Chicago Injury Lawyer Blog
Under the Illinois Liquor Control Act (“Dram Shop Act”), third parties who are injured by an intoxicated person may have a cause of action for damages against the seller of alcoholic liquor, who by selling or giving alcoholic liquor, causes the intoxication of such person. In many cases, the Act provides a remedy to individuals who are innocent victims injured in car accidents and bar fights. The Act provides no remedy for intoxicated persons who themselves are injured.
The amount of damages that may be sought against a bar or restaurant under the Act is limited in amount by statute and is specified by year.