No, Illinois law does not allow punitive damages to be recovered in wrongful death suits.  Once a person passes away -- even for reasons unrelated to the accident -- the opportunity to pursue a punitive damage claim is no longer available.
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Q: Are punitive damages available in wrongful death suits?

A: No, Illinois law does not allow punitive damages to be recovered in wrongful death suits.  Once a person passes away -- even for reasons unrelated to the accident -- the opportunity to pursue a punitive damage claim is no longer available.



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Barry G. Doyle, P.C.


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Chicago, IL 60603

Phone: 312.263.1080
FAX: 312.263.0153

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