medicare rules, a judge has said.
Sterigenics sues Cobb County, Ga., says concocted illegal reasons to keep sterilization plant closed, despite COVID
Illinois-based Sterigenics says Cobb County buckled to pressure from activists, seeking to keep sterilization plant closed, despite no authority to do so.
Cook County COVID court activity restrictions extended until mid-May; most remaining activities to be held remotely
Cook County’s chief judge has extended the COVID-induced shutdown of nearly all county court proceedings until mid-May, at the earliest, and this time will close some courthouses, while also requiring virtually all remaning activity to be conducted by videoconference.
Family of college football player who committed suicide can continue concussion lawsuit vs NCAA, MIAA
Complaint says former linebacker, who shot himself in 2014, suffered more than 100 concussions playing football at Pittsburg State University in Kansas.
What next for Illinois?
What’s happening today is unprecedented. The coronavirus is impacting Illinoisans' lives in more ways than can be counted. We wish our readers the best and hope you all remain healthy.
Governor Pritzker must do more for taxpayers now!
Governor Pritzker is killing the Illinois economy. On March 25, Pritzker announced he was considering extending the statewide lockdown, and the continued closure of all businesses he deemed non-essential.
SALVI SCHOSTOK & PRITCHARD PC: $5 Million Settlement for 23-year-old Woman Who Died After Medical Error at Loyola University Medical Center
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard attorneys Patrick A. Salvi II, Thomas R. Mulroy III and Aaron D. Boeder obtained a $5 million settlement on behalf of a young woman who suffered a brain injury after a medical error following a relatively minor car crash.
CLARK HILL PLC: Clark Hill attorney Melissa Ventrone discusses cyber threats during COVID-19 on WPHM
Clark Hill attorney Melissa Ventrone recently appeared on WPHM to discuss cyber threats in the wake of COVID-19.
FAEGRE DRINKER BIDDLE & REATH LLP: Telehealth Opportunities and Challenges During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Presented by Partnership for a Connected Illinois Sponsored and Co-Hosted by Faegre Drinker Join us for a free virtual event providing information on the use of telehealth in the fight against the COVID-19 virus.
FAEGRE DRINKER BIDDLE & REATH LLP: Webinar Series - Franchisor Best Practices to be held on March 30, 2020
Faegre Drinker partners Kerry Bundy, Heather Perkins and Brian Schnell, head a rotating cast of legal thought leaders who will convene via webinar for a hard-hitting assessment of how COVID-19 is affecting the franchise industry—and what you can do about it.
PEPPER HAMILTON LLP: An Employer's Guide to the Coronavirus
During this program, attendees will learn about the rapidly evolving legal environment related to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and its impact on the American workplace.
Case activity for Washington Herbert vs Kathleen Streem on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Washington Herbert against Kathleen Streem on March 26.
Case activity for Allstate Fire & vs Benjamin T. Biskey on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Allstate Fire & against Benjamin T. Biskey on March 26.
Case activity for Fox C Group INC.? vs Khalil Sary on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Fox C Group INC.? against Khalil Sary on March 26.
Case activity for Burnett Myra vs Canoneo Nancy Rece on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Burnett Myra against Canoneo Nancy Rece on March 26.
Case activity for Lee Jung Taek vs Craig Reider on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Lee Jung Taek against Craig Reider on March 26.
Case activity for Jerry Newson vs Dorene Morrow on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Jerry Newson against Dorene Morrow on March 26.
Case activity for Cintas Corporation vs Great Expectations on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by Cintas Corporation against Great Expectations on March 26.
Case activity for First National Bank vs Heery/Kathleen M on March 26
The Circuit Court of Cook County reported the following activities in the suit brought by First National Bank against Heery/Kathleen M on March 26.