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Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Kenwood Liquors

By Cook County Record |
Jorge I. Esparza has filed a lawsuit against Kenwood Liquors alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during his employment as a security guard since June 2007 until his termination in July 2024.

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Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against Cook County Sheriff's Office

By Cook County Record |
Gloria L. Brown has filed a lawsuit against Cook County and Sheriff Thomas J. Dart alleging racial discrimination and retaliatory termination in violation of civil rights laws including Title VII and Section 1981 among others.

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Plaintiff alleges Former Acting Police Chief Accused of Battery

By Cook County Record |
In a startling legal move, James Snow has filed a lawsuit against former acting police chief Carl Scott and others associated with the Village of Robbins Police Department.

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Plaintiffs Accuse Former Employer Diversify LLC of Breaching Employment Contracts

By Cook County Record |
Four former employees have filed a lawsuit against Diversify LLC and its associated entities for breach of contract and violation of federal labor laws.

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Plaintiffs accuse genetic testing company MyHeritage of violating privacy laws

By Cook County Record |
A group of plaintiffs has filed a class action lawsuit against MyHeritage (USA), Inc., alleging unauthorized sharing of sensitive genetic information with third parties like Google.

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Plaintiff Alleges Violation of Civil Rights by U.S Marshal Service During Wrongful Raid

By Cook County Record |
Tristian Coleman has filed a lawsuit against the U.S Marshal Service claiming they violated his family's civil rights during an unlawful raid on their apartment in Illinois last year.

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Parking Management Company Accused by Former Employee of Overtime Violations

By Cook County Record |
A former valet manager has filed a collective and class action lawsuit against SP Plus Corporation alleging violations of overtime payment laws under FLSA and PMWA.

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Plaintiffs Accuse Law Enforcement Agencies of Unlawful Asset Seizure

By Cook County Record |
In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Illinois, Jeffrey T. Regnier and Greta Keranen have accused law enforcement officials of illegally seizing assets worth millions under false pretenses.

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Healthcare Provider Accused of Racial Discrimination by Former Director

By Cook County Record |
Rhonda Ferguson has filed a lawsuit against her former employer, Humboldt Park Health, alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during her tenure as Director for Supply Chain.

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Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Telecommunications Company

By Cook County Record |
Mitchell Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against RCN Telecom Services alleging racial discrimination and retaliation following his return from paternity leave.

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Plaintiff Alleges Hair Product Manufacturer Caused Cancer Through Negligence

By Cook County Record |
Dorothy Ayers has filed a lawsuit against Strength of Nature LLC and Godrej SON Holdings Inc., claiming their hair relaxer products caused her uterine cancer due to negligence and inadequate warnings about health risks.

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Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Interior Design Firm

By Cook County Record |
A former interior designer has filed a lawsuit against Oetee LLC alleging racial discrimination and sexual harassment during her employment from August 2022 until August 2024.

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Plaintiffs accuse vocational school of fraudulent misrepresentation over cosmetic laser technician certifications

By Cook County Record |
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against National Laser Institute alleging fraudulent practices related to unrecognized cosmetic laser technician certifications.

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Employee Alleges Cannabis Retailer Violated Disability Accommodations Under ADA

By Cook County Record |
Alexandra Fox has filed a lawsuit against VZL Staffing Services and Zen Leaf Aurora alleging discrimination based on disability and sex.

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Preschool Teacher Alleges Discrimination Against Educational Services Company Under ADA

By Cook County Record |
A former preschool teacher has filed a lawsuit against STEM Studio LLC alleging discrimination due to disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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Sergeant Alleges Cook County Sheriff's Office Engaged in Retaliation Following Whistleblower Reports

By Cook County Record |
A sergeant at the Cook County Sheriff's Office has filed a lawsuit alleging retaliation after uncovering misconduct involving misuse of funds and political manipulation within the department.

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Visually Impaired Plaintiff Sues Online Retailer Over ADA Violations

By Cook County Record |
Holger Fiallo has filed a lawsuit against Western Ranch Supply Co., alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to inaccessible digital properties for visually impaired users like himself.

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Former Employee Alleges Golden State Foods Corp. Engaged in Sex-Based Harassment

By Cook County Record |
A former truck driver has filed a lawsuit against Golden State Foods Corp., claiming sex-based harassment and retaliation during her employment.