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Out-of-State Companies Face Increased Litigation Risk Under Illinois's Proposed Jurisdictional Law

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Illinois is known for large verdicts in toxic tort cases, and the state has become a prime venue for forum shopping by plaintiffs’ attorneys. Illinois Senate Bill 328, if signed into law, will make it easier for plaintiffs to...more

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Oklahoma Supreme Court Quashes Noneconomic Damages Cap for Personal Injury Claims

A divided Oklahoma Supreme Court recently invalidated the $350,000 noneconomic damages cap on pain and suffering in personal injury lawsuits. In Beason v. I.E. Miller Services, Inc., the court held that the statutory damages...more

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Illinois Police Officer Drug and Alcohol Tests Raise Constitutional Questions

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• Illinois expanded the Police and Community Relations Improvement Act (PCRIA) to add special procedures for officers involved in incidents where their firearm is discharged causing injury or death to an individual. • New...more

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