June 02 2010
Family of Lake Forest Man Claim Death resulted from Malpractice
COOK COUNTY, IL – A wrongful death lawsuit was filed on May 10th in Cook County by the law firm of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard P.C., on behalf of the estate of a prominent 56-year-old Lake Forest businessman who developed an infection in his hip, which led to a cascade of mistakes that ultimately caused his untimely death.
May 21 2010
Patrick Salvi featured on University of Notre Dame Publication
Patrick Salvi featured on University of Notre Dame Publication - Spotlight on Alumni "Giving Back, Paying it Forward.
Read The Full Article Here
April 30 2010
The importance of questions regarding specific verdict amounts during voir dire
The Illinois Supreme Court has stated that "[t]he purpose of voir dire is to assure the selection of an impartial panel of jurors who are free from bias or prejudice."
April 05 2010
$29.1 million Federal Tort Claim Verdict Secured for Lake County Family
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT, NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS – Attorneys David J. Pritchard and Patrick A. Salvi II of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard secured a $29.1 million verdict on behalf of a Lake County family. Judge Amy St. Eve of the Northern District of Illinois rendered the verdict for Christian Arroyo and against the United States of America. The government was represented by Eileen Marutzky and Eric Pruitt of the U.S. Attorney's Office.
March 26 2010
$725,000 settlement in personal injury case
On March 10, 2010 Matt Williams resolved a lawsuit filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County for $725,000. The settlement was reached at mediation.
March 26 2010
$665,000 Secured for a Cook County minor
On March 25th, 2010, Matt Williams secured a product liability settlement for a Cook County minor due to an eye injury sustained by an allegedly defective clothes hamper.
March 22 2010
$12 million paid to man in Medical Malpractice settlement
Michael P. Schostok and Patrick A. Salvi announce a $12 medical malpractice settlement of behalf of a man who was injured in Illinois.
January 20 2010
Patrick Salvi Among 2010 “Best Lawyers in America”
LAKE COUNTY, IL - Patrick Salvi has once again been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2010 edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the specialties of Medical Malpractice Law and Personal Injury Litigation.
January 01 2010
Patrick Salvi appointed Chairman on Character and Fitness Board
Effective January 1, 2010, the Illinois Supreme Court appointed Patrick Salvi to a three-year term as Chairman on the Character and Fitness, Second District Committee of the Illinois Board of Admissions to the Bar.
September 09 2009
Salvi Schostok & Pritchard Files Lawsuit in Boating Collision: Woman Trapped Under Vessel
LAKE COUNTY, IL - Salvi Schostok & Pritchard Files Lawsuit in Boating Collision: Woman Trapped and Injured Under Vessel
August 04 2009
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard Secures $1.28 Million Verdict For Injured Teen
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS: Attorneys Patrick A. Salvi II and Patrick A. Salvi of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard announced they obtained a $1.28 million verdict late Friday, July 31st on behalf of Megan Venturi, 20, who was injured in a car accident.
June 10 2009
$6.5 Million Paid to Family in Medical Negligence Partial Settlement
COOK COUNTY, IL – David J. Pritchard and Patrick A. Salvi II of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $6.5 million medical negligence partial settlement
May 12 2009
$12.5 Million Settlement; Largest Reported in Peoria County
PEORIA COUNTY, IL — David J. Pritchard and Patrick A. Salvi of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. announced a $12.5 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a family whose newborn child suffered brain injury as a result of the improper placement of a feeding tube.
April 30 2009
$2.8 Million Settlement; Highest Ever in Logan County
LOGAN COUNTY, IL - Patrick A. Salvi and SS&P Attorney of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. obtained a $2.8 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a 16-year-old patient on Isoniazid medication (INH). This is the highest reported medical malpractice settlement in Logan County.
March 05 2009
$33.2 Million Jury Verdict, Largest in Lake County History
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS – Attorneys Patrick A. Salvi and Patrick A. Salvi II of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard announced they obtained a $33.2 million verdict last night on behalf of a 22-year-old young man, who was injured in a car accident.
February 11 2009
$2.5 Million Paid to Injured Young Man in Partial Settlement
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS – Mom who allowed underage drinking at Lake Forest party pays millions in civil suit.
