Illinois Statutes
§ 2-109 — Malicious prosecution - medical malpractice
Illinois § 2-109
JurisdictionIllinois
TopicRIGHTS AND REMEDIES
Ch. 735CIVIL PROCEDURE
Act 735 ILCS 5/Code of Civil Procedure.
Art.Article II - Civil Practice
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Bluebook
735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 2-109 (2026).
Text
In all cases alleging malicious prosecution arising out of proceedings which sought damages for injuries or death by reason of medical, hospital, or other healing art malpractice, the plaintiff need not plead or prove special injury to sustain his or her cause of action. In all such cases alleging malicious prosecution, no exemplary or punitive damages shall be allowed.
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Legislative History
(Source: P.A. 91-357, eff. 7-29-99.)
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