News from September 2024
Privacy Legislation: What to Know From 2024 and Predictions for 2025 on September 18, 2024
The consumer privacy landscape is rapidly changing, with several states enacting new laws this year that could significantly impact how businesses collect and use personal information in a number of states.
Quinn Emanuel Ranked by 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America
Quinn Emanuel is pleased to announce that 60 of its partners across 9 offices have been ranked by Lawdragon in their list of the 500 Leading Litigators in America.
Polsinelli Advises Dunes Point Capital on the Sale of Unified Door & Hardware Group to Foundation Building Materials
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli recently served as co-counsel to Dunes Point Capital (DPC), a family office and private investment firm, in the sale of Unified Door and Hardware Group (Unified) to Foundation Building Materials.
Combat veteran testifies against Illinois firearm ban as trial opens in Southern District of Illinois
EAST ST. LOUIS - Military expert Jeffrey Eby of Missouri testified at trial on the Illinois weapon law that among dozens of firearms legislators banned, two or three could be useful in combat.
Lawsuit: Anti-cop bias, politics at COPA producing 'tainted' investigations into Chicago police conduct
A deputy administrator at Chicago's Civilian Office of Police Accountability says he was fired after shining light on alleged bias and political motives at the office under its current top administrator
Taylor A. Brewer’s Strong Defense Results in Arbitration Victory for Healthcare Defendant
Tressler litigation attorney Taylor A. Brewer successfully defended a large Chicago-based healthcare provider.
Pam Sran Named Project Officer of the CBA’s Young Lawyers Section
Fox Rothschild congratulates Pam Sran, who was named Project Officer for the Chicago Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section’s Executive Council.
Reed Smith’s Nikki Bhargava named ‘Notable Leader in Law’ by Crain’s Chicago Business
Monique (Nikki) Bhargava, a partner in Reed Smith’s Entertainment and Media Group, has been named a Notable Leader in Law by Crain’s Chicago Business, the firm announced.
Meet the Class: Zachary Jordan, ’27
Brown Grad Excited to Combine Business Smarts with Law.
Visually-Impaired Individual Sues Clothing Brand Over Website Accessibility
Andre Battle has filed a class action lawsuit against Kontoor Brands Inc., alleging their website Wrangler.com is inaccessible to blind users in violation of ADA standards. The suit seeks both injunctive relief and compensatory damages.
Legally Blind Plaintiff Sues E-Commerce Company Over Website Accessibility Violations
Holger Fiallo has filed a lawsuit against Alton Industry Limited Group DBA Ecowell alleging their website violates Title III of the ADA due to inaccessibility for visually impaired users. The case highlights significant barriers faced by disabled individuals when accessing online services.
Behavioral Health Organization Accused of Disability Discrimination
Louis A. Rafti has filed a lawsuit against Rosecrance Behavioral Health alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The case centers around claims of disability discrimination and retaliation following his application for employment at the organization.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Online Retailer for ADA Violations
Howard Wilson has filed a class action lawsuit against Hobby Enterprises for failing to make its website accessible to visually impaired users. The suit alleges violations of the ADA and seeks a permanent injunction requiring compliance with accessibility guidelines.
MRI Provider Accused of Discrimination Against Wheelchair User
A Chicago man has sued Preferred Open MRI for allegedly refusing him service because he uses a wheelchair. Ramon Canellada claims this denial violates several federal and state laws protecting individuals with disabilities and seeks both declaratory relief and compensatory damages.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Online Jewelry Retailer Over Website Accessibility
A visually-impaired woman has filed a class action lawsuit against an online jewelry retailer for allegedly failing to make its website accessible under ADA guidelines. The suit seeks injunctive relief requiring compliance with established web accessibility standards.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Major Cinema Chain Over Website Accessibility
A legally blind woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Cinemark USA Inc., alleging their website is inaccessible for visually impaired users in violation of the ADA. The plaintiff seeks injunctive relief requiring the company to make their site compliant with established web accessibility guidelines.
Software Company Accused of Negligence Leading to Massive Data Breach
Nearly one million individuals have had their sensitive personal information compromised due to a data breach at a prominent software company. A class action lawsuit has been filed against Young Consulting LLC for failing to secure this data adequately.
IL Baptists plan to appeal ruling that IL abortion coverage mandate doesn't violate religious rights
A Springfield judge agreed with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul that the state's abortion health insurance coverage mandate doesn't violate religious objectors' rights because they can still buy health insurance from other states
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Led to Wrongful Termination by State Agency
A former employee has sued the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for racial and gender discrimination that led to his wrongful termination in August 2022.
Traveling CNA Alleges Discrimination and Wrongful Termination Against Senior Home Facility
Karen Y. Beckman has filed a lawsuit alleging severe discrimination based on age, national origin, and sexual orientation during her brief employment at Samaritan Bethany Senior Home in Minnesota. The case involves multiple defendants including local police officers accused of conducting a biased investigation leading to wrongful termination and criminal charges against Beckman.