2024-cv-05403

COMPLAINT filed by Yan Meihua; Filing fee $ 405, receipt number AILNDC-22188412.

CIVIL Cover Sheet

ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiff Yan Meihua by Carla Carter

ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiff Yan Meihua by Michael Scott Davis

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants Plaintiff's motions to allow electronic service of process [5] and for entry of a temporary restraining order [6]. The Court sets a status date for 7/18/2024 at 1:45 PM. Plaintiff should file any motion for preliminary injunction and notice it for presentment at the next status date. Attorneys/Parties should appear by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use a toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting of court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER Signed by the Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/2/2024

MOTION by Defendant FORIOUS for Emergency Relief to Vacate Temporary Restraining Order as to Defendant FORIOUS

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Motion hearing held. Parties appear on Defendant's motion to vacate the temporary restraining order [11]. The Court denies Defendant's motion [11] without prejudice. The Court sets the following briefing schedule on Plaintiff's motion for preliminary injunction: Plaintiff's motion for preliminary injunction is due by 7/18/2024; Defendant's response is due by 7/25/2024; and Plaintiff's reply is due by 8/5/2024. The Court sets a ruling date on Plaintiff's motion for preliminary injunction for 9/18/2024 at 9:30 am. The Court orders Plaintiff's counsel to send copies of sealed TRO and Schedule A to defense counsel of record. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll free number). Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice.

MOTION by Defendant FORIOUS for Emergency Relief to Vacate Temporary Restraining Order as to Defendant FORIOUS

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief, 18 before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/16/2024 at 09:45 AM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Attorneys/Parties should appear for the 7/16/2024 hearing by calling the TollFree Number: (866) 4345269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting of court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendants BWE Aqua Faucet, BATHLAVISH, Bathfinesse faucet, Greenspring, VIBRANTBATH by Timothy Tiewei Wang

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant CEINOL-USA by Lance Y. Liu

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant KENES by Pete Scott Wolfgram

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephone motion hearing held. The Court denies Defendant's motion to vacate the temporary restraining order [18]. The Court relies on the previously set briefing schedule on Plaintiff's motion for preliminary injunction [15]. The Court encourages the parties to discuss modifying the asset restraint as well the bond posted by Plaintiff. The Court strikes the status hearing set for 7/18/2024. However, Plaintiff should notice its motion for preliminary injunction as to the remaining Defendants for presentment on 7/23/2024 at 9:45 AM. Mailed notice

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan MeihuaSingle Summons

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan MeihuaExtend TRO

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan MeihuaPreliminary Injunction

MEMORANDUM by Yan Meihua in support of motion for miscellaneous relief[27]

NOTICE of Motion by Michael Scott Davis for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief[25], motion for miscellaneous relief[26], motion for miscellaneous relief[27] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/23/2024 at 09:45 AM.

MEMORANDUM by Yan Meihua

ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand by Taucent

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant Taucent by Pete Scott Wolfgram

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

RESPONSE by CEINOL-USA in Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiff Yan MeihuaPreliminary Injunction [27]

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MOTION by Defendant KENES to vacate SEALED Order[13] (the Temporary Restraining Order Entered July 2, 2024)

Memorandum of Law in Support of Motion to Vacate TRO

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Declaration of Defense Attorney Pete Wolfgram

NOTICE of Motion by Pete Scott Wolfgram for presentment of motion to vacate, [35] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/30/2024 at 09:45 AM.

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendants BATHLAVISH, BWE Aqua Faucet, Bathfinesse faucet, Greenspring, VIBRANTBATH by Nicholas Edward Najera

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephone conference held on 7/23/2024. Plaintiff's motion for an order supplemental to the Court's minute order directing the Clerk to issue a single summons [25] is granted. Plaintiff's ex parte motion to extend the temporary restraining order [26] is denied as moot. Plaintiff's motion for entry of a preliminary injunction [27] is granted as to all defendants with the exception of Defendants Ceinol-USA. Plaintiff's reply to Defendant Ceinol-USA opposition to motion for entry a preliminary injunction [27] is due by 8/6/2024. Ruling date set for 9/17/2024. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court.Defendants' responsive pleadings are due by 9/6/2024. Telephone Conference set for 9/18/2024 is stricken and reset to 9/17/2024 at 9:30 AM with joint status report due by 9/10/2024. The Court strikes the presentment date of 7/30/2024 [36] for Defendant's motion to vacate [35] and directs Defendant to re-notice this motion for a date when the Court is sitting. Mailed notice

