Illinois Supreme Court Rules on Social Host Liability
The Illinois Supreme Court recently handed down a decision affecting the liability of social hosts. In Bell v. Hutsell, Daniel Bell, an 18-year-old man, consumed alcohol at a friend’s house during a party and soon after, he died in an automobile accident. Bell’s family filed a wrongful death lawsuit and the case found its way […]
Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Office Party Injuries?
The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it the annual company party. We’ve all heard the horror stories of office parties gone awry – falling trees, stumbling and intoxicated coworkers, bad food or perhaps even a slip and fall on some spilled punch. But what happens if someone gets injured at an office party? […]
Be Wary of Illinois Social Host Liability Law During the Holidays
The last thing we want to worry about during the holiday season is personal injury and wrongful death. However, every host and parent needs to be aware of a premises liability doctrine known as the Illinois’ Social Host Liability Law and how it may effect the manner in which you conduct your next holiday party. […]