Illinois § 2-1207
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-1207, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-1207.
Punitive damages. The trial court may, in its discretion, with respect to punitive damages, determine whether a jury award for punitive damages is excessive, and if so, enter a remittitur and a conditional new trial. The trial court may also in its discretion, apportion the punitive damage award among the plaintiff, the plaintiff's attorney and the State of Illinois Department of Human Services. The amount of the award paid from the punitive damages to the plaintiff's attorney shall be reasonable and without regard to any contingent fee contract, except that such amount shall not exceed the amount authorized by the contingent fee contract. In apportioning punitive damages as provided in this Section, the court shall consider, among other factors it deems relevant, whether any special duty was owed by the defendant to the plaintiff. (Source: P.A. 89-507, eff. 7-1-97.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 2-1207
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-1207 cover?
Section 2-1207 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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