January 01 2009
Firm Promotes Associate, Matthew L. Williams to Partner
LAKE COUNTY, IL – The Chicago personal injury law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. has announced the promotion of associate Matthew L. Williams to partner, effective January 1, 2009.
December 10 2008
Family Wins $9 Million on Appeal of Wrongful Death Jury Verdict
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS - Over $9 Million recovered for Wildwood (Illinois) Family.
October 30 2008
$6 Million Settlement Reached; Woman Collides with Sign Placed too Close to Sidewalk
LAKE COUNTY, IL – Michael P. Schostok of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $6 million personal injury settlement on behalf of a 43-year-old woman who suffered a brain injury when her bicycle collided into a warning sign placed and maintained by a utility service provider.
October 12 2008
Salvi Schostok & Pritchard Once Again Recognized Among Top Law Firms in Illinois
LAKE COUNTY, IL – Once again, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard has been recognized as being among the elite Plaintiff law firms in Illinois according to Chicago Lawyer magazine’s annual million dollar settlement survey.
October 01 2008
$4.1 Million Settlement, Highest Ever Reported in Bureau County
BUREAU COUNTY, IL – David J. Pritchard of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $4.1 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a mother whose newborn child suffered brain damage as a result of the hospital’s alleged negligence.
October 01 2008
$3.25 Million Settlement; Mother and Newborn Die Due to Doctor’s Negligence
COOK COUNTY, IL – SS&P Attorney of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $3.25 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of the estate of a mother and her newborn child who were injured and died as a result of the Defendants' alleged failure to properly manage the labor and delivery.
September 25 2008
$3 Million Settlement; Largest Settlement for a Brachial Plexus case outside of Cook County
SANGAMON COUNTY, IL – Michael P. Schostok of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $3 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a mother whose son sustained a birth injury as a result of their doctor’s alleged failure to properly manage the labor and delivery.
June 25 2008
Appellate Court Affirms $7.5 Million Jury Verdict
LAKE COUNTY, IL - An update to the $7.5 Million verdict that was reached in the Circuit Court of Lake County (Illinois) back in February of 2006: As expected by the Plaintiff, The Illinois Appellate Court announced that they have affirmed the ruling of the trial court and the verdict of the jury.
June 13 2008
$1.9 Million Medical Malpractice Settlement for Chicago Family
COOK COUNTY, IL – SS&P Attorney of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced that a $1.9 million medical malpractice settlement was reached in Cook County on behalf of a mother whose son sustained a birth injury as a result of their doctor’s alleged failure to properly manage the delivery.
May 28 2008
$8 Million Settlement - Child Injured by Medical Negligence
Cook County, IL - Attorneys David J. Pritchard and Patrick A. Salvi II of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. obtained an $8 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a child who suffered a brain injury during birth.
May 20 2008
$15.35 Million Settlement - Birth Injury Malpractice as a Result of Institutional Negligence
DEKALB, IL – Attorneys Michael P. Schostok and Matthew L. Williams of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. obtained a $15.35 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a child who suffered a brain injury during birth.
May 06 2008
Wheel Chair Ramp Built to Improve Lives of Two North Chicago Women
COOK COUNTY, IL - The lives of two North Chicago residents will forever be improved tomorrow after the unveiling on their new wheel chair ramp built and paid for by the Ramp Up Foundation.
April 18 2008
The Firm Supports UCP’s Efforts
PALATINE, IL – The United Cerebral Palsy Association (UCP) of Greater Chicago hosted its annual Infinitec North Dinner and Awards Celebration on Thursday, April 17, at The Cotillion Banquets, in Palatine, Illinois. Assistive technology provided by Infinitec, provides the equipment, training and information needed to improve the quality of life for adults and children with disabilities.
April 09 2008
Protecting Residents from other Residents - Law Suit Filed
CHICAGO,IL – A nursing home lawsuit was filed late this afternoon in Cook County by the law firm of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard P.C., on behalf of Margaret Scott, deceased, a nursing home resident in Chicago who was raped by another resident on April 13, 2004.
February 28 2008
$2.5 Million Settlement; Man Suffers Injuries as a Result of Job Site Negligence
CHICAGO, IL - SS&P Attorney of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. reached a $2.5 million personal injury negligence settlement in Cook County on behalf of a man who was burned as a result of alleged negligence which created an unsafe work site. Judge Daniel M. Locallo of the Circuit Court of Cook County approved the settlement.
