May 2008

Litigation Update:
First District Appellate Court Sends Confusing Signals Regarding Jury's Consideration of Fault of Settling Parties

By: Alexis Widlak, Chicago Office

A defendant or someone who the plaintiff could have sued settles with the plaintiff before trial. Should the jury be allowed to consider that party's fault when assessing the fault of the remaining defendants? Chicago associate Alexis Widlak provides an analysis of the very confusing decisions of the First District Appellate Court addressing this issue.

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Construction Alert:
Illinois H.B. 2094 Seeks to Reinstate the Structural Work Act

By: Richard Turiello, Joliet, IL Office

Legislators are attempting to bring the Structural Work Act back to life. Legislation was introduced in Springfield on April, 11 2008 that would bring back the law that was repealed in 1995. Chicago associate Rich Turiello provides an analysis of the proposal.

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Transportation Law Update:
Recent Changes in Teen Driving Laws

By: Jessica O'Neill, Chicago Office

Although young drivers are only a small portion of the overall driving population, they represent a disproportionate share of the total amount of fatal accidents. Recent changes in Illinois law seek to address this concern. Chicago associate Jessica O'Neill provides an overview of the recent amendments.

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Governmental Liability Update:
Illinois Supreme Court Holds Local Public Entity Is Not Immune From Liability When An Action Is Brought For Retailiatory Discharge

By: Mary McClellan, Chicago Office

Chicago associate Mary McClellan writes on a recent decision finding that local public entities do not have immunity under the Tort Immunity Act for claims of retaliatory discharge.

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Case Results

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Congratulations to our client Russ Weil on signing a free agent contract with the St. Louis Rams.

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Querrey & Harrow Teams With Chicago White Sox and The Score, Chicago Sports Radio

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