News from October 2024
Messina and Dmitrieva Submit Motion to File Amicus Brief for Illinois Chamber of Commerce in Illinois Supreme Court
On October 4, Alec Messina and Irina Dmitrieva asked the Supreme Court for leave to file an amicus brief on behalf of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
Plaintiff Alleges Skincare Company Website Violates ADA Due To Inaccessibility
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against Oars + Alps LLC alleging their website violates the Americans with Disabilities Act due to accessibility barriers for visually-impaired users. Filed in Illinois federal court on September 30th, this suit seeks injunctive relief demanding modifications ensuring full usability by blind consumers alongside compensatory damages for discrimination experienced.
Homeowner Accuses Local Government Over Building Code Violations
A homeowner is challenging local government decisions regarding alleged building code violations at his property in Lansing, Illinois. James Fisher claims procedural missteps led to fines totaling $1000 after disputes over inspection requirements were mishandled by municipal authorities.
Trucking Company Accused of Misclassifying Drivers Under Wage Laws
A lawsuit has been filed against Fremont Trans Inc., alleging illegal labor practices involving driver misclassification as independent contractors instead of employees. Filed by Carlo Jean on October 1st in Illinois federal court, the suit seeks damages for unpaid wages and improper deductions under state and federal laws.
Jones Day partner Elsa Andrianifahanana named to Crain's Chicago Business' 40 Under 40 list
Jones Day partner Elsa Andrianifahanana has been named to Crain's Chicago Business' "40 Under 40" list for 2024.
Anjli Parrin Discusses “Visual Investigations” Exhibit at Architekturmuseum der TUM
Tyler McBrien, Managing Editor of Lawfare, sat down with Lisa Luksch, a curator at the Architekturmuseum der TUM; Anjli Parrin, Assistant Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Global Human Rights Clinic at the University of Chicago; and Brad Samuels, a founding partner at SITU and the Director of SITU Research.
IL Supreme Court: Lawsuit damages over spouse's wrongful death must still be paid if surviving spouse remarries
The unanimous opinion said a judgment compensating one spouse for the loss of another through medical malpractice or other harm must still be paid by defendants, even if the judgment includes money for "material services" the other spouse would have provided to the household in the form of completed chores like cooking meals and washing clothes
Plaintiff Alleges Airline Violated Religious Accommodation Laws Over Vaccine Mandate
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against United Airlines alleging wrongful termination due to religious discrimination related to COVID-19 vaccine mandates. The plaintiff claims violations under Title VII and Florida's Civil Rights Act after being denied a religious exemption request considered untimely by the airline without clear communication or legal basis.
Shinzong Lee, ’09, Speaks to Yale Undergraduate Students about Entertainment Law
Shinzong Lee ’05 discussed her journey as an attorney in the entertainment law industry with Yale students this past Monday.
Former Employee Alleges Connex One Inc.'s Discrimination Under Civil Rights Act
Erica Franzen has filed a lawsuit against Connex One Inc., accusing them of sex-based discrimination and retaliation following her dismissal after reporting inappropriate conduct at work. The case highlights allegations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and seeks various forms of relief including compensation for lost wages and emotional distress damages.
Plaintiff alleges oil service company violated ADA through discrimination
Orlando Maldonado has filed a lawsuit against D and S Oil Service Enterprises alleging violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The case claims discrimination based on disability following termination despite successful job performance with documented medical restrictions.
Produce Manager Sues Major Midwest Grocer Alleging Unpaid Overtime Violations
Kristin Gower has filed a class action lawsuit against Roundy's Supermarkets Inc., alleging failure to pay proper overtime wages under federal and state laws. The case highlights claims of systematic misclassification of employees as exempt from overtime provisions by Mariano's stores across Illinois and beyond. The suit seeks back pay for unpaid wages along with additional damages for willful violations.
Plaintiff FCA US LLC alleges breach of contract against UAW over unauthorized strikes
In a significant legal battle unfolding in Illinois' federal court system, FCA US LLC has accused a major labor union of breaching their collective bargaining agreement through unauthorized strikes aimed at forcing premature investments without company approval. This case underscores ongoing tensions between corporate management and labor unions over contractual obligations and strategic business decisions.
Enough is enough
Illinois should follow the example set by Michigan in dealing with dysfunction in schools in Detroit and establish a new school district in Chicago to entirely replace CPS
Biometrics class action tags timeclock maker EPay and one of its clients over worker face scans
A class action lawsuit has accused timeclock maker EPay Systems and a facilities maintenance company, All 1 Service, which uses EPay's timeclocks, of allegedly wrongly scanning workers' faces when they punch the clock, allegedly in violation of Illinois' biometrics privacy law.
Sargent Logistics accused in class action for scanning truck drivers' faces on the job
A class action lawsuit has accused trucking company Sargent Logistics of allegedly improperly scanning the faces of workers in the company's delivery vehicles, allegedly in violation of Illinois' biometrics privacy law.
Northwestern, Notre Dame among top U.S. colleges hit with class action over financial aid practices
A new class action lawsuit says some of America's top colleges and universities have for nearly two decades violated U.S. antitrust law by collectively making it harder for students to obtain need-based financial aid by forcing them to include non-custodial parent income on applications
UB Greensfelder Attorney Steven S. Kaufman Inducted into Case Western Reserve University School of Law Society of Benchers
UB Greensfelder LLP is pleased to announce that Steven S. Kaufman has been inducted into the Case Western Reserve University School of Law Society of Benchers, the law school’s “hall of fame,” which honors the achievements of distinguished alumni, faculty, and prominent members of the legal community.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Retail Giant Wal-Mart
Toya Campbell has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Associates Inc., claiming workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation and subsequent retaliation after reporting such incidents. Filed in Illinois' Northern District Court on September 30th, this case seeks compensation for emotional distress alongside other damages following alleged wrongful termination by Supervisor Thomas Hathaway.
Better Mouse Company Accuses Online Retailers of Patent Infringement
In a bold legal move, Better Mouse Company has filed a lawsuit against various online retailers operating through Amazon and Shein for alleged patent infringement related to their computer mouse technology. Filed in Illinois federal court on October 4th, this case underscores serious accusations about unauthorized sales tactics originating from China-based entities targeting U.S consumers with counterfeit goods.