Posted on 01.27.26

Illinois Supreme Court rules permits won’t shield policyholders from pollution exclusions

Source: https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/, January 27, 2026
By: Tez Romero

Government permits do not shield policyholders from pollution exclusions in CGL policies, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled on January 23, 2026.

The decision in Griffith Foods International, Inc. v. National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA resolves a question that had divided courts for years – and delivers a clear victory for insurers facing pollution-related defense demands. Read more.

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