Opposition to Plaintiff's Motion [30] for Entry of a Preliminary Injunction as to Defendant FORIOUS by FORIOUS

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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendants BESy Bathroom & Kitchen, BESy, HOIMPRO, RUMOSE by Timothy Tiewei Wang

Joint Petition to Modify Asset Restraint as to Defendant FORIOUS by FORIOUS

Text of Proposed Order

REPLY by Yan Meihua to MOTION by Plaintiff Yan MeihuaPreliminary Injunction [27], memorandum[30], memorandum in support of motion[28]

NOTICE of Motion by Pete Scott Wolfgram for presentment of motion to vacate, [35] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 8/15/2024 at 09:45 AM.

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendants BESy, BESy Bathroom & Kitchen, HOIMPRO, RUMOSE by Nicholas Edward Najera

Joint Petition to Modify Second Asset Restraint as to Defendant FORIOUS by FORIOUS

Text of Proposed Order

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for extension of time to file response/reply

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs

MOTION by Defendants BATHLAVISH, BESy, BESy Bathroom & Kitchen, BWE Aqua Faucet, Bathfinesse faucet, Greenspring, HOIMPRO, RUMOSE, VIBRANTBATH to vacate order on motion for miscellaneous relief, terminate deadlines and hearings, telephone conference, set deadlines/hearings, [38] Preliminary Injunction

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Declaration of Zhang

Declaration of Zhao

Declaration of Zhou

NOTICE of Motion by Nicholas Edward Najera for presentment of motion to vacate, [48] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 8/13/2024 at 09:45 AM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants the parties' joint motion to modify the asset restraint [41] and modifies the asset restraint against Defendant the asset restraint imposed on Defendant FORIOUS on July 2, 2024. The Court orders Amazon to release the Amazon account for Seller FORIOUS-USA (Seller ID A3UB46L7YYUHS1) except for $635,000. The Court grants the parties' joint motion to modify the asset restraint [45] and modifies the asset restraint imposed on Defendant FORIOUS on July 2, 2024. The Court orders Wayfair to release the Wayfair account for Seller FORIOUS (Seller ID furious-b59142) except for $30,000. The Court grants Plaintiff's motion for extension of time [46]. Plaintiff's reply is due by 8/13/2024. The Court sets the following briefing schedule on Defendants' motions to vacate the preliminary injunction [35, 39, 48]: Plaintiff's responses are due by 8/27/2024 and Defendants' replies are due by 9/3/2024. The Court sets a ruling date on Defendants' motions [35, 39, 48] for 10/1/2024 at 9:30 AM. Mailed notice.

FIRST AMENDED ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand by Defendant Taucent, COUNTERCLAIM filed by Taucent against Yan Meihua. by Taucent

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs Def. 6, Kenes

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs

MOTION by Defendant FORIOUS to Modify Temporary Restraining Order Bond Amount

Memorandum in Support of Defendant FORIOUS' Motion to Modify Temporary Res

Declaration of Chunhe Qiu

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief, [57] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 8/29/2024 at 01:45 PM.

ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, THIRD party complaint by FORIOUS against Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited., COUNTERCLAIM filed by FORIOUS against Yan Meihua. by FORIOUS

NOTIFICATION of Affiliates pursuant to Local Rule 3.2 by FORIOUS

CERTIFICATE of Service by Michael Scott Davis on behalf of All Plaintiffs

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Attorneys/Parties should appear for the 8/29/2024 hearing by calling the Toll- Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS for Leave to Serve Third-Party Defendant through Electronic Means under Fed. R. Civ. P. 4(f)(3)

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief[63] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 9/3/2024 at 09:45 AM.

