Monthly Archives: January 2025
Illinois Woman Shot at Bar Files Premises Liability Lawsuit
A Joliet woman has filed a personal injury lawsuit under a theory of negligent security after she was shot in the shoulder inside the Terrace Inn Lounge on Gardner Street. According to the plaintiff’s lawsuit, on May 29, 2023, the Terrace Inn sold John Foster, an allegedly intoxicated person, a large quantity of alcohol…. Read More »
Joliet Slammers Sued After Child Struck in the Head with a Baseball
It used to be that you could not sue baseball teams for injuries that occurred with foul balls striking onlookers. Every individual in the stadium assumed the risk of being struck by a baseball simply by attending the game. However, more effort has been placed into protecting fans from foul balls in recent years,… Read More »
Starbucks Sued in Illinois Slip and Fall
An Illinois woman has filed a personal injury slip and fall lawsuit against a Starbucks nestled within a Target. The plaintiff is suing both Starbucks and Target for injuries she sustained during the slip and fall alleging both negligence and premises liability. According to the lawsuit, the plaintiff suffered severe and permanent injuries, physical… Read More »
Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Illinois DOC After Death of Inmate
The family of a man who died while in custody has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Corrections. The 51-year-old man died while requesting medical attention for his medical condition. According to the family, the actions of the defendants breached the duty of care the state owes to prisoners in… Read More »