Illinois HB4498 establishes a civil cause of action for negligent genetic testing for paternity.
Illinois HB4498, known as the Negligent Testing for Paternity Act, creates a civil cause of action for individuals who suffer from negligent genetic testing for paternity. This act allows those affected by incorrect genetic testing results to recover actual damages, including emotional distress, loss of consortium, and economic losses. The act also permits punitive damages if the defendant's conduct shows a reckless disregard for the accuracy of genetic testing results.
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