NDIL Opinions

Smiley Auto Group LLC v. Village of Maywood - Eviction Dispute

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois issued an opinion and order in the case of Smiley Auto Group, LLC v. Village of Maywood. The court considered the plaintiff's second amended complaint regarding eviction and alleged due process violations, dismissing federal claims for failure to state a claim.

Kenneth Motley v. Illinois Dept. of Corrections - Employment Discrimination

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois denied the Illinois Department of Corrections' motion to dismiss a race discrimination lawsuit filed by former employee Kenneth Motley. The court also reinstated Mr. Motley's prior motion for appointment of counsel.

Marrero v. Acosta, Taylor, Westchester Police - False Arrest and Malicious Prosecution

This document is an opinion and order from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in the case of Nelson Marrero v. Emanuel Acosta et al. The plaintiff alleges false arrest, malicious prosecution, and conspiracy against law enforcement officers and the City of Westchester.

Waites v. Rosalind Franklin University - ERISA Removal

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois denied a motion to remand a case to state court. The court found that the plaintiff's claim was preempted by ERISA, allowing the case to remain in federal court. The decision addresses the scope of ERISA preemption in employee benefit disputes.

Mendoza, Mulero v. City of Chicago - Wrongful Conviction Case

This court document details a ruling on a motion for a protective order concerning the deposition of former Cook County State's Attorney Kimberly M. Foxx. The case involves plaintiffs alleging wrongful convictions due to actions by the City of Chicago and its officials. The court granted in part and denied in part the motion to limit the deposition scope.

Steve Podkulski v. Tom Dart, et al. - Civil Rights Case

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted in part and denied in part the defendants' motion for summary judgment in the civil rights case Steve Podkulski v. Tom Dart, et al. The court's decision addresses claims related to prisoner housing and medical care.

Clark v. Blue Diamond Growers - Class Certification Denial

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois denied a motion for class certification in Margo Clark v. Blue Diamond Growers. The plaintiff alleged deceptive marketing practices related to "Smokehouse® Almonds."

Dillard II v. City of Chicago - Civil Rights Lawsuit Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois issued a legal opinion in the case of Tyrone Dillard II v. City of Chicago, et al. The court granted the defendants' motion to dismiss the plaintiff's complaint alleging violations of Fourth Amendment rights.

Marianita M. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Benefits Appeal

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois denied Marianita M.'s motion for summary judgment and granted the Commissioner of Social Security's motion, affirming the denial of her application for disabled widow's benefits and supplemental security income. The court found the ALJ's decision to be supported by substantial evidence.

Papa v. Green and Community First Healthcare - Racial Harassment Claim

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted summary judgment for defendants in a racial harassment case. Plaintiff Manoj Papa alleged violations of 42 U.S.C. § 1981 against Edward J. Green and Community First Healthcare of Illinois, Inc. The court found insufficient evidence to proceed to trial.