February 13 2008
Patrick A. Salvi, Michael P. Schostok and David Pritchard are recognized by the American Registry
Patrick A. Salvi, Michael P. Schostok and David Pritchard have been recognized by the American Registry, as three of the top lawyers in Illinois. They were honored in the February 2008 issue of Chicago Magazine, as some of the top personal injury lawyers in the country. The law offices of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard P.C. are based in Waukegan and Chicago, Illinois.
January 26 2008
Lax oversight favors doctors over patients
Doctors keep licenses despite lawsuits, sexual assaults, even patient deaths.
January 16 2008
Patrick A. Salvi selected as one of the top lawyers in the country
COOK COUNTY, IL - Patrick A. Salvi has been selected to be included in The 2008 Best of the U.S. list, which honors the top lawyers in the country. This award recognizes those lawyers who through their continuing education, leadership, peer recognition and achievement have distinguished themselves as one of the best. The law offices of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard P.C. are based in Waukegan and Chicago, Illinois.
December 10 2007
$4 Million Settlement Reached in Cook County, Dentist Dies of Pulmonary Embolism
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – Matthew L. Williams of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. announced a $4 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of the estate of a man who died as a result of a pulmonary embolism while a patient at Lutheran General Hospital in Des Plaines, Illinois. The Honorable Judge M. Daniel LoCallo in Cook County (Illinois) approved the settlement in Kimberly Heath, Independent Executor of the Estate of Anton Urban v. Advocate Health and Hospital Corporation d/b under the assumed name of Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, an Illinois Corporation, et al No. 04 L 920.
December 04 2007
Patrick Salvi teaches spring 2008 course at the University Of Notre Dame Law School
Patrick Salvi will be teaching, “Personal Injury Litigation” at the University Of Notre Dame Law School in the spring of 2008.
November 08 2007
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard welcome Patrick A. Salvi II to the Firm
We proudly announce the appointment of Patrick A. Salvi II as a new associate to the firm. Patrick received his law degree from the University of Notre Dame and will be practicing in our Chicago office.
November 07 2007
Celebrating Our Firm’s 25th Anniversary
For the past 25-years you've trusted the Plaintiff's medical malpractice and personal injury law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. by sending us your referral business.
October 11 2007
Lake County Jury Awards Verdict of $3.75 Million to Lake Villa Family
WAUKEGAN, ILLINOIS – Attorneys Tara R. Devine and SS&P attorney of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. obtained a $3.75 million wrongful death verdict on behalf of the Estate of Albert Z. Shlimon, deceased. The three-day trial was heard before the Honorable Wallace Dunn who entered judgment on the jury’s verdict in Lake County, Illinois. [ROBERT HANNA, as Independent Administrator of the Estate of ALBERT SHLIMON, Deceased, No. 04 L 0784 vs. RONALD A. SCHNEIDER Defendant.]
October 04 2007
Northwestern Hospital & Well-Known Physician, Settle $2.9 MIillion Medical Malpractice Suit
CHICAGO, IL – Michael P. Schostok of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $2.9 million medical malpractice settlement was reached in Cook County (Illinois) on behalf of John and Diane Scholz. Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman of the Circuit Court of Cook County approved the settlement. [JOHN SCHOLZ and DIANE SCHOLZ, Plaintiffs vs. NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, DAVID GREEN, M.D., NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL FACULTY FOUNDATION, an Illinois not-for-profit corporation, Defendants]
September 20 2007
Lawsuit Filed in Deadly Van Crash After PGA Tour Event, Waste Management, Western Golf Association A
CHICAGO, IL – A wrongful death lawsuit was filed late this afternoon by the law firm of Salvi Schostok & Pritchard P.C., on behalf of the estate of Elizabeth Soriano, 17, a worker who was killed in an automobile accident following the BMW Championship on Monday, September 3, 2007.
September 06 2007
Patrick Salvi is again recognized by two peer-reviewed surveys
Patrick Salvi has again been recognized by two peer-review surveys including the most recent 2008 edition of The Best Lawyers in America by Woodward/White, Inc. In addition, he has again been named an Illinois Super Lawyers by his peers.
