23 Illinois opinions name it 2 courts 1985–2025 6 in the last five years
The cases below were cited by Illinois courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.
| Case | Followed | Cited |
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In re Estate of Hanleygreen2 sentences2020See id. 26 ¶ 60 Next, the Thomas defendants argue the summary judgment issue is moot and Angela is judicially estopped from pursing her claim against the Thomas defendants. 2019See id. ¶ 60 Next, the Thomas defendants argue the summary judgment issue is moot and Angela is judicially estopped from pursing her claim against the Thomas defendants. | 2 | 2 |
Wilson v. Jacksongreen2 sentences2020In response, Angela argues that the issue is not moot, judicial estoppel does not apply, and the Thomas defendants should be sanctioned for raising these arguments. ¶ 61 “An issue is moot when intervening events have rendered it impossible for a reviewing court to grant the complaining party effectual relief.” Wilson v. Jackson, 312 Ill. 2019In response, Angela argues that the issue is not moot, judicial estoppel does not apply, and the Thomas defendants should be sanctioned for raising these arguments. ¶ 61 “An issue is moot when intervening events have rendered it impossible for a reviewing court to grant the complaining party effectual relief.” Wilson v. Jackson, 312 Ill. | 2 | 2 |
Kinkel v. Cingular Wireless, LLCgreen2 sentences2008See also Kinkel v. Cingular Wireless LLC, 223 Ill. 2d 1, 15-19 (2006). 2008See also Kinkel v. Cingular Wireless, LLC, 223 Ill. 2d 1, 15-19 (2006). | 2 | 2 |
Employment Div., Dept. of Human Resources of Ore. v. Smithred2 sentences2004Ed. 2d 876, 885-86 , 110 S. Ct. 1595, 1602 (1990), the Supreme Court limited the applicability of the Sherbert/Thomas test, holding that a law is valid under the free exercise clause, despite its effect on religion, if it is neutral and generally applicable. 2004Ed. 2d 876, 885-86 , 110 S. Ct. 1595, 1600 (1990), the Supreme Court limited the applicability of the Sherbert/Thomas test, holding that a law is valid under the free exercise clause, despite its effect on religion, if it is neutral and generally applicable. | 2 | 2 |
People v. Dowalibygreen2 sentences2006No direct evidence was presented in this case, only evidence that defendant had “motive and opportunity.” “Opportunity alone, however, is not sufficient to sustain a conviction unless the State can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that no one else had the opportunity to commit the crime.” People v. Dowaliby, 221 Ill. 2006No direct evidence was presented in this case, only evidence that defendant had “motive and opportunity.” “Opportunity alone, however, is not sufficient to sustain a conviction unless the State can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that no one else had the opportunity to commit the crime.” People v. Dowaliby, 221 Ill. | 1 | 2 |
In Re Conservatorship of Stevensongreen1 sentence2025See In re Estate of Stevenson, 44 Ill. 2d at 530 (holding a party’s condition may be placed in controversy “irrespective of who has raised the issue”). | 1 | 1 |
Hedrick-Koroll v. Bagleygreen1 sentence2022See, e.g., Hedrick-Koroll v. Bagley, 352 Ill. | 1 | 1 |
In Re Marriage of Peters-Farrellgreen1 sentence2022“The existence of a real dispute is not a mere technicality but, rather, is a prerequisite to the exercise of this court’s jurisdiction.” In re Marriage of Peters- Farrell, 216 Ill. 2d 287, 291 (2005). ¶ 25 In the case at bar, Thomas’s challenge concerning the trial court’s extensions of the emergency order of protection is moot because the emergency order of protection is no longer in effect, and therefore, even an appellate court order reversing the January 7, 2019, emergency order of protection and each of the trial court’s extensions of that order would be incapable of providing Thomas any | 1 | 1 |
In Re JTgreen1 sentence2022“An appeal is considered moot where it presents no actual controversy or where the issues involved in the trial court no longer exist because intervening events have rendered it impossible for the reviewing court to grant effectual relief to the complaining party.” In re J.T., 221 Ill. 2d 338, 349-50 (2006). | 1 | 1 |
People v. Jamesgreen1 sentence2021Taken together, it was manifest that Thomas was seeking materials pertaining to his case in the Public Defender’s possession. ¶ 28 Although the trial court is not obligated to consider a pro se motion for discovery while a petitioner is represented (People v. James, 362 Ill. | 1 | 1 |
