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    Posted on November 25, 2013 To

    Accidental or Avoidable? Drawing the Line Between Natural and Negligent

    In places like Chicago where ice and snow are a danger for almost a third of the year, their proper disposal is necessary for public safety. In a recent case, improper disposal caused a tragedy and the public entities were granted immunity because the court held that the snow and ice were naturally occurring. Read on for Robert Clifford’s expert opinion on why those responsible must be held accountable.

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    Posted on November 25, 2013 To

    The Importance of Jury Trials for Achieving Justice

    Was it contributory  negligence or did the defendant do all that could be done to make the premises safe? Read on for Robert Clifford’s outlook on the importance of consistency, and a comprehensive pursuit of justice when summary judgment may preclude the discovery of certain facts.

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    Posted on November 22, 2013 To

    Looking Back can Inform the Future

    The legal profession is an ever-changing world oftentimes in the midst of an adversarial atmosphere. Sometimes, a step back to pause and reflect on the reasons lawyers chose their “noble profession” can be just what is required to renew passion and remember goals. Read on for Robert Clifford’s insights into both the profession and some key rules that are handy to remember.

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    Posted on November 22, 2013 To

    Clifford Law Offices Receives $15.55 Million Verdict Against University of Chicago Hospital and Two Doctors

    November 22, 2013 Clifford Law Offices obtained a $15.55 million verdict today (Friday, Nov. 22, 2013) in a wrongful death lawsuit against the University of Chicago Hospital and two doctors. Keith A. Hebeisen, partner at the firm, received the verdict in Cook County Circuit Court on behalf of the husband of a woman who died at childbirth after the defendants failed to diagnose and properly treat Karen Lopez of Westchester for a high-risk complication. Lopez,…

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    Posted on November 21, 2013 To

    FDA Moves to Close Loophole

    Back in 2011, the Pliva v. Mensing ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States revealed a loophole in federal regulation of generic drugs. Generic drug manufacturers were not responsible for the updating of labels; it was left to brand name companies. In the past two years, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has moved towards closing this regulation loophole. After a public comment period, requirements are expected to change and these generic drug…

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    Posted on November 20, 2013 To

    Johnson & Johnson Settlement Offer Solidifies

    The Articulated Surface Replacement, or ASR, hip replacement device may cost Johnson & Johnson less than originally anticipated. After a reported tentative offer of over $4 billion, the lawyers for Johnson & Johnson reportedly went to work negotiating a new settlement offer at a reduced figure of $2.56 billion. However, the reduction does not tell the complete story, as separate suits could still be filed for pain and damages, which makes this a base figure…

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    Posted on November 20, 2013 To

    Clifford Law Offices Obtains $885,000 Verdict for Chicago Polish Couple

    November 20, 2013 Attorneys at Clifford Law Offices late yesterday (Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013) obtained an $885,193 verdict on behalf of a man who was the victim of medical malpractice at a medical clinic in Chicago’s Jefferson Park neighborhood. Bradley Cosgrove, partner at Clifford Law Offices, obtained the verdict following a week-long trial before Cook County Circuit Court Judge Gregory J. Wojkowski at the Daley Center. The case at Clifford Law Offices was one of…

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    Posted on November 19, 2013 To

    Exit Screening? Syracuse Airport Installs New Exit Doors

    At the end of a long flight, or even a short one, the last thing anyone wants is another cumbersome procedure. People are more willing to participate in, and are accustomed to, security screenings in the airport than they were a decade ago. However, the latest addition of exit portals at the Syracuse airport caused some ire similar to when shoe screenings and body scanners became part of the air travel experience. As part of…

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    Posted on November 19, 2013 To

    When Doctors Don’t Speak Up, Patients Suffer

    In any profession, mistakes are made. But when it comes to practicing medicine, there can be very little room or allowance for a code of silence that protects those who have erred. Doctors must be encouraged, and allowed, to speak out against their fellow practitioners without fear of reprisal or repercussion. Transparency would increase the quality of care, and restore some of the faith the medical profession has lost among laymen. Malpractice must be addressed…

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