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IL HB2222

Bill

Status

Failed

12/3/2014

Primary Sponsor

Dwight Kay

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Origin

House of Representatives

98th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 2-1117 of the Code of Civil Procedure regarding joint liability in civil actions for bodily injury, death, or property damage based on negligence or product liability.

  • All defendants found liable remain jointly and severally liable for plaintiff's past and future medical and medically related expenses.

  • Defendants whose fault is less than 25% of total fault shall be severally liable (not jointly liable) for all other damages.

  • Defendants whose fault is 25% or greater of total fault shall be jointly and severally liable for all other damages.

  • Removes the exception that previously shielded the plaintiff's employer from liability calculations.

Legislative Description

CIV PRO-JOINT LIABILITY

Last Action

Session Sine Die

12/3/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules3/22/2013
Judiciary2/25/2013
Rules2/14/2013

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