Yes, in Illinois, a medical malpractice lawsuit must be filed within 2 years from the date the claimant knew or should have known of the injury or the date of the last treatment by the healthcare provider. However, there are exceptions and nuances to this rule, such as the discovery rule...
The Illinois Appellate Court, First District has decided that when a plaintiff dies duringmedical malpracticelitigation, even after the statute of limitations has run, the estate can add awrongful deathclaim. Previously, plaintiffs were faced with inconsistent statutes which made this scenario unclear....
A class action lawsuit involves a large number of plaintiffs who experience the same negligence at the hands of the same person or entity. A group of individuals, known as class representatives, file the class action lawsuit on behalf of the large group, and the court splits the final settl...
hard to prove. We work with medical experts from around the country and use the most high-tech visual tools to get the best possible results for our clients. If you or your family have suffered from medical malpractice, we can help you pursue a civil lawsuit to collect monetary damages as...
If you have been injured by another person’s negligence, we have effectively and successfully handled cases like yours. We will provide a free consultation, review the details of your case, and suggest the best course of action – which may include a personal injury lawsuit. ...
After filing a lawsuit, one of our expert attorneys will calculate the damages and present that figure in court as a basis for their potential financial award. The judge or jury in the case will decide whether someone should receive any compensation, and if so, the amount. Sometimes, the at...
Although personal injury claims are handled on a contingent fee basis and you will not be charged a fee unless a recovery is had that is only part of the story. To effectively win a personal injury lawsuit your attorney must have the financial resources to pay for the court reporting, priva...
“Through a difficult and challenging lawsuit, our attorney persevered and reached a settlement. He was there for us, communicating progress and listening to our concerns. To anyone needing legal representation, I would most definitely recommend Clifford Law Offices.” ...
Jury verdict in medical malpractice lawsuitfor former Eagles captain Chris Maragos $12 Million Medical Malpractice Settlementfor 7-Year-Old Boy With Cerebral Palsy Who Suffered a Severe Brain Injury Because His Physicians Failed to Diagnose His Seizures ...
lawsuit –We’ll file a civil lawsuit against the responsible party on your behalf Discovery process –We’ll request specific information from the defendant and any applicable third parties Collecting evidence –We’ll gather all evidence to support your case, including medical records, video ...