14 Parties

• Library: Illinois Supreme Court Rule 213(f) & (g) - Quick Reference Guide (2011 Ed.)

14. Parties

Argument:

"Rule 213 does not apply to parties to the case."

"I can call an adverse witness without having to disclose them under Rule 213."

Response:

1. Rule 213's mandatory disclosure requirement encompasses all opinion testimony, including the testimony of a party to the litigation. McMath v Katholi, 304 Ill App 3d 369, 711 NE2d 1135, 238 Ill Dec 474 (4th D 1999), revd on other grounds, 191 Ill 2d 251, 730 NE2d 1, 246 Ill Dec 321 (2000).

2. Supreme Court Rule 213 is clear and unambiguous that...