Rogers v. BNSF Railway Company

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Case overview

Case Number:

1:19-cv-03083

Court:

Illinois Northern

Nature of Suit:

360 P.I.: Other

Multi Party Litigation:

Class Action

Judge:

Honorable Matthew F. Kennelly

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  6. October 12, 2022

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  7. October 11, 2022

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  8. October 07, 2022

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