This series consists of cases brought by or against the government. They do not include criminal cases, lawsuits against law enforcement, lawsuits based on the management of jails and prisons, immigration, or lawsuits against the government in its capacity as an employer. Those lawsuits are (or will be) summarised elsewhere. For further context, please readContinue reading “Judge Barrett on Government II”
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Judge Barrett on Employment Law III
Before reading this summary, please read the overview for context. Vega v. Chicago Park District (2020) In 2011, Lydia Vega had worked for the Chicago Park District for almost 25 years and had held the position of park supervisor for seven. [2] Then, one or two anonymous individuals reported to the Park District that Ms.Continue reading “Judge Barrett on Employment Law III”
Judge Barrett on Employment Law I
Before reading this summary, please read the overview for context. Grussgott v. Milwaukee Jewish Day School, Inc. (2018) Judge Barrett listed this as number 6 of the ten (actually eleven) most important cases she decided while serving on the Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. She described the case as follows: Miriam Grussgot, [sic]Continue reading “Judge Barrett on Employment Law I”
Judge Barrett on Employment Law II
Before reading this summary, please read the overview for context. Graham v. Arctic Zone Iceplex, LLC (2019) James Graham, Jr. was hired as head mechanic and maintenance supervisor at the ice rink Arctic Zone. [2] He was never an ideal employee: customers complained about his attitude; the staff didn’t like it either; and he rarelyContinue reading “Judge Barrett on Employment Law II”
Legally Competent 