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by All Plaintiffs

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua to substitute attorney

NOTICE of Motion by Michael Scott Davis for presentment of motion to substitute attorney[66] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 9/3/2024 at 09:45 AM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephonic motion hearing held on 8/29/2024. Parties appear on motions to modify bond, motion to substitute counsel, and motion for electronic service of process. Motion for electronic service of process [63] is granted. Motion to substitute counsel is granted [66] and Plaintiff's new counsel must file an appearance by 8/30/2024. Motion to modify bond briefing schedule: Plaintiff's response is due by 9/6/2024; Defendant's reply is due by 9/10/2024. Next status date set for 9/17/2024 at 9:30 a.m. for ruling on motion to modify bond. No appearance required on 9/3/2024. Mailed notice

SUMMONS Issued as to Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited (Text entry; no document attached.)

CERTIFICATE of Service on Third-Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited by Marina N. Saito on behalf of FORIOUS regarding summons issued, answer to complaint, third party complaint, counterclaim[59]

ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiff Yan Meihua, Counter Defendants Yan Meihua, Yan Meihua by Zhan Jin Attorney at Law

ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiff Yan Meihua, Counter Defendant Yan Meihua by Zheng Liu

ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiff Yan Meihua, Counter Defendants Yan Meihua, Yan Meihua by Jingyi Guo

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for extension of time to file response/reply as to order on motion for miscellaneous relief, order on motion to substitute attorney, terminate deadlines and hearings, motion hearing, set/reset hearings, [68], motion for miscellaneous relief, [57]

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of motion for extension of time to file response/reply, [73] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 9/10/2024 at 09:45 AM.

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Yan Meihua as to Defendants Bacui Bath, Taucent, and SeeTruth

RESPONSE by FORIOUSin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for extension of time to file response/reply as to order on motion for miscellaneous relief, order on motion to substitute attorney, terminate deadlines and hearings, motion hearing, set/reset hearings, [68], m[73]

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephonic motion hearing held on 9/10/2024. Plaintiff's motion for extension of time to file Plaintiff's response to Defendant's motion to modify bond [57] is granted. The Court strikes the telephonic ruling date of 9/17/2024 and resets it to 10/1/2024 at 9:30 a.m. The Court strikes the telephonic ruling date on Defendants [35], [39], [48] of 10/1/2024 and resets it to 10/8/2024 at 9:30 a.m. Mailed notice

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 07/16/24 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 49374. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 10/2/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/14/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/10/2024.

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 07/09/24 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 49374. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 10/2/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/14/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/10/2024.

MEMORANDUM by Yan Meihua in Opposition to motion for miscellaneous relief, [57] Opposition to Defendant's Motion to Modify Bond

REPLY by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to memorandum in opposition to motion[81], motion for miscellaneous relief, [57] to Modify Temporary Restraining Order Bond Amount

ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by Homary International Limited against All Plaintiffs. by Homary International Limited

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant Homary International Limited by Yongyuan Li

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Yan Meihua of defendants #26, 28-29, and 30-31

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court denies Defendant Kenes' motion to vacate [35] as moot in light of Plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal as to Defendant No. 6 [55]. The Court deems Defendant Ceinol-USA's opposition to the motion for entry of a preliminary injunction [27] moot in light of Plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal as to Defendant No. 11 [54]. The Court grants Defendant FORIOUS' motion to modify the temporary restraining order bond amount [57]. A "court may issue a preliminary injunction or a temporary restraining order only if the movant gives security in an amount that the court considers proper to pay the costs and damages sustained by any party found to have been wrongfully enjoined or restrained." Fed. R. Civ. P. 65(c). "The appropriate amount of the bond is subject to the court's discretion." Monster Energy Co. v. Wensheng, 136 F. Supp. 3d 897, 910 (N.D. Ill. 2015). "[W]hen setting the amount of security, district courts should err on the high side." Mead Johnson & Co. v. Abbott Lab'ys, 201 F.3d 883, 888 (7th Cir. 2000). In this case, the Court initially required a $10,000 bond. Having reviewed Plaintiff's and FORIOUS' arguments concerning the proper bond amount, the Court finds it appropriate to increase the bond amount in this case to $320,000, which takes into account the number of defendants Plaintiff initially sued and the potential damages they may have incurred under the temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction in this case. The Court thus orders Plaintiff to deposit with the Court an additional $310,000, either cash or security bond, as security within seven (7) calendar days of this order. The Court also notes that Plaintiff failed to respond to Defendants BATHLAVISH, BWE Aqua Faucet, Bathfinesse Faucet, Greenspring, VIBRANTBATH, BESy Bathroom & Kitchen, BESy, HOIMPRO, and RUMOSE's motion to vacate the preliminary injunction order [48]. To the extent Plaintiff wishes to file a response, Plaintiff should do so by 10/2/2024. Defendants can file a reply by 10/9/24 if they wish. The Court strikes the status dates set for 10/1/2024 and 10/8/2024 and resets them to 10/16/2024 at 9:30 a.m. for ruling on the remaining outstanding motions. Mailed notice

