Adopting a Plausibility Standard for the Plaintiff’s Initial Burden Under Title III of the ADABy Dakotah HublerJune 2024Although the text of the Americans with Disabilities Act itself provides statutory requirements regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, the federal courts have reached different interpretations of the text of the statute as it relates to a plaintiff’s initial evidentiary burden.
Cook County Hospital: A Lesson in the History and Diversity of ChicagoBy Hon. Geraldine D’SouzaJune 2024The Cook County Hospital Building was brought back to life as a hotel and includes an on-site museum that serves as a history lesson on medical care for the county's poor and disenfranchised.
Islamophobia at the ISBA CaféBy Junaid “J” AfeefJune 2024The DEI efforts at ISBA are commendable and need to continue to be supported. In addition to the work being done, the Code of Conduct adopted three years ago must be more robustly enforced.
Making Nightlife AccessibleBy Alicia BridgesJune 2024Despite their obligations as public accommodations under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, many bars and nightlife options continue to exclude many individuals with disabilities.
President’s MessageBy Shawn S. KassermanJune 2024A note on the importance of diversity from ISBA President Shawn Kasserman.
Pursuing the Gift to Empower OthersBy Hon. Megan E. GoldishJune 2024An effective leader must use their voice to cultivate respect, learn from others, and lead by example.
Seventh Circuit Affirms Prior Decision Regarding Gender-Affirming Bathroom UseBy Jessica GalanosJune 2024In August 2023, the seventh circuit issued its decision in A.C. by M.C. v. Metropolitan School District of Martinsville, affirming the decisions of two lower courts to preliminarily enjoin two Indiana school districts from enforcing their bathroom policies.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights Turns 75By Junaid “J” AfeefJune 2024An overview of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and how it may shape human rights in the United States and worldwide in the coming years.
The World Court Hears Another Genocide Case: South Africa v. IsraelBy Junaid “J” AfeefJune 2024On December 29, 2023, the Republic of South Africa filed its “Application Instituting Proceeding" with the International Court of Justice against the State of Israel, alleging that Israel's assault on the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip constitutes a breach of the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.
