Hardeman v. State

OPINION

Patchett, J.

The Claimant seeks recovery for personal injuries sustained when a chair located in the Secretary of States office collapsed as he attempted to sit in it.

On the afternoon of July 11, 1988, the Claimant appeared at the Office of Secretary of State, Administrative Hearing Facility, at 188 West Randolph, Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Hardeman was there to participate in a hearing regarding his driving privileges. After the receptionist instructed him to find a seat in the waiting area and complete forms, he proceeded to the chair in question. The chair was a side-entry type chair…