News from 2024
Plaintiff alleges systemic corruption in City of Chicago police leading to wrongful conviction
A new lawsuit accuses several members of the Chicago Police Department of egregious misconduct resulting in wrongful convictions tied to former Sergeant Ronald Watts' criminal enterprise at Ida B. Wells Homes during the early 2000s. Plaintiff London Weekly seeks compensatory and punitive damages after having his conviction vacated following revelations about widespread corruption within the department.
Former employee alleges Humboldt Park Health engaged in racial discrimination
A former patient care technician has filed a lawsuit against Humboldt Park Health alleging severe racial discrimination and harassment during her tenure. The plaintiff seeks compensatory damages along with other forms of relief after enduring derogatory slurs and retaliatory actions following her complaints about workplace misconduct.
Former high-ranking employee sues local municipality for wrongful termination
Anthony Finch has filed a lawsuit against the Village of Sauk Village and its mayor Derrick Burgess alleging wrongful termination, defamation, and a hostile work environment among other claims. The case highlights procedural irregularities surrounding his dismissal after efforts to ensure financial accountability within the village.
Insurance broker SelectQuote accused of unsolicited telemarketing calls
Ronald Lightfoot has filed a class-action lawsuit against SelectQuote Inc., alleging that the company made millions of unauthorized pre-recorded telemarketing calls in violation of federal law. The complaint seeks an injunction against further unlawful activities and statutory damages for affected consumers nationwide.
Former Amazon warehouse associate alleges pregnancy discrimination
A former Amazon warehouse associate has filed a lawsuit alleging pregnancy discrimination and retaliation after being terminated following requests for reasonable accommodations related to her pregnancy. The case underscores ongoing concerns about workplace treatment of pregnant employees at large corporations like Amazon.
When to Sponsor the Permanent Resident Process for Workers in Nonimmigrant Status on June 14, 2024
Scott Bettridge will present “When to Sponsor the Permanent Resident Process for Workers in Nonimmigrant Status” at the 2024 American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Annual Conference on Immigration Law.
Ex-Chicago cop sues Kim Foxx, Park Ridge Police for wrongly prosecuting him for detaining suspect who had his kid's bike
Former Chicago Police Sgt. Michael Vitellaro says Park Ridge cops and Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx wrongly prosecuted him after he acted within his lawful authority, capitulating to a public pressure campaign from activists who demanded his arrest for detaining a "young man" who had his son's stolen bike
IL to get $29M from $700M J&J talc settlement deal with states
The settlement will end legal actions launched by 43 states accusing Johnson & Johnson of allegedly misleading consumers about the safety of its talc baby powder and body powder products. The company has denied its products cause cancer, as other plaintiffs have claimed in thousands of other lawsuits
Former student alleges Fenton Community High School District enabled teacher's sexual abuse over decade
A former student has filed a lawsuit against Fenton Community High School District for allegedly allowing a teacher to sexually abuse students over more than ten years. The complaint details extensive allegations against both the teacher involved and the school district's failure to act despite numerous warnings.
Chicago Police accused of racial profiling during traffic stop
A new lawsuit filed in federal court accuses Chicago police officers of racial profiling during a traffic stop that led to an unlawful search and arrest of an African American man named Corris A. Whitfield on May 9, 2023.
Nursing home accuses estate over unpaid fees amid Medicaid dispute
The Council for Jewish Elderly is embroiled in a legal dispute with Julia Kurtz over unpaid nursing home fees related to her late husband’s care despite Medicaid approval claims. The Illinois Appellate Court has reversed an earlier ruling favoring the healthcare facility highlighting unresolved factual disputes requiring further proceedings.
Cook County Judge Flanagan to face investigation over handcuffing of attorney at May hearing
Cook County's courts leadership has asked the state's Judicial Inquiry Board to examine potential disciplinary action against Cook County Circuit Judge Kathy Flanagan for her conduct amid a dispute with a lawyer in her courtroom which resulted in the lawyer being handcuffed to a chair. Flanagan denied wrongdoing
Troutman Pepper Announces Top National Rankings in Chambers USA 2024
Troutman Pepper, a national law firm with more than 1,100 attorneys in 20+ U.S. cities, achieved 64 national and statewide practice area rankings in the latest edition of Chambers USA released.
Cook County court data reporting delayed, months behind other state circuit court systems
Court officials provided no reasons were provided for the delay in reporting 2023 data from the famously backlogged court system. The Cook County Circuit Clerk's office said 2023 statistics will be published when court officials can "ensure data is accurate and complies with record keeping standards.
Chambers USA Recognizes 139 Morgan Lewis Practices, 297 Lawyers in 2024 Edition
Morgan Lewis practices and lawyers have earned high rankings from Chambers and Partners in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA.
Disabled Instructor Sues Roosevelt University Over Discrimination Claims
Diane Field has filed a lawsuit against Roosevelt University alleging discrimination due to her disabilities. Filed on May 29th in federal court, the suit details numerous instances where necessary accommodations were denied affecting both her employment as an adjunct math instructor and as a student at the university.
Plaintiffs Accuse TriState Capital Bank of Financial Exploitation and Fraud
John and Peggy Thodos have filed a lawsuit against TriState Capital Bank alleging financial exploitation of the elderly among other charges after discovering over $10 million missing from their trust fund managed by advisor Richard Ceffalio.
Plaintiff Alleges Amazon.com Services LLC of Discrimination Based on Gender Identity
Ariana Ramp has filed a lawsuit against Amazon.com Services LLC alleging sexual harassment and discrimination based on sex and gender identity under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The complaint details instances of misgendering by a supervisor and retaliatory actions leading up to her termination.
Plaintiff accuses Procter & Gamble Company of deceptive marketing practices
Christy Borovoy has filed a class action lawsuit against The Procter & Gamble Company alleging deceptive marketing practices regarding its Tampax brand tampons' purity and environmental claims. The case was filed on May 28, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
IL Supreme Court says ambiguous language in insurance policies doesn't necessarily 'stack' liability limits in multi-vehicle accidents
Unanimous ruling affirms appeals court's stance to deny a bus driver's quest for $7M payout stemming from a multi-vehicle crash on I-74 in McLean County in 2018.