Lefton Iron & Metal Co. v. Illinois Commerce Commission

Plaintiff filed an action in the circuit court seeking review of a ruling made by the defendant, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). Another party, the Terminal Railroad Association (TRRA), moved for a change of venue to Sangamon County. The trial court granted TRRA’s motion, and the ICC now appeals.

Plaintiff, a company located in St. Clair County, Illinois, complained to the ICC about an increase in railroad switching rates imposed by TRRA. TRRA is an association whose offices are in Madison County, Elinois. In Sangamon County, Illinois, the ICC heard testimony on plaintiff’s complaint,…