Can You Sue the Bar That Served a Drunk Driver in Illinois?
Key Takeaways Yes. Illinois’s Dram Shop Act lets a person hurt by a drunk driver sue the bar, restaurant or liquor store whose alcohol caused the driver’s intoxication, on top of the claim against the driver. You do not have to prove the bar was careless or that the driver looked drunk. You have to […]
Who Is Liable in a Bus Accident in Illinois?
Key Takeaways The company or public body that operated the bus is usually liable for its driver’s negligence. Another driver, a mechanic or a parts maker can share the blame. Who ran the bus decides your deadline. A lawsuit against the CTA, Pace or a public school district must be filed within one year. Most […]