Bzdek v. Townsley

Paula L. Bzdek (plaintiff), a minor, brought an action by Robert J. Bzdek, her father and next friend, alleging social host liability against defendants, Susan M. Townsley and Nicki Townsley. The circuit court of Lake County dismissed plaintiffs second amended complaint with prejudice pursuant to section 2-615 of the Code of Civil Procedure (735 ILCS 5/2-615 (West 1992)) for failure to state a cause of action. Plaintiff appeals. We reverse and remand.

Plaintiff's second amended complaint (the complaint) contained two counts which both alleged that on or about September 15, 1990, defendants:…