Drinkwine and Bitzer Secure Summary Judgment in U.S. District Court for a Major Healthcare System

Christopher Drinkwine and Kristina Bitzer of Heyl Royster’s Rockford Office recently secured summary judgment in a complex employment discrimination case.

The plaintiff, a former employee, alleged discrimination, hostile work environment, constructive discharge, and retaliation. Plaintiff sought back pay, compensatory and punitive damages, as well as attorneys’ fees.

After extensive discovery, the Heyl Royster team convinced the U.S. District Court that the plaintiff lacked sufficient evidence to sustain her claims, and the court entered judgment in favor of the healthcare system, resolving the matter without the need for a trial.

This result reflects the value of Heyl Royster’s collaborative approach—bringing together extensive experience in healthcare and employment litigation to obtain the best results for our clients.