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Illinois Statutes of Limitations

Wrongful Death:

Statute of Limitations:

Two Years. 740 Ill. Comp. Stat. 180/2 (2002)

Does discovery rule apply?

Yes. Coleman v. Hinsdale Emergency Medical Corp., 108 Ill.App.3d 525, 529, 64 Ill.Dec. 91, 439 N.E.2d 20 (1982)

Who has the right to bring suit?

Personal Representative. 740 Ill. Comp. Stat. ยง 180/2.

Personal Injury:

Statute of Limitations:

Two Years. 735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5/13-202 (2002)

Does discovery rule apply?

Yes. Witherell v. Weimer, 85 Ill.2d 146, 421 N.E.2d 869, (Ill., 1981.)

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