FOIA

Village of Dolton Directed to Comply with FOIA Request February 9, 2024 Introduction In an era where transparency and accountability are paramount, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) serves as a crucial tool for journalists, researchers, and the general public in accessing public records. However, navigating FOIA requests can often be complex and challenging, especially […]

Illinois General Assembly Considers FOIA Bills

Attorney-Client Privilege and FOIA – International Association of Fire Fighters Local 4646 v. The Village of Oak Brook January 3, 2024 On January 3, 2024, the Appellate Court of Illinois, Third District, issued its Opinion in International Ass’n of Fire Fighters Local 4646 v. Village of Oak Brook, 2024 IL App (3d) 220466 which resolved

A Detailed Analysis of the Makiel v Foxx FOIA Ruling What Was the Makiel v Foxx Case About? The Makiel v Foxx case revolved around Daniel Makiel, the plaintiff, who filed a complaint against Kimberly Foxx, in her official capacity as the State’s Attorney of Cook County. Makiel sought “in part a declaration that section

Illinois PAC Finds That Non-Disclosure Agreement Is Not Exempt From FOIA Under Exemption 7(1)(g) A reporter filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request with a city for a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) between the city and a private company regarding a development project. The city denied this request, citing FOIA exemption 7(1)(g), which protects certain

In Hart v Illinois State Police, Illinois Supreme Court Rules That Individuals Cannot FOIA Their FOID Card Information In Hart v Illinois State Police, Illinois Supreme Court Rules That Individuals Cannot FOIA Their FOID Card Information

In Brewer v City of Chicago, Illinois Appellate Court Notes That FOIA Distinguishes Between Personal Information and Private Information In Brewer v City of Chicago, Illinois Appellate Court Notes That FOIA Distinguishes Between Personal Information and Private Information

In Kieken v City of Joliet, the Illinois 3rd District Appellate Court Holds That A Court Order Is Not Required For A Plaintiff To Receive FOIA Attorney Fees As Prevailing Party In Kieken v City of Joliet, the Illinois 3rd District Appellate Court Holds That A Court Order Is Not Required For A Plaintiff To