Hedberg v. Mendino

In this cause, we are asked to examine the scope of the “fireman’s rule” in Illinois. Plaintiff, Kenneth Hedberg, appeals the dismissal of his complaint against defendant, Joseph Mendino. The issue is whether the complaint states a cause of action in negligence for which relief can be granted when the injury to the plaintiff occurred in the course of his duties as a policeman.

In his complaint, plaintiff alleged that the defendants owned and maintained certain premises in Highland Park. Plaintiff was lawfully on the premises to respond to a call regarding a prowler at the location. Plaintiff…