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Report Finds Fundamental Changes Needed to Scale Electric Vehicles in US
Outdated and insufficient infrastructure, alongside environmental regulatory programs, risk undermining the continued expansion of electric vehicles and EV battery manufacturing in the U.S., according to a new industry report.
IL lawmakers advance law to limit 'annihilative' payouts faced by business under biometrics law
The Illinois State Senate approved SB2979, which would explicitly limit the amount of money trial lawyers and plaintiffs can demand businesses pay under the Biometric Information Privacy Act. The law has spawned thousands of lawsuits generating hundreds of millions of dollars in legal fees
Attorney General Raoul Charges Owner of Suburban Cook County Fencing Company With Home Repair Fraud, Theft
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced his office is charging the owner and president of an Evergreen Park, Illinois fencing company for allegedly scamming Cook County residents out of more than $20,000 for work he never completed.
Progressive Universal Insurance sues Tori Lonsdale, Cara Lonsdale, Pamela Green, and Chemical Concepts for lack of insurance coverage
Progressive Universal Insurance Co. has filed an appeal against the interlocutory order granted to defendant Pamela Green, Tori Lonsdale, Cara Lonsdale, and Chemical Concepts Inc., by the Circuit Court of Madison County, Illinois (Case No. 23-MR-167) on November 3, 2023.
Juan Reyes sues Randy Brinegar for denial of motion for subpoenas and reconsideration
Juan Reyes has filed an appeal against Randy Brinegar in the Appellate Court of Illinois, Fifth District.
KCIC: Madison, St. Clair Counties were top asbestos jurisdiction in 2023; Cook County saw greatest increase
Madison and St. Clair Counties again saw the most asbestos case filings for 2023 nationwide, and Cook County saw the highest increase in filings according to a report by KCIC, a Washington D.C.-based technology and management consulting company.
Norfolk Southern settles Ohio train derailment case for $600 million, pursues third party complaint
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Following a $600 million settlement, Norfolk Southern switched positions from defendant in an explosion suit to plaintiff seeking contribution from three sources.
Objection: Dental patient allegedly 'judge shopped' after dismissing claim on eve of trial, refiling and seeking new judge
An Alton dentist and dental practice argue that Illinois Supreme Court precedent prohibits a former patient from “judge shopping” by voluntarily dismissing her complaint prior to trial, refiling it and then seeking a new judge.
Video game makers oppose MDL for suits alleging exploitation of minors
EAST ST. LOUIS - National consolidation of six video game addiction suits in three states makes no sense and probably won’t happen, argued defendants in the only suit at Southern Illinois District Court.
Attorney General Raoul’s Office Collects More Than $1 Billion in State Revenue in 2023
Attorney General Kwame Raoul presented the proposed budget for the Attorney General’s office for the next fiscal year to lawmakers in Springfield.
Apple users seek class certification in suit alleging Photos App violates BIPA
Apple product users are asking U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel to certify a class action against the tech giant on allegations that it collected and stored their biometric identifiers through the PhotosApp.
Dugan dismisses suit against AriZona Beverages over 'Lite' labeling; Plaintiff knew of nutrition facts but continued to purchase
U.S. District Judge David Dugan dismissed another deceptive labeling lawsuit filed by New York attorney Spencer Sheehan against AriZona Beverages, finding the consumer knew of the tea’s nutritional facts despite its “Lite” labeling but still chose to continue purchasing the beverage.
Coalition seeks to let IL voters deliver message on parents' rights in November
Thousands of volunteers aligned with conservative social policy groups across Illinois are seeking signatures to place an advisory referendum on the fall ballot asking voters if they believe Illinois law should require parents' consent before children receive non-emergency medical care or therapy
Ron & Mark Ward sues Bank of Herrin for breach of contract and seeking injunctive relief
In the case of Ron & Mark Ward, LLC; RLW & MLW, LLC; Ward Chrysler Center, Inc.; Ronald L. Ward; and Mark L. Ward (Plaintiffs) vs Bank of Herrin (Defendant), filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, Fifth District under case ID 21-MR-107 on March 20, 2024, the plaintiffs sought a preliminary injunction against the defendant's default remedies on certain loan documents.
Jamal Shehadeh sues The City of Taylorville for violation of the Freedom of Information Act
In the case of Jamal Shehadeh vs The City of Taylorville, filed in the Appellate Court of Illinois, Fifth District under the court case ID 5-22-0829, a decision was delivered on March 22, 2024.
Becker Named to 2024 Billboard Magazine's Top Music Lawyers List
Billboard Magazine named Jeffrey S. Becker, Partner, and Chair of Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's Entertainment and Media Law Practice Group, to its 2024 Top Music Lawyers list.
Illinois Chamber of Commerce: Chamber Day 2024 – Death by "820" Cuts on April 10, 2024
Peter Steinmeyer, Member of the Firm, presents "Death by '820' Cuts" at Chamber Day 2024, hosted by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
Gun advocates seek summary judgment in constitutional challenge to state's "Carry Ban" for gun owners under age 21
Gun advocates and their members under the age of 21 are asking the court to grant summary judgment in their constitutional challenge against Illinois’ “Carry Ban” for gun owners between the ages of 18 and 20.
Rep. Schmidt donates legislative pay raise he opposed to food pantries; 'I put my money where my mouth is'
Illinois State Rep. Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) is donating the legislative pay raise he voted against to community food pantries within his district each month.
Welcome to Our Newest Senior Counsel
We are excited to announce Julie A. Simaytis has joined the firm’s Labor & Employment and Education Law Groups.