Personal Injury
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Employer not liable for police officer/security guard's arrest of customer.
In a case successfully presented to the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana by Bullaro & Carton, P.C. on behalf of Citizens Financial Bank, the court granted summary … more
Alert Category: Indiana
Alert Type: Personal Injury
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Snow and ice removal in Illinois:
A recent Illinois Appellate Court decision held that a provision of the Snow and Ice Removal Act applies to any “sidewalk” or “walkway” that reaches or touches a residence. … more
Alert Category: Illinois
Alert Type: Business, Personal Injury
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Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act covers injuries happening in other states:
The Illinois Supreme Court recently affirmed that the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission has jurisdiction over injuries occurring outside of Illinois when the contract of hire was made … more
Alert Category: Illinois
Alert Type: Personal Injury
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New Illinois Caselaw Regarding Allocation Of Fault At Trial:
In Ready v. United/Goedecke Services, Inc., 854 N.E.2d 758 (1st Dist., 2006), the Illinois First District Appellate Court was presented with the following question: “Is a defendant who settles … more
Alert Category: Illinois
Alert Type: Personal Injury