Law Alerts

Law Alerts

Supreme Court’s Student Admissions Decision Opens the Door to Lawsuits Challenging Employer DEI Initiatives

Employer DEI initiatives are facing challenges in light of the Supreme Court’s recent student admissions decision. Read more here.

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The Departments of Justice and Education Issue Guidance for Higher Education Institutions on Lawful Diversity and Equity Measures

The United States Departments of Justice and Education released written guidance to assist colleges and universities in understanding the decision to invalidate the use of race in student admissions. Read more here.

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New School Year – New Teacher Rules

Read more about the recent modifications made to tenure qualifications for teachers here.

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Bill Requiring Cash Reserve Reduction Plans Becomes Law

Public Act 103-0394 has recently been signed into law by Governor Pritzker. Read more here.

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Governor Signs Legislation Allowing Certain Non-Citizens to Become Deputy Sheriffs and Police Officers in Illinois

Governor Pritzker has signed legislation that will allow certain non-citizens to become deputy sheriffs and police officers in Illinois. Read more here.

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Use of Race Conscious Measures in Student Admission Decisions are Unconstitutional…

The United States Supreme Court has declared the use of race conscious measures in student admission decisions as unconstitutional. Read more here.

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Protections for Student Witnesses in Teacher Dismissal Hearings Signed into Law

Governor Pritzker has signed protections for student witnesses in teacher dismissal hearings into law. Read more about the update here.

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Department of Education Postpones Release of Amended Title IX Regulations, Gives New Target Date of October 2023

The release of the updated Title IX Regulations has been delayed until October 2023. Schools should be ready for potential changes and training.

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U.S. Department of Education Issues Updated Guidance on Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Schools

The U.S. Department of Education updated its Guidance on the often complicated issue of prayer and religious expression in public schools.

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