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for extension of time to file her responsive pleading to Defendant Forious and Homary's counterclaims [59] and [83], to file her response to Motion to Vacate Preliminary Injunction Order [48]

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of extension of time, [87] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 10/3/2024 at 01:45 PM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants Plaintiff's motion for extension of time [87]. Plaintiff's response is due by 10/7/2024 and Defendant's reply is due by 10/10/2024. The Court strikes the ruling dates set for 10/16/2024 and resets it to 10/29/2024 at 9:30 AM. There will be no further extensions granted to Plaintiff. Plaintiff saw fit to file this case and must timely respond to motions filed by Defendants, especially where the Court has granted additional time after noticing Plaintiff's failure to respond. Mailed notice

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Yan Meihua as to Defendany BWE Aqua Faucet, BATHLAVISH, Bathfinesse faucet, Greenspring, and VIBRANTBATH

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua to vacate order on motion for miscellaneous relief, terminate deadlines and hearings, telephone conference, set deadlines/hearings, [38], order on motion for exparte, terminate deadlines and hearings, set/reset hearings, [10] Plaintiff's Motion to Dissolve Temporary Restraining Order [10] and Preliminary Injunction Order [38]

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of motion to vacate, [91] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 10/9/2024 at 09:45 AM.

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to Freeze Plaintiff's Assets for Failure to Post Court-Ordered Bond

Text of Proposed Order

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief[93] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 10/10/2024 at 01:45 PM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting of court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Yan Meihua as to Defendants BESy Bathroom & Kitchen, HOIMPRO, RUMOSE, and BESy

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephonic motion hearing held on motions [91] and [93] on 10/9/2024. Plaintiff's motion to dissolve temporary restraining order [10] and preliminary injunction order [38] [91] is granted. The parties should submit a proposed order to Judge Ellis' proposed order email. Motion Hearing regarding motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [93] held and continued to 10/16/2024 at 9:45 AM. No appearance required on 10/10/2024. Mailed notice

ORDER DISSOLVING TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER AND PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION. Signed by the Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 10/10/2024:Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Attorneys/Parties should appear for the 10/16/2024 hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Motion hearing held on 10/16/2024 regarding motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets [93] and continued to 10/29/2024 at 9:30 AM. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (866) 434-5269, Access Code: 8087837. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Emailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Pursuant to Plaintiff's notices of voluntary dismissal [90, 96] and the order dissolving the temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction [98], the Court denies the motion to vacate preliminary injunction order [48] as moot. Mailed notice. (jn,)

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephonic motion hearing held on 10/29/2024 regarding motion to freeze assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [93] and continued to 11/5/2024 at 9:30 AM. Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephonic motion hearing held on 11/5/2024 regarding motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [93] and continued to 11/20/2024 at 9:30 AM on the Webex platform. The Court orders Plaintiff Yan Meihua to post bond by 11/19/2024. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (650) 479-3207, Access Code: 2314 361 1508. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Emailed notice

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS for entry of default against Plaintiff Meihua Yan and Third-Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited

Declaration of Marina N. Saito in Support of Motion for Entry of Default

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NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for entry of default, [104] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 11/26/2024 at 09:45 AM.

CERTIFICATE of Service by Marina N. Saito on behalf of FORIOUS regarding notice of motion[105], MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS for entry of default against Plaintiff Meihua Yan and Third-Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited [104]

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First MOTION TO DISMISS FOR FAILURE TO STATE A CLAIM by Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited, MOTION by Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction

Declaration of Jinwen Huang

MEMORANDUM by Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited in support of Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim, motion to dismiss/lack of jurisdiction, [107]

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim, motion to dismiss/lack of jurisdiction, [107] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 11/26/2024 at 09:45 AM.

