December 4, 2025
Brian Bolek, as administrator of Estate of Joey Lynn Bolek, v. Bolingbrook; Case No. 24 LA 902
Lauren achieved a victory in this case which was brought after the suicide of plaintiff’s wife. Bolingbrook police and fire personnel responded to the plaintiff’s call for a wellness check of his wife who had been making suicidal threats and had mental health issues. After they left the residence with the decedent refusing treatment and transport, plaintiff’s wife committed suicide by hanging. Plaintiff alleged Bolingbrook police and fire personnel were liable for the suicide because they failed to take the decedent into custody and admit her to a mental health facility, failed to contact a physician to determine if the decedent should be admitted to a mental health facility and failed to request diversion from the ER to a mental health facility.
Lauren filed a motion to dismiss. She argued – and the court agreed – that the police and fire personnel had immunity given the determination whether to take a person into custody in these circumstances is discretionary and there were no allegations of professional negligence. Plaintiff did not file an amended complaint, and the matter was dismissed with prejudice. Sometimes the victories at the pleading stage don’t get as much credit as the trials, but they are clearly just as significant. Congrats, Lauren, on the win!
2025. 07.22 Order – Def MTD Granted
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