Pritzker Signs Bill Expanding Toxic Exposure Lawsuits, Drawing Criticism From Business Leaders

SPRINGFIELD Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation last week, which led the American Tort Reform Association to label Illinois a “Lawsuit Inferno.” Senate Bill 328, sponsored by Illinois Senate President Don Harmon expands jurisdiction for claims alleging injury or illness resulting from exposure to toxic substances. Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie said Democrats have once again chosen to reward trial lawyers at the expense of job creators.