Dennis v. State

OPINION

JANN, J.

This matter comes before this Court on Claimant McKinley Dennis’ complaint against Respondent, State of Illinois, Department of Transportation. The complaint alleges a breach of Respondent’s duty to maintain its roadways, and seeks damages for resulting personal injuries suffered by Claimant in the amount of $100,000.

On July 15, 1989, Claimant, McKinley Dennis was injured when his motorcycle slid out from under-him as he encountered gravel in the roadway on the ramp leading from northwest-bound 1-55, leading to 1-294 northbound. He testified that, as he exited the highway, he…