News from February 2025
Plaintiffs Allege Mismanagement by Illinois State Police Over Sex Offender Registry Errors
In a new legal battle, Illinois Voices for Reform and Joshua Hale accuse the Illinois State Police of failing to maintain accurate records on its Sex Offender Registry—a failure they argue violates constitutional rights under the Fourteenth...
Plaintiffs Accuse Online Fashion Retailer SHEIN of Deceptive Advertising Practices
A group of plaintiffs has filed a class-action lawsuit against online fashion giant SHEIN, alleging deceptive advertising practices through undisclosed influencer endorsements on social media platforms like Instagram.
Plaintiff Alleges Online Retailer Charlie Hustle Denies Equal Access Under ADA
A legally blind plaintiff has filed a class-action lawsuit against Charlie Hustle LLC in Illinois federal court over alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiff Accuses Retailer Dorothy Lane Market of Failing Digital Accessibility Standards
A visually impaired plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against Dorothy Lane Market alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to inaccessible digital platforms.
Plaintiff Alleges Skincare Company Violated Parental Leave Laws After Announcing Birth
Nathan Baker has taken legal action against Heyday Wellness LLC following what he claims was an unjust termination ahead of planned paternity leave.
Plaintiff accuses former employee of breaching confidentiality agreement
Savvas Learning Company LLC has initiated legal action against former employee Katherine Lauffer for allegedly breaching a confidentiality agreement by misappropriating sensitive company data before joining a competitor.
Plaintiff accuses gentlemen's club operator of wage violations
Ingrid Alatorre has filed a class-action lawsuit against AEG Ventures LLC alleging wage violations at The Atlantis Gentlemen’s Club in Ford Heights, Illinois.
Plaintiff alleges Infant Formula Manufacturers’ Products Caused Life-Threatening Condition in Premature Infant
A lawsuit has been filed against Abbott Laboratories and Mead Johnson & Company alleging their cow's milk-based infant formulas caused severe health issues in a premature baby.
Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Sues Online Retailer Over Website Accessibility Issues
A legally blind plaintiff has filed a class-action lawsuit against Heys America in the Northern District of Illinois over alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiffs Allege Major Insurance Corporation Illegally Harvested Data
A new class action lawsuit accuses a major insurance company of secretly collecting personal data from millions without consent through mobile apps.
Plaintiff alleges wrongful DUI arrest by Illinois State Police
Connor Crouse has filed a lawsuit against two Illinois State Police officers alleging wrongful arrest for DUI despite clear evidence proving his sobriety at the time of arrest.
Plaintiff alleges medical device company violated ADA & FMLA rights
Ashley Fairchild has taken legal action against Cardionet, LLC d/b/a Philips North America for alleged violations under the ADA and FMLA.
Plaintiff alleges misconduct by Lake County deputy leading to wrongful arrest
Sean M. Runions has filed a lawsuit against Deputy Christopher Sinceno and the Lake County Sheriff's Office following an alleged wrongful arrest in December 2023 in Antioch, Illinois.
Plaintiff Alleges Civil Rights Violations Against Local Officials Following Violent Altercation
A recent court filing accuses local officials and security personnel of retaliating against an individual during a township meeting in Illinois.
Plaintiff Alleges Department Store Employer Failed To Address Sexual Harassment
A former employee has accused a major department store chain of failing to address repeated sexual harassment incidents at one of its locations in Illinois.
Ancestry beats class action over use of 'yearbook' photos
Federal judge determined website didn't improperly use individual identities for commercial purposes
Plaintiff accuses Defendant company of Breach of Contract
Wells Fargo Bank has filed a lawsuit against Emery Air LLC for breaching several leasing agreements related to industrial equipment leases.
Plaintiff advocates allege Illinois Department of Corrections violated ADA by isolating disabled inmates
Equip for Equality has filed a lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Corrections alleging violations under federal disability rights laws by isolating disabled inmates in inadequate conditions at Stateville Correctional Center after its closure.
Benesch Bolsters IP Group with Addition of Partner Andrew Stover
Benesch is pleased to welcome Partner Andrew D. Stover to its fast-growing Intellectual Property Practice Group.
Plaintiff Alleges Roofing Giant Negligence in Data Breach
A class action lawsuit accuses Tecta America Corp., a leading roofing company, of negligence resulting in a major data breach exposing sensitive personal information of customers including Social Security numbers and financial details between...