August 30 2007
$1.6 Million Settlement Reached in Will County, Infant Dies at Saint Joseph Medical Center
CHICAGO, IL - Michael P. Schostok of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced a $1.6 million medical malpractice settlement was reached in Will County (Illinois) on behalf of the family of an infant who tragically died when his medical care providers failed to properly manage his intra-abdominal illness.
August 20 2007
$1.1 Million Settlement reached in Lake County for Husband and Wife
LAKE COUNTY, IL - In August of 2007, Matthew L. Williams obtained a combined $1.1 million dollar settlement on behalf of a husband and wife injured in an automobile accident in Lake County, Illinois.
July 17 2007
Fled Africa Horror Only to Die From Medicine, $4.5 Million Awarded to Family
CHICAGO, IL - Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer of the United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois, issued her ruling in the case of Kasongo v. U.S.A. Court No. 04 CV 4901 awarding $4.5 million in damages to the family of Jacqueline Makombe, deceased. The case was tried under the Federal Tort Claims Act, which does not allow for a trial by jury.
June 08 2007
$4 Million Settlement Among Largest Settlements Of Its Kind In Cook County History
CHICAGO, IL - Patrick A. Salvi and Tara R. Devine of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard,obtained a $4 million settlement against Stanley Steemer International, Inc. and one of its employees. It is believed to be the third largest traffic accident death settlements ever reported in Cook County.
May 22 2007
Patrick A. Salvi Appointed to Saint Mary’s University Board of Trustees
WAUKEGAN, ILLINOIS – Prominent attorney Patrick A. Salvi, 54, a past Distinguished Alumnus Award Recipient for Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, has been appointed to the university’s Board of Trustees. Mr. Salvi will assist in overseeing the school’s offices including admissions, student development, alumni relations, financial affairs, and the university’s presidency.
April 27 2007
Salvi Law Firm Helps Recognize Area Disabled Students
PALATINE, IL – The United Cerebral Palsy Association (UCP) of Greater Chicago hosted its annual Infinitec North Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 26, at The Cotillion in Palatine, Illinois. Infinitec, a UCP assistive technology program, provides state of the art equipment, training and information about assistive technology to adults and children with disabilities. This year’s awards were once again given to local students who best used the benefits of technology to improve their lives.
April 27 2007
Patrick A. Salvi Given Prestigious Award by 19th Judicial Circuit Court Judges
WAUKEGAN, IL - The judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court honored Patrick A. Salvi, Managing Partner of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., with their annual Liberty Bell Award in conjunction with Law Day held on Friday, April 27th at the Lake County Courthouse.
March 01 2007
$4.5 Million Medical Malpractice Settlement Reached
CHICAGO, IL - Michael P. Schostok recently won a $4.5 million settlement on behalf of a minor, against Defendant, Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation located in Chicago, Illinois.
March 01 2007
Pribyl Elected to Board of Illinois Trial Lawyers
COOK COUNTY, IL - James M. Collins, Executive Director of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), today announced that Waukegan attorney David G. Pribyl has been elected as a member of the Board of Managers of the Association.
February 22 2007
Lake Forest Man May Have Died From Tainted Peanut Butter - Published by the Waukegan News Sun
LAKE COUNTY, IL - A Lake Forest man died recently after eating peanut butter from a batch that has since been recalled and Waukegan attorney Patrick Salvi is having the remaining peanut butter from the jar tested to see if it is contaminated with salmonella bacteria.
If the laboratory tests come back positive, Salvi said Wednesday he will file a wrongful death civil lawsuit against ConAgra, the manufacturer, and anyone else responsible for the defective peanut butter.
February 21 2007
Peanut Butter Salmonella Contamination Information
On February 14th, 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to consumers regarding Peter Pan and Great Value peanut butter due to risk of contamination with Salmonella Tennessee. Salmonella Tennessee is a bacterium that causes food borne illness. Symptoms include fever, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration and abdominal pain. In individuals with poor health or weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections. The affected jars of Peter Pan and Great Value peanut butter have a product code located on the lid of the jar that begins with the number "2111."
February 09 2007
$1 Million Under Insured Motorist Claim
In February of 2007, Matthew L. Williams and Patrick A. Salvi obtained a $1,040,000.00 under-insured motorist claim on behalf of Mr. Mitchell Cooper who died in an automobile accident in rural Alabama.
