News from 2024
Grischow, judge who blocked Pritzker's school mask mandate, selected to serve on Springfield appeals court
The Illinois Supreme Court announced it would assign Sangamon County Judge Raylene Grischow to serve on the state's Fourth District Appellate Court. Grischow notably issued an order in 2022 declaring Gov. Pritzker had illegally issued 'emergency orders' requiring students wear masks in school
Plaintiff alleges BioLife Plasma engaged in race and disability discrimination
Latanya Brown has filed a lawsuit against BioLife Plasma LLC alleging race-based pay disparities and retaliation after reporting discriminatory practices. The complaint also includes claims under ADA related to her physical and mental impairments leading to reduced job responsibilities.
Plaintiff accuses major tire manufacturers of illegal price-fixing scheme
Angela McMiller has filed a class action lawsuit against several leading tire manufacturers alleging a conspiracy to fix prices on replacement tires sold in the U.S., resulting in inflated costs for consumers. Filed in Illinois federal court on May 30th, McMiller seeks injunctive relief under federal antitrust laws as well as damages under state statutes.
Former employee alleges Mech-Tronics violated ADA by failing to accommodate disability
Richard Hermosillo has filed a lawsuit against Mech-Tronics alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The suit claims failure to provide reasonable accommodations and retaliatory termination after Hermosillo asserted his rights under the ADA following surgery related to a disability.
Former employee alleges race discrimination against cannabis retailer
Thaddeus Kaszuba-Dias has filed a race discrimination lawsuit against Green Thumb Industries Inc., alleging wrongful termination based on racial bias. The suit details claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and seeks various forms of relief including lost wages and punitive damages.
Illinois Supreme Court Vacates Rental Assistance Orders Entered in Response to the Covid-19 Emergency
Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court announced it is vacating the COVID-era orders related to the Court-Based Rental Assistance Program.
Appeals court says CPS can close Urban Prep; Chicago school closing moratorium doesn't apply to charter schools
The state appeals panel said Cook County Judge Anna Loftus was wrong to block CPS from seizing control at Urban Prep by determining a state law blocking CPS from closing schools until a school board could be elected applied to charter schools, as well as traditional CPS-managed schools
Plaintiff alleges wrongful arrest by Chicago police officers
Kiyan Patrick has filed a civil rights lawsuit against several Chicago police officers and the City of Chicago alleging wrongful arrest among other charges stemming from an incident on May 29th last year. The suit claims multiple violations including false arrest and illegal search & seizure.
Plaintiff Alleges City Colleges of Chicago Failed to Accommodate Disabilities
Patricia Ramos has filed a lawsuit against City Colleges of Chicago alleging violations under the ADA for failing to accommodate her disabilities and retaliating against her requests. Filed on May 30th in Illinois federal court by attorney Frank Avila from Avila Law Firm.
High School Student Sues Chicago Police Officers Over Alleged False Arrest
Esteban Navarro has filed a lawsuit against several Chicago police officers alleging unlawful search and false arrest following an incident in July 2023. The case highlights claims of excessive force and seeks both compensatory and punitive damages.
Parents Allege ALDI's Baby Food Contains Dangerous Levels of Toxic Metals
Plaintiffs have filed a class action lawsuit against ALDI alleging that its Little Journey baby food contains harmful levels of toxic metals like arsenic and lead. They seek damages for financial losses and an injunction against further sales of these products.
Plaintiff Alleges Race-Based Discrimination Against Staffing Agency and Employer
Olegario Banuelos has filed a lawsuit against Action Management Group LLC and Eastek International Corporation alleging race-based discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The complaint includes detailed accounts of discriminatory remarks from a warehouse manager and claims wrongful termination after reporting these incidents.
Jacob Goldin Awarded 2024 Donald M. Ephraim Prize in Law and Economics
The second annual Donald M. Ephraim Prize in Law and Economics has been awarded to Jacob Goldin, Richard M. Lipton Professor of Tax Law at the University of Chicago Law School.
Judge: Democrats can't change 2024 election rules now to block Republicans from fall ballot
A judge in Springfield has permanently blocked the state from enforcing a new law backed by Dems which the judge said unconstitutionally rewrote candidate selection rules and would keep Republican state legislative candidates from the 2024 ballot
Former employee alleges gender discrimination against Mark Anthony Brewing
Erin Pydlek has filed a lawsuit against Mark Anthony Brewing alleging gender discrimination and retaliation after being replaced by a man following complaints about pay inequity. The case highlights significant contributions made by Pydlek during her tenure at Mark Anthony Brewing while detailing alleged sexist treatment from company leadership.
Former employee alleges disability and pregnancy discrimination against Oak Street Health
Jazmin Jones has filed a lawsuit against Oak Street Health MSO alleging multiple violations including ADA and FMLA infractions along with sex-based discrimination under Title VII. The case details numerous instances where Jones faced discrimination due to her disability and pregnancy leading up to wrongful termination.
US Extreme Wellness accuses partner company Sonoran Homewatch of breach of partnership agreement
US Extreme Wellness LLC has filed a lawsuit against its partner company Sonoran Homewatch LLC for breaching their partnership agreement related to managing a Walmart e-commerce store. The complaint details unauthorized chargebacks exceeding $58,300 and failure to distribute profits as agreed upon in their contract among other grievances.
Plaintiff alleges usurious loans against internet lender
Benjamin Steffen has filed a class action lawsuit against Green Arrow Solutions and its affiliates for allegedly issuing illegal high-interest loans to Illinois residents via the internet. The complaint seeks declaratory judgment to void these loans and various forms of monetary relief.
Shareholder sues Healthcare Tech Company over alleged revenue misstatements
Juliet Wells has filed a lawsuit against healthcare technology firm Veradigm Inc., accusing it of financial misconduct involving revenue misstatements amounting to $40 million over two years. The case highlights significant internal control failures within the company leading to multiple Nasdaq non-compliance notices.
Attorney General Raoul Charges Kane County Man With Drug Induced Homicide in Fentanyl-related Deaths
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced his office charged a Kane County man with the drug-induced homicides of two individuals who died late last year after taking cocaine laced with fentanyl.