(735 ILCS 5/2-109) (from Ch. 110, par. 2-109)
Sec. 2-109.
Malicious prosecution - medical malpractice.
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.
(Source: P.A. 91-357, eff. 7-29-99.)
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