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3M | PFAS Lawsuit

In March 2024, a federal district court judge granted final approval to a $12.5 billion settlement in a nationwide class action lawsuit against 3M Company. The groundbreaking settlement resolves claims on behalf of Public Water Systems that 3M contaminated drinking…
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DuPont | PFAS Lawsuit

In February 2024, a federal district court judge granted final approval to a landmark $1.185 billion settlement in a class action lawsuit against major chemical companies DuPont, Chemours and Corteva. The settlement resolves claims that the three industry giants contaminated…
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Google, Sexual Harassment & Discrimination

FeganScott attorneys successfully represented a plaintiff in a sexual harassment and discrimination case against Google and one of its employees. The case included quid pro quo and failure-to-hire claims. It alleged that a Google supervisor harassed the plaintiff and suggested…
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IVF, Antitrust Lawsuit

Case Update: In May 2022, In Vitro Sciences, and its parent company, Women's Health USA, agreed to pay a $2.85 million settlement to resolve claims they artificially raised the price of in vitro fertilization (IVF) services. More information about the…
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Equity LifeStyle Properties, Heritage Plantation

On Dec. 21, a group of mobile homeowners filed a federal class-action lawsuit claiming real estate giant Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE:ELS) has ignored decades of complaints over failed drainage issues, leaving residents to deal with frequent flooding, mud, injuries, damaged…
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TikTok

FeganScott filed a class action lawsuit against popular smartphone app, TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, Inc., on behalf of consumers who use the app. The suit claims that the app surreptitiously collects, uses, and stores users’ facial geometry, which is private, legally protected biometric information.
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NCAA, John Rembao

Beth Fegan and Lynn Ellenberger led a class action case brought on behalf of  three former student-athletes against the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA), the NCAA Board of Governors, and John Rembao, the former track and cross-country coach at the University of Arizona, University of Texas-Austin and other NCAA universities.
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Hyundai / Kia, ABS Module Defect

FeganScott filed a nationwide class-action lawsuit on behalf of Hyundai and Kia vehicle owners and lessees, claiming the automobile manufacturers sold hundreds of thousands of vehicles with a potentially deadly defect that can cause spontaneous engine compartment fires, resulting in damage to cars and homes and threatening the lives of many.
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Natural Remedies Massage

On February 29, 2024, a Lancaster jury awarded more than $10 million to ten former customers of a popular Lancaster holistic health spa who claimed massage therapist Matthew Schaitel sexually abused them during visits between 2019 and 2021.
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Harvey Weinstein, The Weinstein Company Holdings LLC

FeganScott brought class action on behalf of women in the entertainment industry who sued Harvey Weinstein over allegations of sexual harassment, sexual abuse and rape.
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Workers' Compensation

$640,000 on behalf of widow whose husband died while working as a cemetery landscaper. $220,000 on behalf of widow in contested claim against trucking company. Respondent claimed that driver was an independent contractor and not an employee for purposes of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. $90,000 recovered on behalf of client in contested workers’ compensation claim, where employer denied client was injured during the course and scope of her employment.
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Product Liability

$80,000 settlement in case against seller of ultralight propeller.
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Auto Accident Victims

$120,000 settlement on behalf of client in low-impact collision case. Defendant denied liability, and the accident caused soft-tissue injuries. $140,000 settlement on behalf of husband and wife that suffered soft-tissue injuries when rear-ended while sitting at red light. $220,000 settlement on behalf of client whose car was struck in median after suffering flat tire. $175,000 settlement on behalf of a father and son involved in head-on collision case during a winter storm. $120,000 and $95,000 settlements on behalf of pedestrians struck by cars while crossing street.
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Miscellaneous

Unlawful repossession: $50,000 settlement against automobile manufacturer and finance company for unlawful repossession of automobile. The car was repossessed from pregnant woman, at night, under threat of arrest. Willful and vexatious conduct by School District: $80,000 settlement for high school football player who suffered a second concussion after his coach ignored IHSA concussion protocol. Dog bite: $30,000 settlement on behalf of woman bitten by a dog on sidewalk in front of owner’s home. Nursing Care Act: $75,000 settlement against nursing home after an elderly woman fell out of her wheelchair because orderly failed to use lap-belt. Premise liability: $50,000 settlement against Walgreens where client tripped over pothole in handicapped parking space. Privacy violation: $55,000 settlement for client whose ex-boyfriend violated her privacy by posting naked pictures of her on internet. Uninsured motorist: $45,000 settlement for client that was struck by uninsured motorist while riding a motorcycle.
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Sexual Assault and Discrimination Pre-Suit Negotiations

FeganScott attorneys have successfully represented numerous abuse survivors in pre-suit negotiations, including at the EEOC or state departments of human rights, and in connection with their testimony at criminal grand jury and trial proceedings against their abusers, including: Representation of…
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Loyola University Chicago, Tuition Refund

As local counsel, FeganScott filed a proposed national class-action lawsuit on behalf of a class persons seeking to recoup tuition and fees students were charged during the spring semester at Loyola University Chicago amid coronavirus-related school closures. The suit claims that the university withheld refunds despite allegedly receiving more than $10 million in government aid.
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McCormick

FeganScott announced the preliminary approval of a $2.5 million class action settlement on behalf of purchasers of certain black pepper products in California, Florida and Missouri.
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Pre-Filled Propane Tank Marketing and Sales Practices

Beth Fegan was co-lead counsel in a national class action lawsuit against the top two providers of propane tanks used for grills. The lawsuit alleged that these companies conspired to reduce the amount of propane in the tanks from 17 pounds to 15 pounds in lieu of raising the price for a full tank.
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Baby Products Antitrust

Beth Fegan was co-lead counsel in a nationwide class action against Babies “R” Us and several baby product manufacturers. The suit claimed the retailer and manufacturers conspired to inflate prices of high-end baby products in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act.
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NCAA - Concussions

As part of the co-lead counsel team, Beth prosecuted a nationwide class action lawsuit against the NCAA for failing to implement best practices for treatment of concussions in sports.
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American Equity Investment Life Insurance

Beth Fegan was co-lead counsel in a national class action against American Equity Investment Life Insurance company. The lawsuit alleged the company knowingly engaged in an unethical and fraudulent scheme targeted toward senior citizens.
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Midland National Life Insurance

Beth Fegan was co-lead counsel in nationwide class action lawsuit against Midland National Life Insurance Company. The lawsuit claimed the company engaged in a scheme to reap profits by exploiting and preying on senior citizens.
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