On July 13, 2006, Mr. and Mrs. Cooper were traveling on State Highway 53 when they were struck head on by another car. Mr. Cooper passed away at the scene of the accident, while Mrs. Cooper suffered several orthopedic injuries.
February 01 2007
Attorneys to Judge Midwest Area Law Students in Moot Court
WAUKEGAN, IL - Patrick A. Salvi and Donald R. McGarrah of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. were selected to serve as judges in the prestigious Frederick Douglass Moot Court Competition presented by the National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) to be held February 1st-3rd at the Marriott O’Hare, Chicago.
January 26 2007
$4.35 Million McHenry County Malpractice Settlement Reached
WAUKEGAN, IL - Patrick A. Salvi and SS&P attorney of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. won a $4.35 million settlement on January 25, 2007, on behalf of Joshua Znosko, a minor, against Defendant, Centegra Health System located in Woodstock, Illinois, and Defendant, Zenaida Alidon, M.D, and her corporation Wellcare Neonatologist, S.C. [JOSHUA ZNOSKO, et al. v. CENTEGRA HEALTH SYSTEM: Case No. 00 LA 399]
July 26 2006
Failure to Perform Timely Delivery Leads to $6 Million Settlement
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS - In July, David Pritchard and SS&P attorney obtained a $6 million settlement on behalf of a child permanently injured at birth. The settlement was approved by Judge Locallo in Cook County, Illinois.
June 05 2006
Leg Fracture While Horse Back Riding Leads to Settlement
In June of 2006, Matthew L. Williams obtained a $285,000 settlement on behalf of Rachel Laxner who suffered orthopedic injuries while riding a horse. On August 20, 2005, Rachel Laxner was on the horse when it unexpectedly reared up on its hind legs and fell back causing a compound fracture of the left femur. She went through several surgical procedures to stabilize the fracture and to repair lacerations with skin grafts.
April 30 2006
Firm supports UCP’s efforts. Awards Dinner Recognizes Area Students"Outstanding Use of Technology”
The United Cerebral Palsy Association (UCP) of Greater Chicago hosted its annual Infinitec North Awards Dinner on Thursday, April 27th, at The Cotillion in Palatine, Illinois. Infinitec, a UCP assistive technology program, provides state of the art equipment, training and information about assistive technology to adults and children with disabilities. This year’s awards were given to local students who best used the benefits of technology to improve their lives.
April 29 2006
Pritchard Hits $100 Million Mark
It is my privilege to express my admiration, gratitude and friendship for my partner, David Pritchard. This past November, David went over the $100 million mark in funds obtained on behalf of our clients. This is a milestone that few personal injury lawyers achieve even over an entire career, yet David accomplished this in less than six years!
April 28 2006
$8 Million Settlement for Double Leg Amputation and Brain Damage of a Child
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS - In November, David J. Pritchard and SS&P attorney obtained an $8 million settlement on behalf of a child who suffered double leg amputation and brain damage as a result of a failure to diagnose and treat streptococcal infection. This settlement was approved in Cook County, Illinois
April 26 2006
$7 Million Settlement for Baby with Cerebral Palsy
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS - In October, David J. Pritchard and SS&P attorney obtained a $7 million settlement on behalf of the family of a baby who suffered cerebral palsy during delivery and subsequent resuscitation. The settlement was approved in Cook County, Illinois.
April 25 2006
Three Employees Recognized for 10 Years of Service
Back in 1995, Salvi & Schostok (pre-Pritchard) hired three promising new employees: Stacey Clark (Assistant to Patrick Salvi), Veronica "Roni" Sheffa (Paralegal), and Diane Bakshis (Legal Secretary).
April 24 2006
$7.5 Million Verdict Reached in Death of Boy
WAUKEGAN, IL – In the Circuit Court of Lake County (Illinois), a $7.5 million medical malpractice verdict was reached on behalf of a 12-year old boy and his parents. The case garnered media attention back in late 1999 when the boy died on an operating table during what was considered to be a minor surgery to repair a cut on his arm.
April 23 2006
$4 Million North Carolina Settlement Among Highest In State History
ALAMANCE COUNTY, NC - Toward the end of 2005, David G. Pribyl and Patrick A. Salvi reached a substantial settlement of $4 million in a cerebral palsy suit. The case, which was settled in Alamance County, North Carolina, is among the largest cerebral palsy settlements in the county’s history, and a significant amount in North Carolina relative to the state’s case history.
