Complicity as a Defense in Dram Shop Cases
In some dram shop cases, the defendant – typically the establishment which serves alcohol – may proclaim “complicity” as a defense against charges brought by … Continued
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Provocation as a Defense in Dram Shop Cases
In some dram shop cases, the defendant – typically the establishment which serves alcohol – may proclaim “provocation” as a defense against charges brought by … Continued
Read More.Drug or Alcohol Impaired Minor Responsibility Act
According to Chapter 1, Section II. C. [1.20] of the Illinois Dramshop Practice Act handbook issued by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE): … Continued
Read More.Dram Shop Cases Against Social Hosts who Provide Alcohol to Adults
Under Illinois state law, social hosts who provide an alcoholic beverage as simple courtesy or politeness are protected from the legal liability commonly associated with … Continued
Read More.Lost Domestic and Parental Services in Dram Shop Cases
In dram shop cases, lost domestic/parental services – or lost “means of support” – typically refers to an individual’s wage-earning ability rather than a literal … Continued
Read More.Lost Spousal Support in Dram Shop Cases
In some dram shop cases, a spouse may be compensated for lost spousal support, including lost income. According to Chapter 1, Section II. 6 [1.12] … Continued
Read More.Lost Wages and Lost Means of Support in Dram Shop Cases
In dram shop cases, “lost wages” and “loss of means of support” are both categories of potential compensation for plaintiffs; however, both types cannot be … Continued
Read More.Why is it Called “Dram Shop Law?”
“Dram shop” refers to any bar, tavern, club, restaurant, liquor store, or other commercial establishments in which alcoholic drinks are bought and sold, while a … Continued
Read More.Should I Hire a Lawyer for a Dram Shop Issue?
As is the case in all personal injury claims, compensation for your injuries and losses requires that you establish a few essential factors: The defendant … Continued
Read More.What is Illinois’s Dram Shop Law?
According to 235 ILCS 5/6-21(a) of Illinois state law: “Every person who is injured within this State, in person or in property, by any intoxicated … Continued
Read More.Faulty Gates or Fences
A swimming pool’s gate or fence is supposed to guard the pool from people attempting to enter in the off-hours when there is no supervision … Continued
Read More.Drain Entrapment
Swimming pool drains are supposed to filter the water of a pool and work it through its pump system. However, there are many instances of … Continued
Read More.Electrocution at a Pool
One less common but still relevant type of pool accident is an electrocution accident. These occur due to faulty wiring in the pool or electrical … Continued
Read More.Drowning in a Pool
Though a day at the pool should be considered fun and relaxing, there are many risks that a pool owner may allow through improper inspection … Continued
Read More.Swimming Pool Drain Injury
Swimming pool drains are meant to be there to filter the pool water’s dirt and debris and run it through the pool’s pump and filtration … Continued
Read More.Spinal Cord Pool Accidents
Though we go to pools to have a fun and relaxing day, there are a variety of risks that accompany such a visit. When pool … Continued
Read More.Slip and Fall Near Pool
Obviously, swimming pools have wet surfaces all over the premises from people coming out of the pool and walking around. There is an inherent danger … Continued
Read More.Negligent Lifeguards
We all trust lifeguards to, quite literally, guard our lives as well as those of our loved ones when we are in the pool or … Continued
Read More.Diving Board Waterslide
Diving boards and waterslides are meant to be fun, recreational aspects of a pool. But in order to be enjoyed, they have to be safe, … Continued
Read More.Defective Swimming Pool
Many people love the relaxation that comes with laying poolside and taking a dip in the hot summer days. But, we rarely consider the risks … Continued
Read More.Defective Pool Gates
Pool gates are meant to prevent any accidents in a pool once it is closed and there is no staff available to ensure the safety … Continued
Read More.Child Drowning
Pools and beaches can be a destination for some quality time with your family and children. Unfortunately, these days can suddenly go very wrong. According … Continued
Read More.Beach Accidents & Drownings
A trip to the beach can be a fun family getaway or a romantic date, but when the beach does not follow proper precautions to … Continued
Read More.Apartment Pool Drowning
Swimming pools are typically for fun or relaxing days in the summer, but sometimes, things can go south quickly and unexpectedly. The Center for Disease … Continued
Read More.After I’m Injured
After you are injured in a premises liability accident, there are a few things that you should keep in mind and consider in a timely … Continued
Read More.What Can I Recover
After a premises liability lawsuit in Illinois, you, as the plaintiff, may be able to recover some monetary damages. First, it is important to note … Continued
Read More.Premises Liability Accident Stats
Premises liability lawsuits, when the plaintiff was injured on the defendant’s property due to their negligence in exercising reasonable care for their entrants, are more … Continued
Read More.IL Premises Liability
Each state has different statutes describing premises liability law as it is enforced in their state. In Illinois, the Illinois Premises Liability Act was created … Continued
Read More.Dram Shop Owners
A premises liability accident is when a person gets injured on another party’s property. When this happens, as long as the injured party is not … Continued
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