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Judge: Attorney tried to ‘harass’ pro-Palestinian protesters with suit
A man’s lawsuit against pro-Palestinian protesters in Chicago who blocked traffic was designed to harass the defendants rather than to seek redress for himself and other drivers trapped in their cars, a federal judge held.
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Noncompliance with affidavits rule derails medmal suit
A man’s noncompliance with affidavit requirements ended his medical malpractice suit against his physical therapist for injuries he sustained from a malfunctioning lumbar mechanical traction table.
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Judge sides with environmentalists in fishing dispute
Commercial fishing that recently resumed in a vast protected area of the Pacific Ocean must halt once again, after a judge in Hawaii sided last week with environmentalists challenging a Trump administration rollback of federal ocean protections.
By Jennifer Sinco Kelleher and Audrey McAvoy
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ARDC board recommends suspension for former ASA
A former Cook County assistant state’s attorney who attempted to settle a case without authorization should be suspended for one year, according to the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission hearing board.