April 22 2006
$1 Million Settlement for Teenager Injured in Car Accident
WAUKEGAN, IL – Matthew L. Williams and Patrick A. Salvi of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., announced a $1 million settlement on behalf of a Peoria (Illinois) teenager who was injured after a car accident nearly took his life two years ago in Kickapoo Township. A lawsuit was filed in Peoria County in 2004.
Other Notable Cases
April 30 2006
$13.3 Million Award - Largest Verdict Reported for a Brachial Plexus Injury
CHICAGO , IL - On Tuesday, May 29, 2001, a Cook County Jury awarded a four-year old Algonquin boy 13.3 Million Dollars for injuries he suffered to his left shoulder and arm at the time of his birth.
April 29 2006
$12.5 Million Settlement - Failure to Diagnose & Treat Spinal Meningitis
In the Circuit Court of Cook County a 12.5 million dollar medical malpractice settlement was reached just days before trial on behalf of a 5-year old girl and her parents.
April 27 2006
$11 Million Verdict - Infant Sustained Permanent Brain Damage & Cerebral Palsy
CHICAGO, IL - On Wednesday, August 28, 2002, a Jefferson County Jury awarded a four-year boy 11 million dollars for injuries he suffered at the time of his birth.
April 26 2006
Lake County Jury Awards Waukegan Family $4.1 Million
On February 22, 2002, a Lake County Jury awarded $4.1 million for a Waukegan family whose 75 year-old father died after a Victory Memorial Hospital Emergency Room physician failed to diagnose his abdominal aortic aneurysm. The Honorable Judge Terrence Brady, of the Circuit Court of Lake County , presided over the case.
April 23 2006
$4 Million Settlement In Death of Lakewood Man
The family of a 42-year-old Lakewood , Illinois , man received the largest Personal Injury/Wrongful Death award in McHenry County History (Cook County Jury Verdict Reporter). According to Patrick Salvi , the family's attorney, the Plaintiff tragically died after doctors failed to diagnose a pulmonary embolism.
April 22 2006
Family of Child Injured at Birth Receives 3 Million Dollar Settlement
Attorney David G. Pribyl of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. , announced in October a 3 million dollar settlement reached on behalf of the family of a child injured at birth.
April 21 2006
Tractor-Trailer Crash on I-80 Results in Million Dollar Settlement
WAUKEGAN , IL - Attorney David G. Pribyl of the law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. announced on May 29, 2001 a $1 million settlement on behalf of four family members involved in an auto accident that occurred in Morris , Illinois .
April 20 2006
$3 Million Dollar Settlement for Mom and Baby
David J. Pritchard and SS&P attorney obtained a $3 million dollar settlement on behalf of a mother and child both injured during delivery at Lutheran General Hospital . The settlement was approved by Judge Novoselsky in Cook County , Illinois (Court No: 99 L 12095).
April 19 2006
$2.5 Million Award for Brain Damaged Baby
Michael P. Schostok successfully obtained a $2.5 million medical malpractice settlement on behalf of a child permanently injured at birth.
April 18 2006
Illinois Super Lawyers 2005
It will come as no surprise to the community that all three named partners at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. have been selected by their peers as Illinois Super Lawyers. Patrick A. Salvi , Michael P. Schostok & David J. Pritchard were recently featured in the May 2005 issue of Chicago magazine and Illinois Super Lawyer magazine for being among the best lawyers in the state.
April 17 2006
$10.8 Million Partial Settlement - Lake County Man left Disabled - Remaining Case Continues
On October 6, 2004, Principal Attorney Patrick A. Salvi and Matthew L. Williams of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. obtained a 10.8 million dollar settlement on behalf of a 50 year-old man from Lake County who was left disabled after being struck by a car.
April 16 2006
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed in Lake Villa Traffic Accident - Published by the Waukegan News Sun
A wrongful death lawsuit, seeking more than $250,000 in damages, was filed Thursday in Lake County Circuit Court on behalf of the family of the late Albert Shlimon.
April 15 2006
Patrick A. Salvi Reports on the Tort Reform Controversy - Featured by the Waukegan News Sun
Juries, and not the Legislature, should determine damages suffered by victims of medical malpractice, contends Patrick Salvi, a Waukegan-based attorney and former president of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association.
