Shirley Emory v. Menard, Inc., d/b/a/ Menards

IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION SHIRLEY EMORY, ) ) Plaintiff, ) ) vs. ) Case No. 25 C 4300 ) MENARD, INC., d/b/a/ MENARDS, ) ) Defendant. ) MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER MATTHEW F. KENNELLY, District Judge: In December 2023, Shirley Emory entered a retail store operated by Menard, Inc. (commonly known as Menards). While stepping onto a rug just inside the entrance, she fell on her face and sustained injuries. Emory filed suit against Menards, and Menards has moved for summary judgement. For the reasons stated below, the Court grants…