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Endorsement Had No Effect on Claims-made Notice Requirement
In a January decision, the 1st District Appellate Court held that an endorsement to a claims-made policy requiring notice to the insurer upon partial exhaustion of the insured’s self-insured retention, did not alter the policy’s requirements regarding notice to the insurer of a claim.
Owner of Waukegan restaurant building can be sued for not stopping car from crashing through front window
A state appeals panel had earlier agreed the Waukegan Mexican restaurant owners can be sued by a customer who was injured when a car crashed through the front window. Now, the state appeals panel says there is no reason the building owners can't also be sued for failing to install barriers to prevent such crashes
Genevieve Lakier Discusses the First Amendment and the Arrest of Mahmoud Khalil
Last year, pro-Palestinian “liberation zones” popped up all over American campuses, demanding that universities divest from Israel and advocating for an end to the war in Gaza.
Michael Rozier, S.J., Named Vice Provost for Strategic Initiatives
Loyola University Chicago has appointed Rev. Michael Rozier, S.J., an expert on organizational ethics, policy, and practice, as the new Vice Provost for Strategic Initiatives, effective July 7, 2025.
Plaintiff Alleges Property Management Company Engaged in Discrimination and Harassment
A former employee has taken legal action against Winn Management Group LLC., citing instances of sexual harassment and discrimination due to gender identity and disability-related neglect at work.
Plaintiff alleges medical center employer discriminated based on race
A registered nurse has taken legal action against Rush University Medical Center for alleged racial discrimination and retaliation leading to wrongful termination.
Plaintiff Alleges Athletic Apparel Giant Discriminated Based on Race, Age & Disability
Raymond Sanders has filed a lawsuit against Under Armour Retail Inc., accusing them of racial discrimination and retaliation among other charges under various federal laws.
Plaintiff accuses staffing agency and non-profit organization of discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Delta T Group Illinois Inc., a staffing agency, and The Salvation Army alleging workplace discrimination based on race and gender identity under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Plaintiff accuses indoor climbing company ClimbZone of sexual harassment
A former employee has brought serious allegations against ClimbZone for failing to address sexual harassment in the workplace effectively.
LIVE WEB - Hate Crime Laws in Illinois: An Overview on March 27, 2025
Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on the definition and prevalence of hate crimes, as well as recent changes to Illinois’ hate crimes statute.
Mark Radtke Honored as a Volunteer of the Year by Legal Aid Chicago
Foley & Lardner LLP partner Mark Radtke is honored by Legal Aid Chicago as a Volunteer of the Year for his contributions to its Bankruptcy Help Desk.
Jewish lawyer can sue Cook Co. Public Defender for making her take down pic featuring Israeli flag, gun
A federal judge said Debra Gassman has done enough so far to show the Cook County Public Defender's office violated her First Amendment rights by forcing her to take down a photo from her office showing the ex-IDF volunteer holding a rifle in front of the Israeli flag
Retired Police Sergeant Alleges Constitutional Violations by Former Colleagues Over Parody Page
A retired police sergeant has taken legal action against his former colleagues at the Village of Orland Park Police Department over allegations that they violated his First and Fourth Amendment rights following his creation of a parody Facebook...
The Meese Revolution: Steve Calabresi Pens Book on Former U.S. Attorney General
Steven G. Calabresi, the Clayton J. & Henry R. Barber Professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, recently released a book titled The Meese Revolution: The Making of a Constitutional Moment (2024, Encounter Books). Co-authored by Steve Calabresi and Gary Lawson, the book delves into the influential tenure of former U.S. Attorney General Edwin Meese III, who served under President Ronald Reagan.
Plaintiff alleges major beauty brands' hair relaxers caused cancer
In a significant legal battle unfolding in Illinois federal court, Gracie Scurry accuses leading beauty product manufacturers like L'Oréal and Avlon Industries among others for allegedly causing her uterine cancer through prolonged use of their...
Plaintiff Alleges University Hospital's Racial Discrimination Led to Unjust Termination
A former medical assistant has filed a lawsuit against University of Illinois Hospital citing racial discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Plaintiff alleges law firm violated Age Discrimination Act
Christine M. Busanelli has filed a lawsuit against Schouest Bamdas Soshea Benmaier & Eastham PLLC alleging age discrimination leading to wrongful termination under ADEA violations.
Plaintiff alleges research center failed to accommodate religious practices
Adriena Turner has filed a lawsuit against her former employer alleging religious discrimination after they failed to accommodate her Jehovah's Witness practices.
Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer G & W Electric Company Violated Pregnancy Discrimination Laws
Jazmine Sanchez has filed a lawsuit against G & W Electric Company alleging pregnancy discrimination after being denied reasonable accommodations during her pregnancy leading up to an abrupt termination.
Plaintiff alleges racial discrimination by former employer Advanced Technology Services
Antavis M. Chism has filed a lawsuit against Advanced Technology Services alleging racial discrimination and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 after facing alleged workplace harassment and wrongful termination due to...