IL HB5329

Illinois Supreme Court may adopt rules to promote prompt, efficient, and cost-effective resolution of civil actions where the amount in controversy exceeds $10,000 but does not exceed $100,000, including rules to lower discovery costs and expedite these actions.

Defendants cannot designate a third-party defendant after the expiration of a limitation period that applies to the plaintiff's cause of action.

Circuit courts may award costs and reasonable attorney's fees to the prevailing party when granting or denying a motion to dismiss for lack of basis in law or fact, in amounts the court determines are equitable and just, except in actions involving the State, governmental entities, or public officials acting in their official capacity.

Reasonable deposition fees may be recovered as costs in civil actions.