Peterson v. Wallach

Ordinarily, an action for attorney malpractice must be brought “within two years from the time the person bringing the action knew or reasonably should have known of the injury for which damages are sought.” 735 ILCS 5/13 — 214.3(b) (West 1992). Section 13 — 214.3(c) of the Limitations Act (735 ILCS 5/13 — 214.3(c) (West 1992)) then provides a repose period and states that except as provided in section 13 — 214.3(d), no action may be commenced more than six years after the date on which the act or omission occurred. Finally, section 13— 214.3(d) (735 ILCS 5/13 — 214.3(d) (West 1992)) creates…