News from 2024
Benesch Welcomes Partner Nicholas R. Pesavento to the Firm’s Corporate & Securities Practice Group
Benesch, one of the fastest-growing firms on the AmLaw 200 list, is pleased to announce the addition of Nicholas R. Pesavento as a Partner in its Corporate & Securities practice group.
Judge who has endorsed statements critical of Chicago Police 'torture' won't step aside from suit accusing cops of torture
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Cummings says a group of Chicago Police detectives haven't done enough to show he can't give them a fair hearing in a lawsuit brought by a man who claims cops tortured him into confessing to double murder. Cummings endorsed reports in '07-'08 accusing cops of 'conspiracy of silence' over 'torture'
Judge nixes ex-Park District lawyer's defamation suit vs Lightfoot over infamous 'big d***' rant
The lawyer had accused former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot over smearing his professional reputation, leading to him resigning, over his handling of settlement talks related to ownership of the city's Columbus statue in 2021
Plaintiff Alleges Civil Rights Violations by City of Naperville Over False Theft Charges
Amara Harris has filed a lawsuit against the City of Naperville and two police officers alleging civil rights violations stemming from false theft charges in 2019. The suit seeks over $20 million in damages along with punitive measures to prevent future misconduct.
Plaintiff Alleges Universal Protection Services Violated Biometric Privacy Laws
Bianca Allen has filed a class action lawsuit against Universal Protection Services LLC alleging violations of Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The suit claims improper collection and storage of employee biometric data without adequate notice or consent.
Plaintiff Alleges City of Chicago Police Officers Falsified Evidence Leading to Malicious Prosecution
Jarvis Mathis has filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago and three police officers alleging malicious prosecution stemming from an incident involving unreliable ShotSpotter technology on New Year's Eve 2021. The suit claims false arrest based on fabricated evidence led to significant personal damages for Mathis.
Former Dispatcher Alleges Disability Discrimination Against CEVA Logistics
Cynthia Vences has filed a lawsuit against CEVA Logistics alleging disability discrimination under the ADA after being terminated due to PTSD-related limitations. The case includes claims of failure to accommodate and retaliation.
Supreme Court Rules Committee to Hold Public Hearing on July 17
The Illinois Supreme Court Rules Committee will hear comments on four proposals on July 17, 2024, at a public hearing beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, 222 N. LaSalle Street, 13th Floor, in Chicago.
Family Office Tax Webinar Series: Salt on the Wound: Navigating State and Local Taxation of Modern Trusts on June 6, 2024
Taxes can have a significant impact on family offices, influencing decisions around structure, investing and overall planning strategies.
Plaintiffs Accuse FR8 Solutions Inc., CEO Alen Kajdic of Fraudulent Underpayment Practices
A group of truck drivers has filed a class action lawsuit against FR8 Solutions Inc., alleging systematic underpayment through fraudulent practices orchestrated by CEO Alen Kajdic and accountant Azra Begovic. The plaintiffs seek compensation for lost wages and punitive damages under RICO statutes.
Plaintiff Alleges Great Lakes Infotronics Violated Biometric Privacy Laws
Robyn Mills has filed a class action lawsuit against Great Lakes Infotronics alleging violations of Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The suit claims unauthorized collection and storage of biometric data without proper consent.
Federal labor law doesn't block all state biometrics claims over fingerprint scans, judge says
A federal judge ruled federal labor law and union contracts don't necessarily apply to block lawsuits under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, if the lawsuits allege employees' privacy rights under that law were violated before they joined the union and their relationship with their employer became governed by a collective bargaining agreement
Plaintiff Daniel Sullivan Accuses Hostess Brands LLC of Employment Discrimination
Daniel Sullivan has filed a lawsuit against Hostess Brands LLC and its successor The J.M. Smucker Company alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Illinois Human Rights Act. He seeks reinstatement or front pay along with compensatory damages among other reliefs.
National Guard Member Alleges Discrimination by City Employer Over Military Leave
Donmarcus Woods has filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago claiming discrimination related to his military service obligations under USERRA and ISERRA laws. The case highlights alleged discrepancies in pay raises and seniority recognition due to military leaves taken by Woods during his tenure with the city's Department of Streets and Sanitation.
Jewish Student Sues Northwestern University Over Alleged Antisemitism on Campus
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Northwestern University by a Jewish student alleging pervasive antisemitism on campus following an attack in Israel by Hamas. The plaintiff seeks damages and institutional changes to address these issues.
Attorney General Raoul Calls for Doj Investigation Into Murder of Garrett Foster Following Texas Pardon
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 14 attorneys general, urged the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to open a civil rights investigation into the July 2020 murder of Garrett Foster, who was shot and killed by Daniel Perry in Austin, Texas when protesting racial injustice.
Locke Lord Partner Matt Furton Named Fellow of Litigation Counsel of America
Chicago Locke Lord Partner Matt Furton has been selected as a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA).
Seatbelts for Business: Best Practices to Protect Your Business When Things Don’t Go as Planned on June 4, 2024
Jeremy Glenn, Christopher Hennessy, and Brian Shaw will present “Seatbelts for Business: Best Practices to Protect Your Business When Things Don’t Go as Planned” with Neema Varghese, Managing Director at NV Consulting Services, for the Chicago Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel.
Quinn Emanuel Ranked by The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)
The 2024 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA has once again ranked 17 attorneys across 9 practice areas in 6 jurisdictions.
Ashlee Johnson Alleges Biometric Privacy Violations Against Synel Americas
Ashlee Johnson has filed a class action lawsuit against Synel Americas alleging violations of Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The suit claims that Synel unlawfully collected and stored employee biometric data without proper consent or disclosure.