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Plaintiffs accuse Consumer Goods Company Chattem Inc. of Misleading Marketing Practices
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Chattem Inc., alleging deceptive marketing practices regarding their ACT Kids mouthrinse product.
Illinois Resident Sues State Representative Over Alleged Free Speech Violations on Social Media
An Illinois resident has filed a lawsuit against state representative Tony McCombie over alleged First Amendment violations related to censorship on her official Facebook page used for government communication.
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Former Employers Big Bolt LLC and Tenex Capital Management
Joshua Horton has filed a lawsuit against his former employers Big Bolt LLC and Tenex Capital Management alleging racial discrimination led to his wrongful termination.
Plaintiffs Allege Misleading Marketing Practices Against Major Infant Formula Manufacturer
Three individuals have filed a class-action lawsuit against Abbott Laboratories alleging deceptive marketing practices related to its toddler drink products.
Radiology Technician Alleges Financial Company Engaged in Usurious Lending Practices
Kristen Cairo has filed a lawsuit against Bankers Healthcare Group for allegedly issuing high-interest loans disguised as business transactions to evade state regulations on interest rates.
IL Sup Court upholds changes to workers' comp law; Asbestos, other toxic exposure suits from decades past not barred
The court ruled changes enacted by Illinois Democrats at the urging of trial lawyers don't deprive companies of their constitutional due process rights by now allowing them to be sued over exposure to asbestos and other toxic substances from decades past, when they had previously been explicitly shielded
Eric Posner Discusses Presidential Authority on the Takeout Podcast
Donald Trump swept into office this week with a deluge of executive actions aimed at reshaping the federal government in his image.
15 HeplerBroom Attorneys Named 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
HeplerBroom is proud to announce that 13 of its attorneys have been named 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers, and 2 have been named 2025 Illinois Rising Stars by Super Lawyers Magazine.
2024 Trade Secrets & Non-Competes: Key Trends and Insights on January 28, 2025
oin Seyfarth partners Michael Wexler, Jesse Coleman, and Robyn Marsh for a concise analysis of 2024's most critical legal developments.
Webinar: From DEI to Merit-Based Mandates: Legal Insights and Strategies on the Recent Executive Orders on January 28, 2025
President Trump’s recent Executive Order, “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” promises significant impact on federal contractors, private employers, grant recipients, and educational institutions.
Congratulations to Amundsen Davis Attorneys Included on 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
We are proud to announce that 27 Amundsen Davis attorneys have been included on the 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers® and 2025 Illinois Rising StarsSM lists.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Healthcare Giant Under ADA
Theresa Clarke has filed a lawsuit against Advocate Aurora Health alleging discrimination under the ADA and retaliation under FMLA after experiencing workplace challenges following health-related issues and company restructuring changes led by new...
Medical Technologist Sues UChicago Ingalls Hospital Alleging Age and Disability Discrimination
Dana K. Moses has filed a lawsuit against UChicago Ingalls Hospital alleging age and disability discrimination during his tenure as a Medical Technologist at their facility in Harvey, Illinois.
Former Employee Alleges Senior Care Facility Violated ADA Rights
Keyata N. Chatman has filed a lawsuit against Carrington Care LLC alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Plaintiff accuses former employer GEA Farm Technologies of age discrimination
Jeffrey Snyder has filed a lawsuit against GEA Farm Technologies alleging age discrimination led to his wrongful termination after decades of service.
Plaintiff Accuses Former Employer Linderlake Corporation of Wage Violations
In a significant wage dispute case filed on January 17th in the Northern District of Illinois, Gus Alastanos accuses his former employer, Linderlake Corporation, of violating labor laws by failing to properly compensate him and others for overtime...
35 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Edition of Illinois Super Lawyers
35 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Chicago office are recognized in the 2025 edition of the Illinois Super Lawyers magazine.
BFKN Shortlisted for Illinois Litigation Firm of the Year
For the fourth consecutive year, BFKN is proud to announce that Benchmark Litigation — the definitive guide to the world's leading litigation law firms and lawyers — has once again shortlisted our firm for Illinois Litigation Firm of the Year.
Officials Can’t Be Forced to Adjudicate Claims Practices
The 1st District Appellate Court recently held that mandamus relief is not available to an insured to compel the Illinois Department of Insurance to investigate and prosecute a consumer complaint for engaging in an improper claims practice under 215 ILCS 5/154.5 & 154.6, even though the department is the only entity that can enforce these sections of the Illinois Insurance Code.
Plaintiff Alleges Discrimination Against City Employer Following Retaliation
Detective Maria A. Moore has taken legal action against her employer—the City of Chicago—and two individuals after facing alleged discrimination following her whistleblowing activities within the police department.