Case law

Glass v. Crimmins Transfer Co.

299 F. Supp. 2d 878 · District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jan 13, 2004

Like ERISA claims, Carmack claims arise under a federal statute clearly demonstrating Congressional intent to avoid conflicts with the varying state laws that might otherwise apply in individual situations. … These facts establish adequate continuity of operations for purpose of imposing successor liability.

Kraft

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Oct 23, 2025

Therefore, Count I is dismissed as it is barred by the doctrine of intra-corporate immunity. 2. … Gonzales, 545 U.S. 748, 756 (2005) (“To have a property interest in a benefit, a person clearly must have more than an abstract need or desire and more than a unilateral expectation of it.”)

Dalton

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Apr 10, 2026

Plaintiff clearly alleges wrongdoing by Dr. Baker. … The clerk is directed to enter the standard qualified protective order pursuant to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Graham v. Austin

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Apr 5, 2023

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” 28 U.S.C. §1915A … Plaintiff has failed to clearly allege any Wexford policy or practice lead to a constitutional violation. Therefore, the Court will dismiss Defendant Wexford.

Gregory v. Bustos

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jul 27, 2021

Plaintiff has clearly alleged Defendant Officer John Doe failed to protect her from the actions of other inmates on November 29, 2020. … However, Plaintiff has not clearly articulated claims against the remaining Defendants.

Hawkins v. National Collegiate Athletic Ass'n

652 F. Supp. 602 · District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jan 30, 1987

The case law regarding what constitutes state action has developed in two clearly distinct segments. … Clearly this is erroneous. Public education is not a fundamental right under the federal Constitution. Plyler v.

Jones v. Berkley

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Apr 7, 2022

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” 28 U.S.C. §1915A … Instead, he should file motions clearly stating what relief he is seeking to avoid confusion concerning the purpose of any filing.

James v. Smith

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jun 3, 2020

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” 28 U.S.C. §1915A … Plaintiff also does not clearly state if he is asking for injunctive relief concerning placement in any other specific, housing units.

Powell

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Feb 2, 2026

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” … The clerk is directed to enter the standard qualified protective order pursuant to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Ayoubi v. Baker

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jun 13, 2024

“The plaintiff must next establish ‘a subjective showing of a defendant’s culpable state of mind.’” Id. … Accordingly, the Court denies Plaintiff’s Motions for Injunctive Relief, concluding that he has not clearly shown a basis for such relief. IV.

Hahn v. Walsh

915 F. Supp. 2d 925 · District Court, C.D. Illinois · Mar 14, 2013

This court agrees with Defendants that the record clearly establishes that paramedics were on the scene. … To establish a claim under the ADA or Rehabilitation Act, Plaintiffs must show (1) that Janet was a qualified individual with a disability; (2) that she was excluded from participating in, or denied the benefits of a public

Canchola

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Mar 4, 2026

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” Id. … will require Defendant to pay the total costs of formal service under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 4(d)(2). 13) The Court directs the Clerk to enter the standard qualified

Sanders v. Trusewych

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Sep 8, 2025

These administrators were not required to do more as Plaintiff was clearly under the care of medical staff. … The Clerk is directed to enter the standard qualified protective order under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Calhoun v. Illinois Department of Corrections

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Mar 5, 2025

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” Id. … “Not all dental pain qualifies as objectively serious under this standard.

Perez v. Colwell Systems, Division of Deluxe Corp.

83 F. Supp. 2d 976 · District Court, C.D. Illinois · Oct 22, 1999

In this case, however, the evidence clearly shows that all the manager positions in telesales and order processing were eliminated in January 1995 when the team leaders were hired. … Clearly, discriminatory changes may occur in the context of an overall reduction in force. See Samuelson v. Durkee, 760 F.Supp. 729, 736 (N.D.Ind.1991), aff'd, 976 F.2d 1111 (7th Cir.1992).

Clinton v. Hinthorne

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Feb 13, 2023

A claim is legally insufficient if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” 28 U.S.C. §1915A … pursuant to the standard procedures; 5) Set an internal court deadline 60 days from the entry of this order for the court to check on the status of service and enter scheduling deadlines; and 6) Enter the Court's standard qualified

Horner v. County Board

828 F. Supp. 604 · District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jul 29, 1993

The actions to which the plaintiff admitted did not in and of themselves so clearly constitute theft, fraud, or stealing that he could naturally expect his actions to be characterized in that way. … Based on the foregoing, this court holds that the defendant Rosenboom’s statements at the County Board meeting accusing the plaintiff of theft, fraud, and stealing were within the scope of his official duties and thus he is immune

Brown

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Apr 6, 2026

Sovereign immunity shields state officials from monetary damages in their official capacity. Sossamon v. Texas, 131 S. Ct. 1651, 1663 (2011). … The Clerk is directed to enter the standard qualified protective order pursuant to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. 13) The Clerk is directed to set an

Sanchez

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jan 22, 2026

This makes absolutely no sense that a person with immunity should be forced to take a shot to confer immunity. … For some of the cases, the employers clearly established that the individuals’ roles required in-person work with high-risk individuals. See, e.g., Melino v. Bos. Med.

Culver

District Court, C.D. Illinois · Jul 16, 2026

A claim is defective if it “(1) is frivolous, malicious, or fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted; or (2) seeks monetary relief from a defendant who is immune from such relief.” 28 U.S.C. § 1915A. … Plaintiff does not allege facts that establish or permit the Court to infer an official policy or custom under any of the three conditions mentioned above.