Lewis v. State

OPINION

Patchett, J.

This is a claim by a resident of the Illinois Department of Corrections. On December 11, 1986, Mr. Lewis was a resident of the Stateville Correctional Center. At approximately 6:00 p.m., he was en route from his work assignment to his cell block. He was the victim of an attack by several other inmates. It was undisputed that he was seriously injured as a result of this attack.

Mr. Lewis has brought a claim against the State of Illinois for the injuries he suffered. The trial of this claim was held before a Commissioner of this Court. Mr. Lewis was the only witness. His…