Illinois Antitrust Case Highlights Venue Requirements

May 28, 2015

In Industrial Models Inc. v. SNF Inc., the Illinois District Court for the Northern District of Illinois dismissed Industrial Models’ antitrust case against SNF Inc. d/b/a Brand FX Body Company for improper venue. The decision serves as an instructive reminder regarding venue requirements for bringing suit and what can happen when filing in the wrong forum.

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