Don’t Cry Over Spilled Wine

In Babich v. Copernicus Foundation, the Illinois First District Court of Appeals addressed a slip-and-fall case involving an attendee who fractured an ankle after slipping on spilled wine. The court examined the owner’s duty of care and awareness of the spill, emphasizing the obligations of premises owners and the difficulties in proving negligence. Explore the court’s approach and its implications for future cases.

Illinois Senate Bill 1596—Employers’ Civil Liability to Employees

On March 14, 2019, the Illinois House passed Senate Bill 1596, amending the Workers’ Compensation Act. This bill permits civil actions for previously barred claims, particularly for latent diseases like asbestos exposure. As it awaits Governor Pritzker’s signature, employers may face significant implications. Will this legislation revive time-barred claims? Explore its impact on Illinois employers and employees.