The typical scenario in cases where a creditor invokes the mere-continuation doctrine, in an attempt to hold Corporation B liable for the debts of Corporation A, is a direct transfer of corporate assets from A to B. Providing an unusual twist on the usual script — and presenting the Illinois Appellate Court with a question for first impression involving a two-step maneuver — a limited liability company called “5434 North Winthrop” transferred its sole asset (a Chicago apartment building) to …