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Vaping has become quite popular, particularly among young people who may be unaware of the dangers of nicotine addiction associated with this unsafe product. Among the major manufacturer of e-cigarettes and vapor pods is JUUL that reportedly controls 75 percent of the e-cigarette market and has marketed the products as a safer alternative to cigarettes, which has led to lawsuits alleging deception and misrepresentation in its failure to disclose that its products contain adverse health…

Susan A. Capra, partner at Clifford Law Offices, is a compassionate and dedicated attorney, always advocating for the patient. Susan’s career path reflects her compassion for others. As an undergraduate, she studied nursing and worked for years as a registered nurse at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago. She joined Clifford Law Offices in 1989, having graduated with Honors from DePaul University College of Law in Chicago in 1990. Susan’s nursing experience gives her a unique advantage…

Chicago law firm supports Lawyers Lend-A-Hand’s magic shows on August 12th and August 13th to help provide mentoring and tutoring programs in disadvantaged Chicago communities.  Chicago, IL – Clifford Law Offices is the presenting sponsor for Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth’s Magic Moments virtual 60-minute magic shows at 7 p.m. Central on Wednesday, August 12th and Thursday, August 13th, 2020 to help support mentoring and tutoring programs in disadvantaged Chicago communities. The show will be an…

The Spring Best Lawyers Business Edition honors and celebrates women lawyers who excel in their practice areas by highlighting their opinions and achievements within their specialty areas. An article by Sarah King, partner at Clifford Law Offices, was featured in their Business Spring 2020 Edition. In her article, she addresses how women, in particular, are at high risk of being victims of medical malpractice and device-related negligence. She sheds light on fixable issues and biases…

Richard F. Burke and James C. Pullos, partners at Clifford Law Offices, will be speaking Wednesday, July 21st, 2020 on “Business Interruption Claims: A discussion of the practical and legal issues” in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Burke and Pullos, who have been handling the loss of revenue claims for Illinois businesses due to their required closure during the pandemic, will be discussing language in insurance policies that may trigger coverage due to COVID-19 business…

Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner of Clifford Law Offices, appears in a documentary titled, “EASTLAND: The Shipwreck That Shook America.” EASTLAND will air on these dates and channels: WTTW Chicago IL, Friday 7/24/2020 at 9:00:00 PM WTTW Prime Chicago IL,  Sunday 7/26/2020 at 7:00:00 PM For more show times, click here. In this documentary, Clifford talks about the legal consequences of the 1915 ship excursion in Chicago that turned to tragedy when the…

No two brain injuries are alike, but all of them are serious medical issues that should be treated with the utmost care and attention. As wounds go, they are one of the most devastating kinds a person can suffer. They also lead to physical damage, psychological damage, huge medical expenses and loss of income. If a brain injury is caused by someone’s negligence or error, you will almost certainly want to hire an attorney with…

The ABA Section of Litigation has appointed Erin Clifford, partner at Clifford Law Offices, to serve as Member for the Mental Health & Wellness Task Force for the 2020-2021 bar year. The Mental Health & Wellness Task Force is a group dedicated to improving mental health and well-being within the legal profession. Ms. Clifford is the Director of Marketing and Business Development for Clifford Law Offices as well as a Certified Holistic Wellness Coach who…

Judge James P. Flannery, Presiding Judge of the Law Division of the  Cook County Circuit Court (which hears civil matters alleging at least $50,000 in damages), issued a comprehensive 37-page order Thursday (July 2, 2020) that will ensure that those cases can continue to be prepared for trial or settlement during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Keith A. Hebeisen, partner at Clifford Law Offices and past President of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association says, “The entire country…