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Chocolate Business Owner Sues Former Employees Over Trademark Infringement

By Cook County Record |
Robert B. Hunter has taken legal action against former employees Tabitha Diebler and Charla Ryan along with their associated businesses for allegedly infringing on his Riverside Chocolate Factory® trademark.

Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Real Estate Firm

By Cook County Record |
Pedro Gallegos has filed a lawsuit against A2Z Real Estate Inc., accusing them of national origin and race-based discrimination during his employment tenure as a Maintenance Foreman since 1982 until November 2024.

Former inmate alleges Chicago Police Officers framed him for murder

By Cook County Record |
In a shocking turn of events David Ayala who spent over four decades behind bars is now seeking justice against those he claims framed him for murder back in 1981.

Osaic Wealth accuses trustees and investors of improper FINRA arbitration over unsuitable investments

By Cook County Record |
In a recent court filing, Osaic Wealth seeks to block several individuals from pursuing claims against it through FINRA arbitration over alleged unsuitable investment recommendations made by former contractors.

Former Employee Alleges Gender Discrimination Against Major Pharmacy Chain

By Cook County Record |
Sarah Smith has filed a lawsuit against CVS Pharmacy Inc., alleging gender discrimination and retaliation leading to wrongful termination under Title VII violations.

Plaintiff alleges Chicago restaurant failed to pay overtime wages

By Cook County Record |
Silviano Factor has filed a lawsuit against TJ United Grill in Chicago for allegedly failing to pay him and other employees proper overtime wages as required by law.

Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Manufacturing Firm

By Cook County Record |
Leonardo Guerrido has filed a lawsuit against A. Stucki Company alleging sexual harassment by a supervisor during his tenure at Salco Products Inc., leading to wrongful termination after reporting misconduct.

Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Depotrek Logistics Violated Civil Rights Through Discrimination and Harassment

By Cook County Record |
A former lead mechanic has filed a lawsuit against Depotrek Logistics alleging sex-based discrimination and harassment under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Former Employee Alleges Retaliation Against Former Employer BestRx Pharmacy Software

By Cook County Record |
LaCortney Kimber has filed a lawsuit against BestRx Pharmacy Software claiming wrongful termination after reporting workplace harassment by a supervisor.

Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Property Management Firm Under ADA

By Cook County Record |
Ashley Rivera has taken legal action against Apartment Management Consultants for alleged violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Plaintiff seeks accountability from former detectives over wrongful conviction

By Cook County Record |
After spending decades behind bars for a crime he claims he didn't commit, Brian Beals is suing former detectives and the City of Chicago over alleged misconduct leading to his wrongful conviction in a high-profile murder case from 1988.

Plaintiff alleges lighting manufacturer’s negligence over hazardous product recall

By Cook County Record |
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Good Earth Lighting for failing to adequately address a recall involving dangerous rechargeable lights prone to overheating and causing fires.

JK North America alleges breach of contract by logistics provider Traffic Tech

By Cook County Record |
JK North America has filed a lawsuit against logistics provider Traffic Tech over alleged breaches of a warehousing agreement involving $4 million worth of goods stored in New Jersey.

Former Employee Alleges Age Discrimination Against Retail Company

By Cook County Record |
Paul Dowling has filed a lawsuit against his former employer Fairplay Inc., alleging age discrimination under federal law after losing his job at age 61.

Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Restaurant Chain

By Cook County Record |
Ciara Komeh has filed a lawsuit against Ashkar 15 Inc., operating as Fontano's Subs & Pizzeria, alleging racial discrimination and harassment during her employment period in late 2024.

Chicago Resident Alleges Civil Rights Violations by Police Officers During Traffic Stop

By Cook County Record |
Daiquan R. Bennett has filed a lawsuit against two police officers and the City of Chicago over alleged civil rights violations during a traffic stop in December 2022 that led to wrongful charges later dismissed in court.

Plaintiffs accuse Genetic Testing Company FamilyTreeDNA of Unlawful Data Sharing

By Cook County Record |
A class action lawsuit has been filed against FamilyTreeDNA for allegedly sharing customers' sensitive genetic data with third-party advertisers without consent.

Plaintiffs Allege Major Cosmetics Companies' Products Cause Hair Loss

By Cook County Record |
Three women have filed a class action lawsuit against Mielle Organics LLC and The Procter & Gamble Company over claims that their hair care products cause hair loss and other injuries.

Plaintiff Alleges City Officials' Misconduct Led to Wrongful Conviction

By Cook County Record |
A man wrongfully convicted for his grandmother's murder has filed a lawsuit against city officials and police officers after spending over three decades in prison.

Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Datascan Field Services LLC

By Cook County Record |
Anthony “Toni” Fowler has filed a lawsuit against Datascan Field Services LLC alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.