In Re Marriage of Dobbsgreen1 sentence2020See Dobbs, 358 Ill. | 1 | 1 |
First Capitol Mortgage Corp. v. Talandis Construction Corp.green2 sentences2009The Conclusion in Thomas’ Appeal Because we have concluded that Thomas’ brief demonstrates prima facie reversible error as to both arguments he raises on appeal, pursuant to Talandis Construction Corp., 63 Ill. 2d at 133 , 345 N.E.2d at 495 , we reverse and remand for further proceedings. 2009The Conclusion in Thomas’ Appeal Because we have concluded that Thomas’ brief demonstrates prima facie reversible error as to both arguments he raises on appeal, pursuant to Talandis Construction Corp., 63 Ill. 2d at 133 , 345 N.E.2d at 495 , we reverse and remand for further proceedings. | 1 | 1 |
Moline National Bank v. Flemminggreen1 sentence1985In Moline Nat’l Bank v. Flemming, 91 Ill. | 1 | 1 |
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| No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Illinois. Read the followed side critically anyway. | ||
| Case | Cited | Years |
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People v. Thomas
green
2 sentences2021Although the Thomas defendant stated repeatedly that he would kill the victim, he also departed the victim’s home while she was still alive, saying “he would see her again.” Thomas, 127 Ill. 2021Although the Thomas defendant stated repeatedly that he would kill the victim, he also departed the victim’s home while she was still alive, saying “he would see her again.” Thomas, 127 Ill. | 3 | 2021–2021 |
Seymour v. Collins
green
2 sentences2025Id. 2019Seymour, 2015 IL 118432, ¶ 42 . ¶ 68 Angela argues that the trial court erred in granting the Thomas defendants’ motion for summary judgment on the basis that Dr. Thomas, as an on-call physician, did not owe Donald a duty of care. | 2 | 2019–2025 |
Village of Evergreen Park v. Commonwealth Edison Co.
green
2 sentences2011A review of our case law on the distinction is instructive. ¶ 18 Our court's decision in Village of Evergreen Park v. Commonwealth Edison Co., 296 Ill.App.3d 810 , 231 Ill.Dec. 220 , 695 N.E.2d 1339 (1998), discusses an example of a reparations claim. 2011A review of our case law on the distinction is instructive. ¶ 18 Our court's decision in Village of Evergreen Park v. Commonwealth Edison Co., 296 Ill.App.3d 810 , 231 Ill.Dec. 220 , 695 N.E.2d 1339 (1998), discusses an example of a reparations claim. | 2 | 2011–2011 |
Wagner v. City of Chicago
green
2 sentences1996(See Wagner, 166 Ill. 2d at 153-55 , 651 N.E.2d at 1124-25 .) The Wagner court stated that "the use which plaintiff made of the road is not prohibited.” (Wagner, 166 Ill. 2d at 154 , 651 N.E.2d at 1125 .) The Wagner opinion clearly dictates that the focus of our analysis of section 3 — 102(a) is whether the use of the road is an intended and permitted use, given the broadest definition possible, which is for "travel.” (See Wagner, 166 Ill. 2d at 153-55 , 651 N.E.2d at 1124-25 .) Following Wagner, Thomas’ claim is not barred by section 3 — 102(a) of the Tort Immunity Act. 1996(See Wagner, 166 Ill. 2d at 153-55 , 651 N.E.2d at 1124-25 .) The Wagner court stated that "the use which plaintiff made of the road is not prohibited.” (Wagner, 166 Ill. 2d at 154 , 651 N.E.2d at 1125 .) The Wagner opinion clearly dictates that the focus of our analysis of section 3 — 102(a) is whether the use of the road is an intended and permitted use, given the broadest definition possible, which is for "travel.” (See Wagner, 166 Ill. 2d at 153-55 , 651 N.E.2d at 1124-25 .) Following Wagner, Thomas’ claim is not barred by section 3 — 102(a) of the Tort Immunity Act. | 1 | 1996–1996 |
People v. Bainter
neutral
1 sentence1989The circuit judge ruled that under the appellate court’s decision in People v. Bainter, 154 Ill. | 1 | 1989–1989 |
Bruton v. United States
green
1 sentence1987Ed. 2d 476, 480 , 88 S. Ct. 1620, 1623 .) We therefore conclude that the trial court did not abuse its discretion in denying Thomas’ motion for severance. | 1 | 1987–1987 |
People v. Trass
green
2 sentences1986Moreover, Thomas’ reliance on People v. Trass (1985), 136 Ill. 1986App. 3d 455, 460-61 , 483 N.E.2d 567 .) Here, in contrast, Patterson’s defense was not antagonistic to Thomas’ defense, and Patterson’s redacted statement, even when considered with other evidence, did not directly conflict with Thomas’ defense. | 1 | 1986–1986 |
Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.
Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.