On Monday, June 16, 2025, U.S. District Judge Mary M. Rowland partially denied Northwestern University’s request to dismiss Adrian Santiago’s lawsuit alleging violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act and Illinois wage and hour laws. The federal judge ruled that the former Northwestern University baseball coach could be considered an employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act, despite his initial role as a volunteer. Santiago, represented by Esbrook Law, PC, claims he performed the work of three full-time employees when three employees left the university and worked over 100 hours a week, receiving only $10,000 in compensation. While the court dismissed some of his claims, the main wage suit will proceed.