News from 2025
LIVE WEB - Estate Planning Considerations for International Immigration Law on May 20, 2025
There are many factors to consider when estate planning involves an international or immigration client, including their status, location of their assets, and cross-border tax implications, to name a few.
Greenberg Traurig's Chicago Office Completes its Move to Fulton Market
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has completed the relocation of its Chicago office to the vibrant Fulton Market District.
Stephen Pate Elected President of the American College of Coverage Counsel
Stephen P. Pate has been named President of the American College of Coverage Counsel (ACCC) at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.
Legal History, Women’s Voices, and the Politics of Abortion: Kate Masur Delivers 2025 Fulton Lecture
Kate Masur, the John D. MacArthur Chair and Professor of History at Northwestern University, delivered the 2025 Fulton Lecture in Legal History on April 28, focusing on the legal and cultural history of abortion in 19th century America.
Plaintiff alleges Neighbor in Property Dispute
A heated property dispute unfolds as Jerrilyn M. Hoffmann sues neighbor Jed Richard over alleged unlawful attempts to seize part of her land in Winnetka, Illinois.
Plaintiff alleges assault and battery against restaurant owner over tipping dispute
A legal battle unfolds as Vladimir Esteen accuses Kenny Chou and WNK Inc., owners of Table To Stix Ramen in Evanston, Illinois, of assaulting him over a tipping disagreement on April 19th.
Plaintiff alleges deceptive billing practices by legal support company
Ari Greenspan has filed a class action lawsuit against U.S. Legal Support Inc., accusing them of fraudulent billing practices involving unauthorized charges on court reporting invoices.
Plaintiff Accuses Attorney Of Negligence And Deceit In Mishandling Personal Injury Case
Kathie Jo Nespeca has filed a lawsuit against attorney Thomas Kantas alleging negligence and deceit in handling her personal injury case following a slip-and-fall incident at a Speedway gas station in Illinois back in November 2018.
Elderly Resident Alleges Financial Exploitation by Close Acquaintance
A senior resident has filed a lawsuit against an acquaintance for allegedly exploiting her financially through unauthorized withdrawals totaling over $24,000.
Plaintiff accuses mortgage lender of coercion and deceptive practices
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Guaranteed Rate Inc., claiming coercion into an employment contract through economic duress and deceptive practices.
Plaintiff Accuses Major Automotive Companies of Fatal Design Flaws After Husband's Death
In a lawsuit filed on May 7th in Cook County Circuit Court, Daphne Golladay alleges that General Motors Company (GM) and Autolive Corporation are responsible for her husband's death due to faulty airbag systems in their vehicles.
Golf Professional Sues U.S. Navy Over Unpaid Wages and Retaliation
A golf professional has taken legal action against the U.S. Department of the Navy alleging unpaid wages and retaliatory termination following complaints about compensation discrepancies at Great Lakes Naval Air Station.
Resident Alleges Discrimination Against Local Police Department Over Disability
A resident has filed a lawsuit against local law enforcement entities alleging systemic discrimination due to his bipolar disorder.
CTU can't quickly pull plug on lawsuit demanding release of years of missing audited financials
A Cook County judge cleared the way for a group of Chicago Teachers Union members to continue their legal action against the politically powerful union for refusing repeated demands to produce audited annual financial reports, missing since 2020, allegedly in violation of rules under the CTU's constitution
Mother Sues Healthcare Providers Over Daughter’s COVID-19 Related Death
Darica Hollins has filed a lawsuit against Sinai Health System Holy Cross Hospital and others for alleged negligence leading to her daughter Zmaya Bell's death amid COVID-19 complications in March 2021.
Plaintiff Accuses Major Insurer and Vehicle Processor of Fraudulent Misconduct Following Collision
A legal showdown has erupted as Travis L. Allison sues State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., CoPart Inc., and several attorneys over alleged fraudulent misconduct following a car accident on July 11, 2022.
Loyola welcomes Pope Leo XIV with prayer, hope, and Chicago pride
Catholics around the world watched with anticipation Thursday as white smoke rose above the Vatican, signaling the election of a new pope. In a historic moment for the Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost emerged as Pope Leo XIV, the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church and the first-ever U.S.-born pontiff.
SogoTrade Data Breach Investigation
Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP (“Wolf Haldenstein”), a preeminent national consumer rights law is investigating claims on behalf of people who have been impacted by the SogoTrade, Inc. data breach (“Sogo Trade”).
Former Deputy Superintendent Alleges School District Misconduct Led to Wrongful Termination
Dr. Sonya Whitaker has filed a lawsuit against Dolton West School District 148 Board of Education and its superintendent for alleged wrongful termination following her whistleblowing activities regarding financial mismanagement within the district.
Bar Accuses Patron of Negligence After Gun Discharge Incident
A Chicago bar has filed a lawsuit against an individual after an accidental gun discharge injured a patron and resulted in significant legal challenges for the establishment.