Ortiz v. Jesus People, U.S.A

Defendant Jesus People, U.S.A., a not-for-profit corporation, d/b/a The Friendly Towers (Jesus People), in this personal injury action appeals from a jury verdict in favor of plaintiff Maria Ortiz. On appeal, defendant contends the circuit court improperly denied its motions for judgment n.o.v., a new trial, and reconsideration of an earlier grant of summary judgment in favor of defendant City of Chicago, a municipal corporation (the City), in defendant’s claim for contribution. We affirm.

BACKGROUND

In the instant case, plaintiff was hit and injured by a falling tree limb. The tree was located…