To Save or Not to Save? Protected Health Information and the Changing Landscape of Protective Orders in Illinois

In the landmark case of *Haage v. Zavala*, the Illinois appellate court has raised critical questions about the intersection of state and federal privacy laws regarding Protected Health Information (PHI). As liability insurers in Cook County face uncertainty, the court’s ruling could reshape how PHI is handled in litigation. With potential implications for the return and destruction of medical records, insurers may need to rethink their strategies in light of HIPAA regulations. Discover how this decision could impact the future of insurance law and what it means for your practice. Read on to learn more!