The Mayor said my client was a “weasel” for reporting her to the Illinois State Police. Then she fired him. On Friday, a federal jury said she retaliated against a whistleblower and ordered her to pay punitive damages out of…
The Seventh Circuit revived a civil rights case against Indiana police officers accused of targeting an Illinois officer and her son.
CFA Society Chicago, the oldest financial analysts’ society in the world, promotes “the highest standards of ethics.” According to a lawsuit filed this week in federal court, its CEO subjected female staff to racist and sexist abuse and fired two…
A federal judge ruled that citizens who had their private phone calls secretly recorded by police may hold officers accountable through a class action lawsuit.
Losing your job is one of the most disorienting things that can happen in your professional life. But the days immediately after a termination are critical, and what you do (or don’t do) can make or break any legal rights…
Jeff was once again named to the prestigious Super Lawyers list for 2026, an honor he has earned multiple times.
In my first year of law school, I rarely had time to pick up the guitar. During my third year, that guitar helped shape my career.
Punished for speaking up at work? This may be illegal retaliation by your employer. Learn how to identify retaliatory actions in the workplace, document everything, and protect your employee rights.
In a win for privacy rights, a Cook County Chancery Division court entered a $4 million judgment against a man who placed hidden cameras in a women’s restroom. Learn the story behind this case and what it means for protecting…
Need answers about hidden camera lawsuits or privacy invasion legal rights? Learn what to do, how to sue, and how victims get compensation for privacy violations.
A recent court ruling under the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act reinforces protections for employees speaking out against workplace harassment. Learn how this decision impacts employee rights and workplace accountability.
A lawsuit was settled involving allegations that a deputy with the Union County Sheriff’s Office unlawfully used a taser on a homeless individual experiencing a mental health crisis.
Jeff was selected for the 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers list, marking the fifth time he has received this recognition.
A former manager at Rick’s Cabaret, a prominent Chicago strip club, has filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after reporting sexual harassment.
A federal court’s landmark decision applied the Illinois Civil Rights Remedies Restoration Act retroactively to restore remedies in an ongoing Title IX civil rights lawsuit.
American Greetings, a leading manufacturer of greeting cards, will face a jury trial to decide its responsibility for subjecting a female employee to sexual harassment by a Jewel-Osco manager.
Former Village of North Riverside Mayor Ken Krochmal was found guilty of defaming the president of the police union during the 2013 election.
A federal court decided that a trial by jury will determine whether a female college student suffered a hostile environment on campus after reporting a sexual assault to school administrators in violation Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of…
The Village of Antioch Police Department refused to promote Dawn Geraty to Sergeant because she was a woman. Eight years later, she made history.
After reviewing the evidence, the court determined there is enough evidence to support Lucinda Parson’s retaliation claim. Jurors will now determine if the City did, in fact, unlawfully retaliate by suspending her without pay.
Chicago employment lawyer Jeffrey Kulwin discusses new laws for 2023 will help Illinois employees and their families.
The City of Danville faces allegations that top officials retaliated against a general contractor for backing the Mayor’s political opponents.
Whistleblower lawsuit alleges the Village of Lynwood fired an employee for reporting suspected legal violations by top village officials to the government.
Jeff has appeared on WGN Radio 720’s Let’s Get Legal radio program on several occasions to discuss employment law and other legal issues in the news.
A federal court has ruled that a former Calumet City employee stated a claim for relief based on allegations that she was not re-appointed to work as a Freedom of Information Act Officer because of her political affiliation with the…
The Illinois Appellate Court unanimously affirmed the jury verdict and fraud judgment awarded to a computer software engineer who claimed his partner tricked him into closing their proprietary trading company to take all of the profits for himself.
Jeff appeared on WGN Radio 720’s Let’s Get Legal show to answer listener questions about employment law on Labor Day weekend.
The City of Danville discriminated and retaliated against a former supervisor, according to a new civil rights lawsuit.
The Village of North Riverside is retaliating against Detective Sergeant Frank Schmalz for filing a civil rights lawsuit by refusing to follow a court order directing the Village to pay his line-of-duty disability pension benefits, according to allegations in a…
Federal judge rules railroad-employer must face trial on invasion of privacy claims.
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a law that provides legal protection to those who may require additional time off from their workplace due to medical reasons or family needs.
Class action lawsuit alleges the Village of Antioch Police Department illegally surveilled and recorded thousands of private, non-emergency calls of citizens.
Chicago employees who face unpredictable work shifts finally get a break: the Fair Workweek” ordinance takes full effect for 2021.
Congress extends paid leave options under Families First Coronavirus Relief Act if employers choose to allow it.
A Charleston nursing student was terminated for reporting he was being harassed at work based on his sexual orientation, according to a new federal lawsuit.
The Tech Safety App can help identify technology-facilitated harassment, stalking or abuse.
Here is an important list for employees and employers: 50 (!) common types of unlawful employment discrimination.
It can be difficult to discuss personal medical concerns at work. Here is an interesting article for employees who are worried about COVID and going back to the office.
When lawyers who typically represent employers write an article to discourage the use of COVID-19 waivers, it is probably worth reading.
A Cook County jury’s $2.5 million verdict in a partnership dispute was one of the top 50 verdicts in Illinois in 2019.
The Village of North Riverside, the former mayor and former police chief will face trial on claims they violated Sergeant Frank Schmalz’s First Amendment rights, a federal judge ruled.
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provides 2 weeks of paid leave to eligible employees who need leave because they have been advised by a health care provider to stay home or self-quarantine due to concerns related to coronavirus.
A female employee who alleged she was sexually harassed by a store manger who worked for a different employer can proceed with sex discrimination claims against her employer, and the store manager’s employer, a judge ruled.
A new Charge of Discrimination alleges that Ethan Richardson was terminated by Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System for reporting he was being harassed by coworkers because he is gay.
A Chicago nursing home fired a nurse supervisor for whistleblowing about COVID-19 safety issues, according to a lawsuit filed today.
A federal court advanced a female student’s Title IX lawsuit alleging she was mistreated after she reported a sexual assault to college officials.
The City of Danville’s only Black administrative assistant filed a civil rights lawsuit alleging she was the victim of race discrimination and retaliation.
Four state employees filed a civil rights lawsuit alleging that Command staff officers for the Illinois State Police and Illinois Tollway retaliated against veteran employees for speaking out about corruption.
A State’s Attorney alleged he was sexually harassed by his supervisor when they worked in the McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office.
Female workers file class action lawsuit for invasion of privacy, negligence and sexual harassment after finding hidden camera in Clinic bathroom.
What is age discrimination? Age discrimination involves treating employees over 40 years of age unfavorably because of their age.
A Cook County jury’s $10 million-dollar invasion of privacy, negligence award for seven women who worked at a hospital was one of the top 20 verdicts in Illinois in 2018.
Jury awards $2.5 million to a computer software engineer who claimed his former business partner defrauded him and stole the business.
What is sex discrimination? Sex discrimination involves treating someone unfavorably because of their sex. The law prohibits sex discrimination in employment.
Seven hospital employees were awarded over $10 million for invasion of privacy and negligent supervision claims.
A federal court ordered the Village of Antioch to promote Dawn Geraty to Sergeant five months after she won her sex discrimination lawsuit.
The Village of Antioch twice refused to promote one of its most senior police officers because she was a woman, according to a federal jury.
A whistleblower’s claim that a large Chicago contractor over-billed the government on affordable housing construction projects will be decided by a jury, a federal court ruled.
A construction manager who was wrongfully fired and falsely accused of taking bribes was awarded $3.2 million in damages by a jury.
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