Illinois Appellate Court Ruling on Forum Non Conveniens Venue Transfers

In the Illinois Appellate Court case of Brandt v. Shekar, the complexities of venue transfers under the doctrine of forum non conveniens are examined. When a plaintiff chooses a venue based on a defendant’s residence, can the court justify this choice? The appellate court’s reversal of the trial court’s denial of a venue transfer highlights the importance of injury location and convenience for all parties. This ruling could influence defense strategies in similar disputes.