Chicago Sued for Alleged Water Overcharges Since 2016
A lawsuit has been filed against the City of Chicago by the law firm Kickham Hanley PLLC, claiming that the city has overcharged residents for water services since 2016. The suit alleges that these overcharges have affected numerous residents, although specific details regarding the amount of the alleged overcharges have not been disclosed. Gregory Hanley, a partner at the firm, is representing the plaintiffs in this case. The lawsuit adds to ongoing scrutiny of the city's water billing practices.
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