CHICAGO — A team of attorneys from Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard achieved a groundbreaking legal victory, securing a jury verdict of $75.9 million for a young girl who suffered devastating injuries at birth. This award, presented by the Jury Verdict Reporter, a division of Law Bulletin Media, recognized the highest reported verdict or settlement in Illinois since last year’s Trial Lawyer Excellence Awards. The ceremony took place at a private event on October 16 at RPM Events in Chicago.
The legal victory came after a challenging trial that began on February 6, 2024, and concluded three weeks later. The case revolved around the severe brain injury and physical impairments suffered by a young girl at birth, which necessitated lifelong care. The compensation awarded included provisions for her extensive medical needs, pain and suffering, and potential future loss of earnings.
Represented by attorneys Matthew L. Williams, Patrick A. Salvi II, and Heidi L. Wickstrom, the trial team faced staunch opposition from the defense regarding the sequence of events leading to the injuries and the extent of the damage inflicted. The proceedings were overseen by Honorable Brendan A. O’Brien.
In recognition of their accomplishment and contribution to jurisprudence, Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard not only earned the award for the highest verdict but was also named the Top Law Firm in the Chicago Lawyer 2024 JVR Settlements Report. This report is an annual review conducted by Chicago Lawyer and the Illinois Jury Verdict Reporter, which are sister publications within Law Bulletin Media. The review identifies law firms achieving the highest total reported settlements in Illinois.
For further information on this noteworthy legal triumph or other inquiries, Marcie Mangan of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard can be contacted at 312-372-1227 or via email.
As the legal landscape continues to evolve, cases such as this underscore the significant impact of diligent legal advocacy and the judiciary’s role in addressing and redressing personal injuries. The implications of this verdict set a precedent in Illinois for the valuation of life-altering injuries in medical malpractice and personal injury law.
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