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So-called "high-low" settlement offers don't count as true settlement offers under an Illinois law allowing trial lawyers to tack on potentially millions of dollars to successful jury verdicts through so-called "prejudgment interest," an Illinois state appeals panel has ruled. The ruling from the Illinois First District Appellate Court came May 7 as part of a ruling requiring hospital and health…

A shocking incident at Chicago O'Hare International Airport has led to a lawsuit against two major service providers. On April 17, 2025, Robert Koterbay filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, against American Airlines, Inc., and Prospect Airport Services, Inc., following an alleged mishap involving wheelchair assistance that resulted in personal injuries. The case centers around…

Alice David, a casino patron, has filed a lawsuit against a prominent gaming and entertainment company following an incident that left her injured. The complaint was filed on April 10, 2025, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, targeting Midwest Gaming & Entertainment, LLC, doing business as Rivers Casino — Chicago/O'Hare. The lawsuit stems from an incident that occurred…

In a dramatic legal battle unfolding in Cook County, Illinois, a truck driver is taking on some of the biggest names in electronics and transportation. The lawsuit, filed by Luis Rodriguez Perez on April 8, 2025, targets Sony Corporation of America and its subsidiaries along with CSX Intermodal Inc., among others. The complaint accuses these corporations of negligence that led…

A medical malpractice lawsuit has been filed against a prominent Chicago hospital and several of its doctors, alleging negligence that led to severe complications for a patient. On April 9, 2025, Eric Avenaim filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, against Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago and several associated physicians. The case revolves around…

A medical malpractice lawsuit has been filed in Cook County, Illinois, involving a patient who claims to have suffered severe complications following a surgical procedure. The plaintiff, Kevin Berner, filed the complaint on April 8, 2025, against Dr. Brian Christopher Toolan and several associated medical entities including Midwest Physician Administrative Services LLC, Chicago Prostate Cancer Surgery Center LLC, and others.…

Kendra Crawford, a passenger on a Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus, has filed a lawsuit alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries due to an abrupt stop. The complaint was filed by Crawford in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, on April 7, 2025, against an unknown driver and the CTA. The incident occurred on July 4, 2024, when Crawford…

A construction worker's pursuit of justice has led to a lawsuit against several major corporations involved in a railway project. The complaint, filed by William Madigan on April 7, 2025, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, accuses Walsh/Herzog Joint Venture and its associated companies of negligence leading to his severe injuries. William Madigan, represented by Taxman, Pollock, Murray…

In a compelling legal battle, a plaintiff is seeking justice for what he claims was a severe medical oversight that has left him with lasting damage. Alan Bickel filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, on April 9, 2025, against Dr. Brian Herst, Eye Physicians & Surgeons of Chicago, S.C., and Amita Health St. Joseph's Hospital.…

Elizabeth Horan, a patient who suffered severe injuries during childbirth, has filed a lawsuit against her obstetrician and the medical institutions involved in her care. The complaint was filed on April 10, 2025, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois by Elizabeth Horan against Dr. Timothy Garvey, Northwestern Memorial Healthcare doing business as Northwestern Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology,…