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City’s Lawsuit Against ComEd and Nicor Over Contaminants Moves Forward

Evanston won a small victory on Tuesday in its lawsuit against ComEd and Nicor. A federal judge ruled that five of the six motions the city had filed against the companies for materials found in southwest Evanston pipes were legitimate and could continue. Such materials can be dangerous at higher levels. The lawsuit alleges ComEd and Nicor are responsible for …


ComEd, Nicor Improperly Adding Interest, Fees to Medical Hardship Repayment Plans

A new class action lawsuit has charged two of the Chicago area’s largest utility companies with improperly adding finance charges and late fees to so-called “medical payment arrangements” – or special electric and natural gas bill repayment plans required by the state, should utility customers suffer significant health problems interfering with their ability to pay their bills on time. On Dec. …