Duffy v. Illinois Dept. of Human Rights

Petitioner, John P Duffy, appeals the decision of the Illinois Human Rights Commission (Commission) adopting its administrative law judge’s December 1, 2003, recommended order and decision to grant the motion to dismiss of respondents, Christie Clinic, PC., and Dr. Ellen E. Roney (collectively, the Clinic). On appeal, petitioner argues that the Commission erred in dismissing his complaint where he alleged facts sufficient to show the Clinic operated a “place of public accommodation,” as defined by article 5 of the Human Rights Act (Act) (775 ILCS 5/5-101 through 5-103 (West 2000)). We affirm.

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