ANSWER to counterclaim by Forious by Yan Meihua

ANSWER to counterclaim (Homary) by Yan Meihua

AMENDED Answer by Yan Meihua to counterclaim by Forious answer to complaint, third party complaint, counterclaim[59]

MOTION by Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited to set a briefing schedule re Forious Motion to Freeze China KES Assets [Dkt. 93]

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua to set a briefing schedule re Forious Motion to Freeze China KES Assets [Dkt. 93]

Declaration of Meihua Yan

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of motion by filer to set a briefing schedule[114] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 11/26/2024 at 09:45 AM.

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of motion by filer to set a briefing schedule[113] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 11/26/2024 at 09:45 AM.

ATTORNEY Appearance for Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited by Zheng Liu

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephonic motion hearing held. The Court grants Defendant WenzhouFuruisi Jiancaiyouxiangongsi ("FORIOUS") motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [93] and should submit order to Judge Ellis' proposed order email. Motion for entry of default under Fed. R. Civ. P. 55(a) [104] is denied. China KES' motion to set a briefing schedule [113] is denied. Meihua Yan's motion to set a briefing schedule [114] is denied. As stated on the record, counsel for Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited to file an appearance. Briefing schedule on motion to dismiss [107]: Defendant Forious's response is due by 12/11/2024 and KES's reply is due by 12/18/2024. Next status date set for 2/12/2025 at 9:30 a.m. for ruling on motion to dismiss. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (650) 479-3207, Access Code: 2314 361 1508. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Emailed notice

RESPONSE by FORIOUSin Opposition to First MOTION TO DISMISS FOR FAILURE TO STATE A CLAIM by Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited MOTION by Third Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction [107]

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MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS for Court to Enter Order Freezing Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited's Assets

Exhibit A

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Text of Proposed Order

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief, [120] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 1/9/2025 at 01:45 PM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants Defendant's motion for entry of an order freezing Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited's assets [120]. Defendant should submit its revised order to the Court's proposed order email. Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court will address Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited's objections to the proposed order freezing its assets on 2/12/2025 at 9:30 a.m. Emailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephone conference set for 2/12/2025 is stricken. In Court hearing set for 2/12/2025 at 9:30 AM. The parties are required to appear in person - Courtroom 1403, 219 S. Dearborn Street, Chicago Illinois. Emailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: In-person hearing held on 02/12/2025. Counsel for the Plaintiff and counsel for Defendant FORIOUS appeared. As stated on the record, jurisdictional discovery is needed as to FORIOUS, Yan Meihua, and Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited. Parties are given until 04/30/2025 to conduct this limited discovery. Defendant's supplemental jurisdictional memorandum is due 05/14/2025. Plaintiff's response is due 05/28/2025. Third-Party Plaintiff FORIOUS' motion to enter order to freeze assets [120] is denied without prejudice. The parties' request for a settlement conference is granted. The Court will refer this case to the Magistrate Judge for a settlement conference. Telephone Conference set for 07/16/2025 at 9:30 AM. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (650) 479-3207, Access Code: 2314 361 1508. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Mailed notice

Pursuant to Local Rule 72.1, this case is hereby referred to the calendar of Honorable Maria Valdez for the purpose of holding proceedings related to: settlement conference. Mailed notice.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: This case has been referred to Judge Valdez to conduct a settlement conference. Plaintiff shall submit a demand letter to participating Defendant(s) no later than 2/27/25, and Defendant(s) will respond with an offer letter by 3/13/25. Both letters must comply with this Court's standing order and instructions governing settlement conferences and should be electronically submitted to the Court at Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov no later than 3/14/25. If after reviewing the letters the Court believes a settlement conference will be fruitful, the parties will be contacted with available dates. Mailed notice

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 11/20/24 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 51051. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 3/14/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/24/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/22/2025.

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 11/05/24 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 51051. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 3/14/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/24/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/22/2025.

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 02/12/25 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 51051. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 3/14/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/24/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 5/22/2025.

ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant FORIOUS by Seth N. Kaberon

NOTICE by FORIOUS of Subpoena to Amazon

Exhibit SUBPOENA

Exhibit RIDER TO SUBPOENA

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Per the Court's prior order [127], Plaintiff was to submit a demand letter to participating Defendants no later than 2/27/25, and Defendant was to respond with an offer letter by 3/13/25. The Court has received Defendant Forious's letter and understands that Plaintiff never submitted a demand letter to Forious. Plaintiff shall submit her demand letter to the Court at Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov no later than 3/19/25, at which time the Court will set a new schedule for participating Defendants to submit their letters. If Plaintiff fails to submit her letter to the Court by 3/19/25, the referral for a settlement conference will be closed. Mailed notice

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to Freeze Plaintiff's Assets for Failure to Post Court-Ordered Bond Presented before District Judge

Declaration of Jing Jin

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Text of Proposed Order

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief, [134] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 3/19/2025 at 09:45 AM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The parties are required to appear in person on 3/19/25 at 9:45 a.m. for the renewed motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [134]. Courtroom 1403. Emailed notice

RESPONSE by Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limitedin Opposition to MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to Freeze Plaintiff's Assets for Failure to Post Court-Ordered Bond Presented before District Judge [134] with accompanying Ex Parte Application To Appear By Phone Or WebEx

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: In Court Hearing held. Plaintiff's counsel appeared by phone despite this Court's order [136]. The Court is contemplating sanctions for Plaintiff's continued pattern of ignoring Court orders. Plaintiff shall file a more substantial response to the renewed motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [134] by 3/26/25 and a reply is due by 4/2/25. The renewed motion [134] is entered and continued to hearing on 4/8/25 at 9:45 a.m. The parties are required to appear in person in courtroom 1403. Mailed notice.

NOTICE by Yan Meihua re text entry, [133] Notice Of Submitting Settlement Conference Statement As Requested By Honorable Maria Valdez

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The Court is in receipt of Plaintiff's settlement letter. Any participating Defendants shall submit their letters to the Court at Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov no later than 4/2/25. Mailed notice

MEMORANDUM by Yan Meihua in Opposition to motion for miscellaneous relief, [134] PLAINTIFF'S OPPOSITION TO FURIOUS' REPETITIVE MOTION TO FREEZE UNRELATED PARTY'S ASSETS

Declaration Declaration of Meihua Yan

Declaration Declaration of Jinwei Huang

Declaration Declaration of Lihui Peng

REPLY by FORIOUS to memorandum in opposition to motion, [141], MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to Freeze Plaintiff's Assets for Failure to Post Court-Ordered Bond Presented before District Judge [134]

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OBJECTIONS by Yan Meihua to in court hearing, set motion and R&R deadlines/hearings, [139]

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for leave to file Second Amended Answer Presented before District Judge

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of motion for leave to file[144] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 4/8/2025 at 09:45 AM.

CERTIFICATE of Service of Subpoena to Amazon by Seth N. Kaberon on behalf of FORIOUS

Supplement

Certificate of Service

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Remote attorneys-only settlement conference is set for 4/24/25 at 11:00 a.m. Participating counsel will be sent a Webex link, and they shall advise chambers as soon as possible if their contact information changes before the conference. Final settlement positions are due by 4/22/25. Failure to comply with the provisions of the Court's Standing Order may result in the unilateral cancellation of the settlement conference by the Court. THE FACT THAT A SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE HAS BEEN SCHEDULED DOES NOT MEAN THAT THE PARTIES SHOULD STOP ENGAGING IN SETTLEMENT DISCUSSIONS AMONG THEMSELVES. The Court finds that too often the parties put settlement talks on hold until the settlement conference with the Magistrate Judge. The Court expects that many cases can be resolved among the parties without the need for court-supervised mediation. If your informal discussions are unsuccessful, the Court will conduct the conference but will expect the parties to apprise her of the status of their ongoing settlement discussions. Because of the volume of settlement conferences conducted by Judge Valdez, once a settlement conference date has been agreed upon, no continuance will be granted without a motion showing extreme hardship. Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: In court hearing held on 4/8/2025. Renewed motion to freeze Plaintiff's assets for failure to post court-ordered bond [134] is granted for the reasons stated on the record. Plaintiff's motion for leave to file second amended answer [144] is granted and should be filed as a separate document. Discovery schedule: 26(a) disclosures are due by 5/16/2025; written discovery to issue by 5/30/2025; and fact discovery on 9/30/2025. The parties should file a joint status report by 9/24/2025 indicating the status of fact discovery, the status of settlement discussions and whether the parties request a referral to the magistrate judge for settlement purposes, whether the parties require expert discovery prior to dispositive motion practice, and proposed schedules for expert discovery and summary judgment briefing, where applicable. Next status date set for 10/1/2025 at 9:30 AM. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (650) 479-3207, Access Code: 2314 361 1508. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Emailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Attorneys-only settlement conference held on 4/24/25. A judicial recommendation of settlement was made. No later than 3:00 p.m. on 4/28/25, the parties are to separately call chambers at 312-435-5690 x 3 and leave a voice mail advising whether the recommendation is accepted. Mailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The Court's judicial recommendation of settlement has not been accepted. The Court encourages the parties to consider settlement options as the case moves forward. The parties may ask for a settlement referral if they wish to participate in another settlement conference in the future. All matters relating to the referral of this action having been resolved, the case is returned to the assigned judge. Mailed notice

