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The mission of ISBA Tort Law Section
- To enhance the knowledge and professional capabilities of lawyers who devote their time to the practice of tort law in all its substantive branches both on behalf of Plaintiffs and Defendants;
- To disseminate current tort law information, such as proposed legislation and case law to members and explain any impact it may have on members’ tort practices;
- To educate tort practitioners in the substantive branches of tort law through continuing legal education programs Tort Trends publications, and use of its listservs;
- To promote diversity among its membership;
- To encourage mentoring programs in conjunction with the young lawyers division encouraging and offering advise to younger lawyers desiring to investigate the practice of tort law;
- To promote and encourage the professional, civil, and ethical practice of tort law at all times; and
- To promote improvements in the tort system, to protect the rights of tort litigants, and ensure the administration of justice.
Related Articles
Current Newsletter — October 2025
- Sounding in Healing Arts Malpractice: Which Allegations Are Noisy Enough To Require a 2-622 Report?
- Upcoming & Recent CLE Opportunities From the Tort Law Section Council
- Venue Battles: Understanding and Defending Against Motions To Transfer Under Forum Non Conveniens
- ISBA 2025 Solo and Small Firm Conference Photos
Recent Related Cases
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Illinois Emergency Medical Services Act | 5th Dist.
Illinois Appellate Court / Civil
Gabriel v. Alton Memorial Hospital, 2025 IL App (5th) 240729 (November 26, 2025) Madison Co. (McHANEY) Affirmed. -
Tort Immunity Act
Illinois Appellate Court / Civil
Haase v. Kankakee School District 111, 2025 IL 131420 (November 20, 2025) (CUNNINGHAM) Appellate court judgment reversed, circuit court judgment affirmed. -
Apparent Agency | 4th Dist.
Illinois Appellate Court / Civil
Martin v. Layman, 2025 IL App (4th) 240278 (November 19, 2025) Winnebago Co. (STEIGMANN) Affirmed in part, reversed in part, remanded. -
Tort Law | 2d Dist.
Illinois Appellate Court / Civil
McKelvy v. Menzies, 2025 IL App (2d) 240138 (November 14, 2025) Lake Co. (SCHOSTOK) Affirmed. -
Jury Instructions | 1st Dist.
Illinois Appellate Court / Civil
Evard v. Monsanto Co., 2025 IL App (1st) 241235 (November 13, 2025) 4th Div./Cook Co. (NAVARRO) Affirmed.
Upcoming CLE
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December 12 | Chicago
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December 18 | Online
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February 24 to June 30 | Online
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March 3 | Online
Tools and Resources
- Tort Law discussion group is available to section members via the Tort Law community in ISBA Central
- The Tort Law Section directory is available to all ISBA members
- Useful links
Leadership
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