Sexner Injury Lawyers LLC and their legal team recently represented a family in a medical malpractice case that resulted in a $9.25 million settlement after an alleged delay in responding to a life-threatening medical emergency during a C-section.
The case involved catastrophic and ultimately fatal injuries. But the claim was not based simply on the fact that a serious complication occurred during a medical procedure. The allegations focused on how the medical team responded after the patient’s condition became critical and whether emergency measures should have been initiated sooner.
The medical malpractice claim alleged that the anesthesiologist and nursing staff…
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Sexner Injury Lawyers LLC y su equipo legal representaron recientemente a una familia en un caso de negligencia médica que resultó en un acuerdo de $9.25 millones después de una presunta demora en responder a una emergencia médica potencialmente mortal durante una cesárea.
El caso produjo lesiones catastróficas que finalmente resultaron fatales. Sin embargo, la reclamación no se basó simplemente en el hecho de que ocurriera una complicación grave durante un procedimiento médico. Las alegaciones se concentraron en cómo respondió el equipo médico después de que la condición de la paciente se volviera crítica y si las medidas de emergencia…
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On August 27, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT, the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association and the Seventh Circuit Bar Association Pro Bono & Public Service Committee will host a free CLE event focused on effective settlement advocacy for pro se matters. The program will be held at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, 219 South Dearborn Street, Courtroom 2525.Topics will include:SAP Matters: Overview and the Volunteer Experience: Presented by J. Cunyon Gordon, Settlement Assistance Program Director, Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, and Rami Fakhouri of Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan…
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Divorce requires you to make important choices about your money, property, and family. Stress can make it easy to overlook important details. Learning about common mistakes can help you prepare for the process. A skilled Wheaton, IL divorce attorney can help you avoid these problems.
At The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C., our attorneys have more than 100 years of combined experience. We handle many different types of divorce cases. Our team can guide you through each step and help protect your rights.
What Are the Most Common Divorce Mistakes in 2026?
Sometimes, even the most well-meaning spouses make mistakes during…
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Las bicicletas eléctricas y los scooters eléctricos han cambiado rápidamente la forma en que muchas personas se desplazan por Chicago y otras comunidades de Illinois. Son convenientes, económicos y cada vez más populares, pero su creciente uso también ha provocado accidentes graves y nuevas preguntas acerca de cómo deben clasificarse estos vehículos y qué reglas deben cumplir sus conductores.
El Senado y la Cámara de Representantes de Illinois aprobaron el Proyecto de Ley del Senado 3484, conocido como SB 3484, que propone cambios importantes al Código de Vehículos de Illinois relacionados con bicicletas eléctricas, scooters eléctricos y otros dispositivos…
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Kogut & Wilson is proud to announce that seven firm attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America lists, with Eva Matela Kogut being honored as a Chicago “Lawyer of the Year” in Collaborative Law: Family Law.
In each edition, “Lawyer of the Year” is awarded to a single lawyer per practice area in each metropolitan region, determined by the highest aggregate peer feedback.
This year, all seven honorees were recognized in the Family Law category, including:
The Best Lawyers in America®

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The Fifth Circuit recently issued a decision that could affect how courts evaluate Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and enforcement actions moving forward.
On July 21, 2026, in Exxon Mobil Corp. v. Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, the court addressed OSHA’s rule requiring employers to record certain work-related mental illnesses. It concluded that OSHA exceeded its Congress authority under the Occupational Safety and Health Act and vacated the rule, Exxon’s citation, and the accompanying penalty.
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Closer Scrutiny of OSHA Authority

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. Unless you have buried your head in a few feet of sand, you know that AI has seemingly made its way into every aspect of our lives. Supporters of AI praise it as the next big thing. Opponents express concern over its increased usage of electricity. People are concerned about data centers to support AI popping up in their communities. Let’s not even get into those who are proponents of AI who claim untold riches for those who embrace this magic elixir.
So, who’s right in the great AI debate? We likely won’t know for…
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Missouri’s new approach to divorce during pregnancy Missouri has changed how courts may handle divorce and legal-separation cases involving pregnancy….
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Kogut & Wilson Partner Kirsten L. Meeder has been reappointed to the Palos Park Plan Commission for another term, effective through June 1, 2031. She was first appointed to the commission in January 2023.
Kirsten has called Palos Park home for many years, giving her a personal stake in the community she now helps guide through her role on the commission. The commission’s work centers on reviewing legislation and the village’s Comprehensive Plan map to inform Village Council recommendations. It also studies special assignments at the direction of the mayor and Council, providing input on issues tied to the village’s…
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On October 6, 2026, the Federal Circuit Bar Association will present its 2026 Bench & Bar® in Dialogue – Chicago CLE program at the University Club of Chicago, 76 E. Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603.  The CLE program aligns with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit’s Court Week in Chicago.  The program will feature judges from the Federal Circuit, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, as well as members of the legal and academic communities. I will also be speaking on Panel Two…
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Accident News | Chicago

Two people were injured, including one critically, after a car crashed into a truck Tuesday morning in Chicago’s South Loop. The collision occurred near the intersection of Roosevelt Road and State Street.

A sedan struck the rear of a flatbed truck that appeared to be carrying a water tank used to water plants along the Roosevelt Road median. Fire crews reportedly had to cut into the sedan to remove at least one person.

Chicago Fire Department officials said both injured people were taken to hospitals, with one listed in critical condition. The cause of the crash…
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Ending a marriage is never easy, but it does not always mean a courtroom fight. Many couples choose an uncontested divorce because it can save money, time, and stress. If you are thinking about divorce in 2026, it helps to understand what an uncontested divorce is and why so many people in DuPage County prefer this path. A Wheaton divorce attorney can help you decide if it fits your family.
At Goostree Law Group, our team focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, and mediation for families in Wheaton and across DuPage County. Backed by decades of experience, we help…
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Contrary to myth that dentists suffer outsized divorce rates, the divorce rate for dentists is approximately 25% which is lower than the nationwide average. Still, dentists do get divorced and the dentists who own their practices may have to divide the value of their dental practice in an Illinois divorce. This article serves as a guide to dentists and their spouses who must value and divide a dental practice in an Illinois divorce. A Dental Practice Appraisal Must Begin With Defining What Is Being Valued What is a dental practice worth? The answer depends on what is actually being valued.
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