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Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

Illinois Senate Bill 328: Expansion of General Jurisdiction Over Foreign “Out-of-State” Corporations in Toxic Tort Cases

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On May 31, 2025, the Illinois General Assembly passed Senate Bill 328 (SB 328), which introduces a targeted expansion of general personal jurisdiction in Illinois civil litigation. The bill amends Section 2-209 of the...more

DLA Piper

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

McGuireWoods Consulting

Corporate Tax Changes In Illinois FY 2026 Budget Package

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The 2025 regular session of the Illinois General Assembly adjourned on June 1, 2025. The General Assembly passed a fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget package which includes corporate tax changes that will significantly impact...more

Husch Blackwell LLP

Major Changes in the Jurisdictional Laws in Illinois

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Senate Bill 328, as amended, makes significant changes to the law governing jurisdiction in Illinois, which would change Illinois from a specific jurisdiction state to a general jurisdiction state for actions that allege...more

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