Courts and Legal News

“Today’s landmark vote by the Illinois General Assembly finally brings marriage equality to the land of Lincoln.
In an effort to raise awareness about human trafficking, Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle, along with the Commission on Women’s Issues, is sponsoring a public hearing, “Ending the Exploitation of Women & Girls.” The event takes place at 9:0
This month's Law Library Brown Bag Lunch Discussion topic is Voting Rights, a particularly timely issue as this month marks both the 48th anniversary of President Lyndon Johnson’s signing of the Voting Rights Act and the 50th anniversary of the March
“Today’s landmark Supreme Court decision finally entitles married same-sex couples to the federal benefits they deserve.
Efficiency is one of the cornerstones of justice. Efficient administration of justice promotes a speedy trial and all of its attendant benefits.