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to Freeze Plaintiff's Assets for Failure to Post Court-Ordered Bond

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Text of Proposed Order

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief, [151] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 5/6/2025 at 09:45 AM.

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for reconsideration regarding order on motion to vacate, order on motion for miscellaneous relief, terminate deadlines and hearings, set deadlines/hearings, [86]

Declaration of Huili Peng

Declaration of Meihua Yan

NOTICE of Motion by Zheng Liu for presentment of motion for reconsideration, [153] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 5/6/2025 at 09:45 AM.

NOTICE by Yan Meihua re notice of motion[154], notice of motion[152] Notice of Appearance for Hearing on May 6, 2025

Second Amended ANSWER to counterclaim by FORIOUS by Meihua Yan

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants Defendant's motion to freeze KES's assets 151. The Court sets the following briefing schedule on Plaintiff's motion for reconsideration 153 : Defendant's response is due by 6/3/2025 and Plaintiff's reply is due by 6/17/2025. The Court sets a ruling date for 7/29/2025 at 9:30 AM. Mailed notice.

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 03/19/2025 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 51184. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 6/11/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/23/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/19/2025.

TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 04/08/2025 before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis. Order Number: 51589. Court Reporter Contact Information: Patrick Mullen, (312) 435-5565, patrick_mullen@ilnd.uscourts.gov. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 6/11/2025. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/23/2025. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/19/2025.

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS for sanctions under Rule 11 or under the Court's inherent authority

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Exhibit B

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NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for sanctions, [160] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 5/28/2025 at 09:45 AM.

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS for sanctions under 28 U.S.C. section 1927

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Exhibit G

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for sanctions, [162] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 5/28/2025 at 09:45 AM.

MEMORANDUM by Yan Meihua in Opposition to motion for sanctions, [160]

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MEMORANDUM by Yan Meihua in Opposition to motion for sanctions, [162]

Notice of Unavailability of In-Person Hearing by Yan Meihua

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court sets the following briefing schedule on Defendant's motions for sanctions [160], [162]: Defendant's reply is due by 6/11/2025. The Court sets a status date for 7/29/2025 at 9:30 AM. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (650) 479-3207, Access Code: 2314 361 1508. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Emailed notice

RESPONSE by FORIOUSin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for reconsideration regarding order on motion to vacate, order on motion for miscellaneous relief, terminate deadlines and hearings, set deadlines/hearings, [86] [153]

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Exhibit B

REPLY by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to motion for sanctions, [160], memorandum in opposition to motion[164]

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REPLY by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS to motion for sanctions, [162], memorandum in opposition to motion[165]

MOTION by ThirdParty Plaintiff FORIOUS, Defendant FORIOUS, Counter Claimant FORIOUS for Ruling on Third-Party KES's Motion to Dismiss the Third-Party Complaint

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Exhibit B

NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief[171] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 6/25/2025 at 09:45 AM.

