News from April 2025
Religious Organizations Challenge Illinois Law Over Reproductive Health Decisions
Two religious organizations have filed a lawsuit challenging an Illinois law they claim violates their rights by forcing them to act against their beliefs on reproductive health issues like abortion and contraception.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Discriminated Based on Sex and Disability
Sergio Herculano has taken legal action against American Residential Services L.L.C., accusing them of sex and disability discrimination during his tenure at the company.
Plaintiff accuses security firm Allied Universal of age discrimination
Chad Stevens has filed a lawsuit against Allied Universal alleging age discrimination and retaliation after being terminated at age 53.
Plaintiff Alleges Software Company Negligence Led to Data Breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Cleo Communications after a data breach exposed sensitive student information from Chicago Public Schools.
Adriana Bosco Obtains Dismissals with Prejudice in Defamation Cases in Cook County, Illinois
Tressler attorney Adriana Bosco represented a Defendant who was sued in two separate cases for comments posted on a social media site.
Judge: Smith & Wesson can't shoot down lawsuits over 2022 Highland Park massacre
A Lake County judge has rejected attempts by firearms maker Smith & Wesson to dismiss 25 lawsuits seeking to use Illinois state law to secure a potential massive payout from the company for allegedly illegally marketing their weapons in ways to entice 'thrill-seeking young men' to carry out acts of mass violence
Plaintiff Alleges Major Automaker Breached Warranty Due to Defective Batteries
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Ford Motor Company and Camel Group (USA) Battery Inc., alleging defective batteries in certain vehicle models have led to safety issues and economic losses for consumers.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer RM Acquisition Violated Age Discrimination Laws
A former employee has launched a lawsuit against RM Acquisition alleging age discrimination and wrongful termination after enduring workplace harassment due to his age and perceived disability.
Plaintiff Alleges Infant Formula Manufacturer Caused Deadly Condition in Premature Infant
A mother has filed a lawsuit against Abbott Laboratories claiming that their cow's milk-based infant formula caused her premature baby to develop necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a life-threatening condition.
Quantum Dynamics accused of wage violations by former employee
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Quantum Dynamics alleging failure to pay minimum wages and overtime compensation as required by law.
Plaintiffs Accuse Damenzo's Pizza & Restaurant of Overtime Violations
A group of employees has filed a collective action lawsuit against Damenzo's Pizza & Restaurant in Chicago for allegedly failing to pay proper overtime wages in violation of federal and state labor laws.
Florida Third District Court of Appeal Holds Business Interruption Coverage Requires Physical Loss or Damage
In Fontainebleau Florida Hotel LLC v. Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Co., No. 3D23-1264 (Fla. 3d DCA Mar. 19, 2025), the Third District Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court’s dismissal of business interruption claims arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kettering Serves as Advisor for YMCA Youth & Government Delegation from the CAA
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorney Katherine M. Kettering served as an advisor this past weekend for the YMCA Youth & Government delegation from the Chicago Academy for the Arts (CAA) at the Youth & Government 104th assembly in Springfield, Illinois.
Illinois automated license plate reader camera scans aren't unconstitutional searches, judge says
A federal judge in Chicago tossed, for now, a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of Illinois' network of automated license plate readers, accusing the state of installing implementing an unconstitutional "dragnet surveillance" system. The judge said the Fourth Amendment doesn't prevent license plate reader scans.
Tech.co Covers Research on AI Judges From Posner, Saran
The law is harsh, but it is the law: so says the AI judge in a recent study from the University of Chicago Law School.
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination by Former Employer Monk Fruit Corp
Marissa Ovassapian has filed a lawsuit against Monk Fruit Corp., alleging gender-based pay discrimination and religious discrimination during her tenure as an Operations Manager at the company.
Plaintiff alleges racial discrimination by former employer City of Chicago
Chris Logan has taken legal action against his former employer, City of Chicago, citing racial discrimination and retaliation during his time at their Department of Aviation.
Plaintiff Alleges Electrical Construction Company Violated Overtime Laws
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Paragon Electric Corp., claiming violations under federal and state labor laws regarding unpaid overtime wages and misclassification as an independent contractor.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Flexport International LLC Engaged in Sexual Harassment
In a striking legal move, Shana Miller has filed a lawsuit against former employer Flexport International LLC alleging sexual harassment and retaliation under Title VII protections.
Tressler LLP Honored with Elizabeth Campbell Community Service Award by F.O.C.U.O.S.
F.O.C.U.O.S., a non-profit organization rooted in empowering at-risk youth and underserved individuals through mentorship, education and skill-building opportunities, will honor Tressler at its Annual Gala on Friday, May 2.