Publications

Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, authored an article for the Chicago Lawyer titled “Smart Development.” The article discusses that while recent innovations in medical AI are transforming the design, testing, and optimization of medical devices, challenges that can impact medical malpractice lawsuits remain. AI in healthcare has the potential to aid medical technology such as imaging, diagnostics, and patient safety through its speed and efficiency in generating and evaluating…

In an article for Litigation News, a magazine publication by the American Bar Association, Erin Clifford, partner at Clifford Law Offices and Corporate Wellness Consultant at Erin Clifford Wellness, shares her insights on how attorneys can embrace a fresh start through six key strategies to enhance well-being. Titled “Six Strategies to Spring into a Happier, Healthier Well-Being,” her article encourages legal professionals to use the season of renewal as an opportunity to reset mentally, physically,…

Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, authored an article for Chicago Lawyer Magazine titled “Weight Gain” which explores the growing safety concerns surrounding electric vehicles (EVs) and their impact on roadside infrastructure, particularly guardrails. Significantly heavier than gas-powered vehicles, Bob shares the urgent need to address the potential dangers of EVs as their popularity increases. “Guardrails are essential for safety on the nation’s roads, but if not properly designed, constructed,…

Six Clifford Law Offices attorneys have been named to the Best Lawyers® 2024 Women in the Law list and are featured in the ninth annual Best Lawyers Women in the Law Business Edition. These exceptional professionals play a pivotal role within our firm and significantly impact the community, championing the rights of all and leading the pursuit of justice for our clients. The following Clifford Law Offices women attorneys were selected for the 2024 Best…

Following a $60 million verdict in downstate Illinois on behalf of the parents of a twin who died from tainted baby formula, hundreds of parents are awaiting trial against some formula makers where medical research has linked their cow milk-based product to a dangerous neonatal medical condition known as necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). NEC is an intestinal disorder causing intestinal inflammation that may cause holes in the intestine. Bacteria from the intestine can leak into the…

In 2024, The Chicago Bar Association (CBA) celebrated its 150th anniversary, bringing together some of the Association’s top leadership from the Chicago area to celebrate and honor the growth and legacy of one of the nation’s oldest and most active metropolitan bar associations. In conjunction with the celebration, the June 2024 issue of the Chicago Bar Association Record encapsulates the modern history and dynamic growth of the CBA throughout the twenty-first century. Clifford Law Offices…

Erin Clifford, partner at Clifford Law Offices and corporate wellness consultant at Erin Clifford Wellness, has joined the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Litigation News magazine board as its new Attorney Health & Wellness columnist. Erin holds her J.D. and is a National Certified Counselor with a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. In this role, she brings her expertise in health and well-being and her passion for helping lawyers develop happier, healthier…

Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, authored an article for Chicago Lawyer Magazine, titled, “Regulating AI for the Law,” which discusses the implications of using artificial intelligence within various legal scenarios including brief writing, jury selection, and law school application materials. “AI apparently is revolutionizing the legal profession by providing tools that assist lawyers in research, drafting, and decision-making. The sophisticated data mining already is used by consultants in the…

Sarah F. King, partner at Clifford Law Offices, will be speaking at the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) Annual Medical Malpractice Seminar on Friday, December 1, 2023. Ms. King, who has obtained numerous record medical malpractice settlements and verdicts for plaintiffs, will be speaking on “Pulmonary Embolism Cases” at the Westin Chicago River North, 320 N. Dearborn, Chicago. The program offers 4.25 hours of continuing legal education credit. Many other speakers will be presenting throughout…