AMENDED NOTICE of Motion by Marina N. Saito for presentment of motion for miscellaneous relief[171] before Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/2/2025 at 09:45 AM.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants Defendant's motion for ruling 171 and will issue an opinion on Plaintiff's motion to dismiss 107 on 7/29/2025 at 9:30 AM. Emailed notice

ORDER FREEZING AMAZON ACCOUNT OF PLAINTIFF MEIHUA YAN. Signed by the Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/25/2025:Emailed notice

ORDER. The Court denies Plaintiff Meihua Yan's motion to reconsider the bond amount [153]. The Court grants in part and denies in part Defendant Forious' motion for sanctions under Rule 11 or the Court's inherent authority [160] and denies Forious' motion for sanctions under 28 U.S.C. § 1927 [162]. The Court dismisses Yan's complaint with prejudice. The Court grants in part and denies in part Third-Party Defendant Heshan KES Sanitary Ware Limited's motion to dismiss [107]. The Court dismisses Forious' third-party complaint against Heshan KES without prejudice. See Statement. Signed by the Honorable Sara L. Ellis on 7/25/2025:Emailed notice

proof of service by FORIOUS of 7-25-25 Order on Amazon

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephone conference held on 7/29/2025. Counsel for Defendant FORIOUS appears for hearing. Next status date set for 8/20/2025 at 9:30 AM in person to discuss settlement and Defendant's motion for fee shifting. The parties are required to appear in person. If a settlement is reached and a stipulation of dismissal is filed, no appearance is required. Emailed notice

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua for leave to appear as Remotely

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephone conference held. Ex Parte motion to appear remotely on August 20, 2025 hearing [179, 180] is granted. The parties joint status report is due by 8/29/2025. Status hearing set for 9/3/2025 at 9:30 a.m. Mailed notice.

STATUS Report by FORIOUS

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Status hearing set for 9/3/2025 is stricken. Telephone Conference set for 9/18/2025 at 1:30 PM. If stipulation to dismiss is filed prior to status date, no appearance is required. Attorneys/Parties should appear for the hearing by calling the Toll-Free Number: (650) 479-3207, Access Code: 2314 361 1508. Throughout the telephonic hearing, each speaker will be expected to identify themselves for the record before speaking. Please note that the conference call-in will be used by all cases that are on the court's calendar for the said date, therefore counsel must be in a quiet area while on the line and must have the telephone muted until your case is called. Members of the public and media will be able to call in to listen to this hearing (use toll-free number). Please be sure to keep your phone on mute when you are not speaking. Persons granted remote access to proceedings are reminded of the general prohibition against photographing, recording, and rebroadcasting court proceedings. Violation of these prohibitions may result in sanctions, including removal of court-issued media credentials, restricted entry to future hearings, denial of entry to future hearings, or any other sanctions deemed necessary by the Court. Emailed notice

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: Telephone conference held on 9/18/2025. In Court hearing set for 10/9/2025 at 1:30 PM. The parties are required to appear in person. If a stipulation of dismissal is filed before the in-court hearing date, no appearance is required. Emailed notice

MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua, Counter Defendants Yan Meihua, Yan Meihua, Yan Meihua to continue

RESPONSE by FORIOUS to MOTION by Plaintiff Yan Meihua, Counter Defendants Yan Meihua, Yan Meihua, Yan Meihua to continue [185]

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: The Court grants the parties' motion for extension of status hearing 185. The Court strikes the status date set for 10/9/2025 and resets it to 10/21/2025 at 9:30 AM in person. If the parties file a stipulation of dismissal prior to the next status date, no appearance is required. Emailed notice.

MINUTE entry before the Honorable Sara L. Ellis: In court hearing held on 10/21/2025. Defendant's counsel appeared, and Plaintiff's counsel did not appear. The Court orders plaintiff's counsel to provide a list of all defendants with whom the plaintiff settled no later than October 23, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CT, as well as copies of the settlement agreement with all defendants who have settled. The Court sets an in-person hearing for October 29, 2025 at 9:30 AM. Plaintiff's counsel is ordered to appear in person unless the parties file a stipulation of dismissal on the docket no later than noon on October 28, 2025. Emailed notice

DEFENDANTS IN 1:24-CV-05403 WHO HAVE SETTLED by Yan Meihua

STIPULATION of Dismissal with Prejudice