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Grady lawsuit gathering evidence before motion filing

By Alexander Chettiath | March 10, 2016

The unlawful termination case brought against NIU by Don Grady, former NIU police chief, may be completed with obtaining evidence within 60 days.In 2013, Grady was fired due to the NIU Police Department’s alleged mishandling of a criminal sexual assault...

Grady’s racial discrimination lawsuit moves ahead

By Jackie Nevarez | January 20, 2015

Judge Harry Leinenweber, in a 26-page decision, has allowed for the civil rights lawsuit of Don Grady, former NIU Police chief, to proceed.Grady attorney Michael Fox said this decision allows him to acquire more information to move the case forward, including...

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Grady sues for job, citing discrimination

By Kelly Bauer | February 20, 2014

Don Grady, the NIU Police Department’s former chief, wants his job back with a public apology from the university, back pay and damages.Grady has filed a civil rights lawsuit against the Board of Trustees and former NIU President John Peters, among...

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Grady believes race played a role in punishment

By Kelly Bauer | February 21, 2013

Don Grady, former NIU police chief, believes race may have played a role in his dismissal. Grady’s attorney, Michael Fox, said he and his client do not believe Grady was treated fairly when compared to other employees who have faced disciplinary action...

Grady, former NIU police chief, will fight termination

Grady, former NIU police chief, will fight termination

By Kelly Bauer | February 20, 2013

NIU Police Chief Donald Grady will fight his termination through “every avenue of due process available,” according to his attorney, Michael Fox. News that Grady had been terminated was released Tuesday evening. According to Grady’s notice of termination,...