Dear Members of the Judicial Inquiry Board,
I am writing to respectfully bring to your attention a concern regarding the handling of my appeal, Valentine v. Pippen, et al., Appeal No. 1-25-1195, in the Illinois Appellate Court, First District.
On September 3, 2025, I filed a Motion for Rehearing. To my astonishment, I received a denial the very same day. As a self-represented litigant, I am dumbfounded as to how such a filing could be reviewed, considered, and denied so quickly. The speed of the denial raises a serious question about whether my case has been given meaningful judicial review or whether it has been treated with undue priority for rejection.
My concern is not simply about the unfavorable ruling, but about the appearance of fairness and due process. Illinois courts emphasize that litigants must have confidence that filings are given thoughtful consideration. When a Motion for Rehearing is denied within hours of its submission, it undermines the appearance of impartiality and raises legitimate doubts about whether equal justice is being administered.
I am in the process of filing a Petition for Leave to Appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court, but I also believe it is appropriate to bring this issue to the attention of the Judicial Inquiry Board to ensure that no impropriety, bias, or unfair practice is occurring in my case.
I respectfully request that your office review this matter and advise whether further investigation is warranted.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Chyvette A. Valentine
Plaintiff–Appellant, Pro Se
