Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Dupage Cnty. 13.06
As amended through September 23, 2024
A defendant who fails to appear at the scheduled arbitration hearing may have an award entered against that defendant, upon which the Court may enter judgment. If a defendant appears and a plaintiff fails to appear, an award may be entered for the defendant and the court may enter judgment on the award.
Costs that may be assessed under Supreme Court Rule 91 if the judgment on the award is vacated or the complaint reinstated may include, but are not limited to, filing fees, attorney fees, witness fees, stenographic costs and any reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred by any party or witness for appearing at the arbitration hearing.
Ill. R. Cir. Ct. Dupage Cnty. 13.06