First District Creates Narrow Exception to Tort Immunity Act

A recent ruling by Illinois’ First District Appellate Court has created a narrow exception to the Tort Immunity Act, raising intriguing questions about municipal liability. In a case involving a cyclist who fell in a crosswalk near a Divvy bike rental station, the court determined that the presence of the bike station indicated an intention for cyclists to use the adjacent roadway. This landmark decision challenges traditional interpretations of duty owed by municipalities and could signal a shift in how similar cases are approached. Discover the implications of this ruling and what it means for cyclists and city responsibilities.