Quantcast

Federal Court News on Cook County Record

COOK COUNTY RECORD

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Federal Court News

Latest News


Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

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).

Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

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.

Federal Court

Visually-Impaired Plaintiff Alleges Pharmaceutical Company Website Violates ADA

By Cook County Record |
A legally blind woman has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Reddy's Laboratories over its inaccessible website, claiming it violates her rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Federal Court

Plaintiff Alleges Major Railway Company Engaged in Discrimination Based on Race, Gender

By Cook County Record |
Rhonda J. Thompson has filed a lawsuit against Illinois Central Railroad Company alleging discrimination based on race, color, gender, and age.

Federal Court

Former Employee Alleges Unified Women's Healthcare Violated Disability Rights

By Cook County Record |
Rebecca Lopez has filed a lawsuit against Unified Women's Healthcare alleging violations under the ADA and FMLA after being terminated due to disability-related issues.

Federal Court

Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against VVN Dental

By Cook County Record |
Grace Watson has filed a lawsuit against her former employer VVN Dental for alleged racial discrimination and retaliation during her employment as a dental assistant.

Federal Court

Visually Impaired Plaintiff Alleges Office Furniture Retailer Fails ADA Compliance

By Cook County Record |
Chris Jackson has taken legal action against Rework LLC for allegedly violating ADA requirements by not making their digital platforms accessible to visually impaired users.

Federal Court

Former Employee Alleges Aurora Packing Company Engaged in Discriminatory Practices Leading to Unlawful Termination

By Cook County Record |
Linda Chavez has filed a lawsuit against Aurora Packing Company alleging race-based discrimination and harassment during her employment.

Federal Court

Plaintiff alleges former employer Start Early of Race-Based Discrimination

By Cook County Record |
Mo Anderson has filed a lawsuit against their former employer Start Early alleging race-based discrimination and harassment due to their gender identity during their employment period in 2024.

Federal Court

Maywood Police Officers Accused of Civil Rights Violations in Illegal Search Case

By Cook County Record |
Dominique Stallings has filed a lawsuit against several Maywood police officers alleging illegal search and seizure along with sexual assault during an incident outside her home.

Federal Court

Caregiver Class Action: Goodhope Healthcare Accused of Wage Violations

By Cook County Record |
Luisa Morales has filed a class action lawsuit against Goodhope Healthcare alleging failure to pay overtime wages as required by law.

Federal Court

Restaurant Worker Alleges Discrimination Against Former Employer Peaches & Pears

By Cook County Record |
America Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against Peaches & Pears Restaurant alleging discrimination based on her Mexican heritage and Hispanic race under multiple federal statutes including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.