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735 ILCS 5/2-109 — Malicious prosecution - medical malpractice

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Rule 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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(Source: P.A. 91-357, eff. 7-29-99.)