Comments: IL HB5798 | 2009-2010 | 96th General Assembly
Bill Title: Creates the Full and Fair Noneconomic Damages Act. Provides that, in determining noneconomic damages, the fact finder may not consider: evidence of a defendant's alleged wrongdoing, misconduct, or guilt; evidence of the defendant's wealth or financial resources; or any other evidence that is offered for the purpose of punishing the defendant, rather than offered for a compensatory purpose. Provides for bifurcated trials before the same jury in cases involving punitive damages, if requested by any defendant. Outlines the procedure for the bifurcated trials. Provides for court review of noneconomic damage awards. Contains applicability provisions. Effective immediately.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 4-0)
Status: (Introduced - Dead) 2010-06-04 - Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Patricia R. Bellock [HB5798 Detail]
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [HTML]
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 4-0)
Status: (Introduced - Dead) 2010-06-04 - Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Patricia R. Bellock [HB5798 Detail]
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [HTML]
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