News from 2023
IL Supreme Court: Plaintiffs don't need to ID proper personal estate representative before suing dead person
A split Illinois Supreme Court ruled insurer State Farm couldn't defeat a lawsuit against a deceased man for insurance proceeds by arguing the plaintiff failed to properly identify and sue a personal representative of the dead man's estate. The majority said it was enough to ask a court to appoint a special representative instead
Class action lawsuit alleges CNC Logistics improperly monitored drivers with face-scanning cameras
A worker is suing trucking company CNC Logistics, claiming that the company has violated Illinois biometric privacy law by using biometric face-scanning cameras to monitor drivers on the job.
LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Foundation sue former executive director, alleging financial misconduct
The LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the LGBT Foundation of Illinois are seeking a temporary restraining order against their former executive director after alleged financial misconduct.
Boilers, Blowouts & Booms - Oh My! on November 30, 2023
Jonathan Levy and Andy Thielen of Engineering Systems Inc. (ESI) will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled "Boilers, Blowouts & Booms - Oh My!"
David J. Stein Named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 ‘Notable Leaders in Employment & Labor Law’ List
David J. Stein, a Labor & Employment shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Chicago office, was named a Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 “Notable Leader in Employment & Labor Law.”
BFKN Partner Recognized as Crain’s 2023 Notable Leader in Employment & Labor Law
BFKN is pleased to announce Crain’s Chicago – a top source of news, analysis and information on business in metropolitan Chicago for decision-makers in the private and public sectors – has recognized partner Allison N. Powers as a 2023 Notable Leader in Employment & Labor Law.
Hinsdale South star basketball player sues D86, says was cut for complaining about ex-head coach's verbal abuse of players
The federal lawsuit vs Hinsdale District 86 and varsity basketball coach Michael Belcaster accuses the coach of illegally retaliating against the All-Conference player after he filed a complaint with the school about ex-head coach Michael Moretti's alleged verbal abuse and bullying of players. The lawsuit says D86 has turned a blind eye since
Illinois woman files $30,000 lawsuit for damages following motor vehicle collision in Niles
CHICAGO – A driver has filed an injury lawsuit, alleging that she was injured in a motor vehicle collision in the Village of Niles, Illinois.
Motorists file negligence lawsuit against truck driver after collision near Madison
CHICAGO – Two travelers have filed a negligence lawsuit against a truck driver, claiming that they were injured in a vehicle collision near Madison.
Illinois driver files negligence lawsuit claiming driver crashed into her while performing left turn
CHICAGO – A driver has filed an injury lawsuit, alleging that another driver crashed into her while making a left turn at the intersection of West 53rd Street and South California Avenue in Chicago.
Illinois driver files negligence lawsuit alleging collision with motorist deviates from lane during turn
CHICAGO – A driver has filed a negligence lawsuit, claiming that he was injured in a motor vehicle collision when another driver strayed from his lane in the middle of a turn and struck his vehicle.
Illinois driver files negligence lawsuit for severe injuries suffered in interstate collision
CHICAGO – An Illinois man has filed a lawsuit claiming that he was severely injured when his vehicle was struck by a semi truck that collided with another driver.
Jeff Risch and Heather Bailey Honorees of Crain’s 2023 Notable Leaders in Employment & Labor Law
Congratulations to Jeff Risch and Heather Bailey who are among 40 honorees on Crain’s Notable Leaders in Employment & Labor Law for 2023.
HSPRD Honors National Native American Heritage Month
As November is National Native American Heritage Month, HSPRD celebrates and honors the critical work and indelible advocacy of Native American peoples in Chicago and throughout the country.
Jason Kim Named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law
NGE is pleased to announce that Jason Kim, a partner in our Labor & Employment group, has earned a spot on the 2023 Crain’s Chicago Business's Notable Leaders in Employment and Labor Law list.
Restaurant Technologies accused of breaking IL biometrics law by scanning workers faces
A worker has filed a lawsuit against an Illinois restaurant supply company, alleging that the company violates Illinois biometric privacy laws by using biometric cameras to monitor employees.
Class action: Northwestern Mutual Life violates IL genetic privacy law by asking applicants about family medical history
An Illinois resident has filed a class action lawsuit against the Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, claiming that the company wrongly required applicants to share information about their family medical histories, which the plaintiffs claim amounts to "genetic information" allegedly protected by an Illinois privacy law.
Woman claims guard at Laugh Factory assaulted her amid verbal disagreement
A woman who visited the Laugh Factory in Chicago in May has filed a lawsuit against a security firm, claiming that a guard at the comedy club allegedly escalated a verbal disagreement and physically assaulted her.
Elizabeth Olivera Elected Secretary of the National Filipino American Lawyers Association
Elizabeth Olivera, an associate in the firm’s Labor and Employment Department, has been elected secretary of the National Filipino American Lawyers Association (NFALA).
Amber Coisman Joins Tressler’s Insurance Practice Group
Tressler is proud to welcome Amber Coisman as senior counsel in our Insurance Practice Group in Chicago, Illinois.