Statute of Limitations
Illinois: 2 years for personal injury (735 ILCS 5/13-202); 3 years for consumer fraud under the Illinois Consumer Fraud Act (815 ILCS 505/10a(e)). Discovery rule applies.
2 years personal injury; 3 years consumer fraud
Where to File in Illinois
Illinois sports betting is regulated by the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) under the Sports Wagering Act (PA 101-0031). Cases are filed in the Northern District of Illinois (Chicago) or state circuit courts. The Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505/1 et seq.) provides a strong private right of action. Cook County Circuit Court is historically plaintiff-favorable. DraftKings and FanDuel operate through partnerships with Illinois casinos. The removal of the in-person registration requirement in 2022 is cited by plaintiffs as a regulatory failure that eliminated a natural friction point that could have slowed compulsive betting behavior.
Exposure in Illinois
Source: Illinois Gaming Board
Source: Illinois Gaming Board
Source: Illinois Council on Problem Gambling