Supreme Court of Illinois - November 2003 Opinion Summaries

CHANDLER v. ILL. CENT. R.R. CO.

Civil Procedure, Injury & Tort Law
In a wrongful death action, the circuit court is reversed where it erred in 1) finding that the relation back doctrine did not apply, and 2) granting...

PEOPLE v. MASTERSON

Criminal Law & Procedure, Sentencing
In an action where defendant challenges his commitment as a sexually dangerous person, the appellate court's decision is remanded for analysis under...

PEOPLE v. KACZMAREK

Criminal Law & Procedure, Sentencing
In a murder case, the appellate court is affirmed where defendant's constitutional right to a speedy trial was not violated and is reversed where the...