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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Pat Fitzgerald. The former coach is suing Northwestern for $130 million in damages after being fired in July 2023.

Defense motion to dismiss Pat Fitzgerald’s lawsuit against NU, Schill denied

April 3, 2024

The Circuit Court of Cook County denied a defense motion to dismiss former head football coach Pat Fitzgerald’s breach of contract and defamation lawsuit against Northwestern and University President...

Fitzgerald is seeking more than $130 million in compensatory damages related to his termination last July.

Judge sets April 2025 trial date, encourages settlement in Pat Fitzgerald lawsuit

February 13, 2024

A judge for the Illinois Circuit Court for Cook County encouraged both parties to settle out of court in former head football coach Pat Fitzgerald’s breach of contract and defamation lawsuit against...

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