April 12 2006
$1.52 Million Settlement - Widow, Age 78, Struck by Car
CHICAGO , IL – Tara R. Devine and SS&P attorney obtained a 1.52 million dollar Wrongful Death settlement on behalf of a the Estate of Margaret Lobello, deceased. The Honorable Robert Gordon approved the settlement order today in Cook County , Illinois (02 L 2203).
April 11 2006
$2.05 Million Medical Malpractice Settlement in DuPage County
WAUKEGAN, IL – Attorney Michael P. Schostok and SS&P attorney announced that they reached a total settlement of $2.05 million settlement in the case of John Walton v. James E. Allen, M.D. and Metro Infectious Disease Consultants, et al. (Court No: 99 L 00560)
April 10 2006
Oreana Resident Wins $2.75 Million Settlement
On March 4, 2004, Attorney Patrick A. Salvi and SS&P attorney of Chicago announced a 2.75 million-dollar settlement on behalf of their plaintiff, Jeffrey Hall. The award was approved by the Honorable Judge Scott B. Diamond of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of Macon County, Illinois. (Case No.: 00 L 167)
April 09 2006
$8.3 Million Settlement - Birth Injury in Cook County
On February 9, 2004, Principal Attorneys David J. Pritchard and Patrick A. Salvi announced that Judge Daniel Locallo of the Circuit Court of Cook County approved an 8.3 million dollar settlement in the case of Diego Arredondo v. Westlake Hospital of Melrose Park, Illinois (Court No: 00 L 13977).
December 01 2004
Patrick Salvi Selected as one of the Best Lawyers in America
Patrick A. Salvi , the managing partner of the prominent personal injury firm, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. , was recognized this month as one of THE BEST LAWYERS in AMERICA by his fellow attorneys in a nationwide survey.
January 09 2004
$10 Million Medical Malpractice Settlement - Hospital Negligence Results in Brain Damaged Adult
Attorney David J. Pritchard and SS&P attorney announced that Judge Daniel Locallo of the Circuit Court of Cook County approved a $10 million settlement in the case of The Estate of Ernest Grant v. St. Francis Hospital and Health Center (Court No: 00 L 6788).
December 19 2003
$7 Million Wrongful Death Settlement - Head on Collision in Snow Storm
Attorneys Patrick A. Salvi and SS&P attorney obtained a $7 million Wrongful Death settlement on behalf of a family in a northwest suburb of Illinois . The lawsuit was filed back in May of 2001 and the Honorable Judge Locallo approved the settlement order in Cook County .
December 10 2003
$3.5 Million Settlement - Brachial Plexus Injury
Attorney David J. Pritchard and SS&P attorney announced that a 3.5 million dollar settlement was reached in the medical malpractice case that left Jasmine Lawson (a minor) with a brachial plexus injury to her right arm. This settlement was approved on 12-9-03 by Judge Noveselsky in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois in the case captioned: Jasmine Lawson, et al. v. Neil M. Levie, M.D. et al. 01 L 13146.
May 01 2003
Why Medical Malpractice Caps are Wrong - Published by the Waukegan News Sun
Avery reasonable concern we all have is the prospect of not having access to health care. When doctors say that they are leaving their practice due to high malpractice insurance premiums, caused by large jury verdicts, this fear floats to the surface of America 's anxiety. It is, after all, critical for all Americans to have access to quality health care.
April 28 2003
Lawsuit Filed - Mayor Charged in Fatal DUI Crash
Attorney Patrick A. Salvi filed wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits on September 9, 2003 against David Dvorak, the Mayor of Essex and South Wilmington Sportsman's Club. Mayor Dvorak collided with an oncoming motorcycle while driving drunk, killing the 21-year old driver and severely injuring his passenger, Lindsay Saathoff.
April 27 2003
$4 Million Settlement Reached in Winnebago County
Principal Attorney Michael P. Schostok of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. announced that a $4 million settlement was reached on behalf of a child injured at birth at Rockford Memorial Hospital .
April 25 2003
$1.5 Million Settlement Reached - Infant Dies After Birth
Principal attorney Patrick A. Salvi of the law firm Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. obtained a $1.5 million medical malpractice/wrongful death settlement on June 24, 2003. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of the parents of an infant who died after several errors occurred during the delivery.
