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Administrative Director Declares Illinois Associate Judge Appointed in the Twenty-Second Judicial Circuit
Marcia M. Meis, Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, announced that the Twenty-Second Judicial Circuit judges voted to select Michael P. Zasadil as an associate judge of the Twenty-Second Judicial Circuit.
The Next Battles: BIPA changes will spark new debates, but may not alter field for other rising class action causes
Lawyers who filled Illinois courts with thousands of class actions under the IL Biometric Information Privacy Act have also generated scads of big money claims under the state's Genetic Info Privacy Act. But while the claims are similar, BIPA reforms may not translate into reduced risk for IL businesses under GIPA
Administrative Director Declares Illinois Associate Judge Appointed in the Fifth Judicial Circuit
Marcia M. Meis, Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, announced today that the Fifth Judicial Circuit judges voted to select Nicolas J. Boileau as an associate judge of the Fifth Judicial Circuit.
Judge denies TRO sought by GOP candidates to block law that changed election rules to keep GOPers off ballot
The lawsuit, filed by four prospective Republican state House and Senate candidates, say Illinois Democrats violated the right to vote by rushing through a new state elections law that rewrites the candidate selection process in the middle of the 2024 election cycle to protect their incumbents from possible challengers
Nearly 750 Paraquat cases tossed after S. IL federal judge demands end to far fetched, implausible exposure claims
A year ago, U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel, chief judge of the Southern District of Illinois, ordered plaintiffs to dispense with questionable claims that weed killer paraquat caused plaintiffs' illness. Since then, 746 cases have been dismissed or withdrawn.
Illinois Supreme Court Appoints Christopher Pratt As at-large Judge in Eighth Judicial Circuit
Justice Lisa Holder White and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Christopher W. Pratt as an At-Large Circuit Judge in the Eighth Judicial Circuit, Adams County.
IL lawmakers OK bill to limit risk of financial ruin for businesses targeted by biometrics class actions
The Illinois House has passed legislation to reform the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act. The legislation would specify that the law's costly damages demands should be applied per person, not per fingerprint or other biometric scan. Biz groups say the reforms are welcome, but more are needed
Gilbert rejects St. Clair County's motion to reconsider its request to dismiss emergency dispatcher wage dispute
BENTON - Senior U.S. District Judge Phil Gilbert denied a motion to reconsider an order in favor of St. Clair County emergency dispatchers, comparing it to a magic trick.
Attorney General Raoul Defends Massachusetts’ Gun Laws
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 18 attorneys general, filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 1st Circuit on behalf of Massachusetts, defending its commonsense gun safety laws from a Second Amendment challenge.
Study finds lawyers concerned about AI
CHARLESTON — A recent study that looked at different careers found that lawyers are the most cautious regarding artificial intelligence technologies.
Attorney General Raoul Sues Alternative Retail Electric Supplier Vendor for Deceptive and Unfair Marketing Practices
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced his office filed a lawsuit against Southeast Energy Consultants LLC (SEC), alleging the third-party vendor working on behalf of several alternative retail electric suppliers (ARES) deceived customers into switching from their public utility companies to more expensive contracts with alternative energy suppliers.
Fifth District reverses pretrial release for man who fled police in stolen vehicle, drove towards on-coming traffic
The Fifth District Appellate Court reversed Madison County Associate Judge Emily Nielsen’s order rejecting pretrial detention under the SAFE-T Act for a man who fled police in a stolen vehicle, speeding towards on-coming traffic until he crashed head-on with another motorist.
Woman alleges Flynn Group d/b/a Taco Bell Restaurant discriminated against her due to pregnancy
In a recent lawsuit, a woman alleges that she was discriminated against during a job interview due to her pregnancy. The case brings into focus the issue of workplace discrimination and the rights of pregnant women.
Employees sue Salem Township Hospital for alleged wage violations
A woman named Melinda Liddle has taken legal action against Salem Township Hospital over alleged wage violations. The case involves claims of unpaid overtime and automatic deductions from shifts, violating federal and state laws.
Woman accuses Jackpot Inc., d/b/a McDonald's of disability discrimination and retaliation
Patricia Graves alleges that her employer, Jackpot Inc., doing business as McDonald's, discriminated against her based on her disability. She claims that after disclosing her condition and requesting reasonable accommodation, she faced harassment and retaliation.
Illinois Supreme Court to Swear-in 300 New Attorneys At Bar Admission Ceremonies Across the State
The bar admission ceremonies for the new attorneys who passed the February 2024 Bar Exam will be held on Wednesday, May 8, in all five judicial districts of Illinois.
St. Clair County voluntarily dismisses opioid suit against Express Scripts, OptumRx and United Health Care
EAST ST. LOUIS - St. Clair County voluntarily dismissed a claim that pharmacy benefit managers Express Scripts, Optum Rx and United Health Care addicted its population to opioids and should bear the extra costs incurred by the local government.
Woman alleges Wabash Area Development, Inc. violated her civil rights by wrongful termination
In a recent lawsuit, a woman claims that her former employer discriminated against her due to her disability and unlawfully terminated her. The case raises important questions about workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Big asbestos law firm accused of cheating its way to billions
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - Fraud drove asbestos lawsuits at the prominent plaintiffs firm Simmons Hanly Conroy, J-M Manufacturing Company is alleging in a new racketeering lawsuit.
Justice Lisa Holder White to Administer Oath To New Attorneys in Springfield
Justice Lisa Holder White of the Illinois Supreme Court will administer the attorney’s oath to nine new lawyers on Wednesday, May 8, in the Fourth Judicial District.