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Did policy exclusions for "statutory violations" apply to BIPA? 🛡️ Key Rulings from the Court

: The court found that BIPA violations fall under the policy’s "personal injury" provision, which covers injuries arising from the "publication" of material that violates a person's right of privacy . 125978

The Illinois Supreme Court ultimately sided with the policyholder, establishing several critical precedents: Did policy exclusions for "statutory violations" apply to

The Illinois Supreme Court ruling in (2021 IL 125978) stands as a landmark decision for privacy law and insurance coverage. It clarified when insurers must defend businesses facing class-action lawsuits under the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) . ⚖️ The Core Conflict: Biometrics and Insurance It clarified when insurers must defend businesses facing

: West Bend argued that a "violation of statutes" exclusion barred coverage. However, the court ruled this exclusion only applied to statutes governing methods of communication (like the TCPA or CAN-SPAM Act), not privacy laws like BIPA. 📈 Why This Matters for Businesses