Awards

Chicago Law Firm Achieves Record-Breaking $75.8 Million Verdict in Landmark Brain Injury Case, Earns Top Honors at 2024 JVR Awards

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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 … Read more

Netherlands Assembles Top Creatives for 2024 Immortal Awards Jury: A Crucial Day in Dutch Advertising on the Horizon

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The Immortal Awards, known for spotlighting top talent in the advertising industry, has officially unveiled the lineup for its 2024 Netherlands jury, scheduled to meet on October 22. This distinguished panel will be tasked with selecting the standout Dutch advertising projects of the year, which will proceed to the next phase of European competition. Leading the jury is Gijs Determeijer, widely recognized in the industry for his role as head of commercials at 100%. He will be joined by Niels de Wit, executive creative director at Monks Netherlands & Benelux; Nick Docherty, chief strategy officer … Read more

Jury Awards $4.5 Million to Former Chicago Restaurant Employee in Harassment and Defamation Case

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CHICAGO — A former restaurant employee has been awarded $4.5 million after a jury found that a renowned chef subjected him to years of harassment. Cody Nason, who briefly worked as a service captain at the now-shuttered Acadia restaurant in Chicago’s South Loop, filed a lawsuit against chef Ryan McCaskey, alleging defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and interference with his contract. After deliberating for two hours, the jury decided in favor of Nason on September 20, concluding a legal battle that stemmed from accusations of a targeted online harassment campaign. In addition to the … Read more

Philadelphia Jury Awards $45 Million in Hospital Negligence Case

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Philadelphia, PA — In a landmark decision this August, a jury in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas awarded $45 million in damages to the plaintiff in the case of Hernandez v. Temple University Hospital Inc. The case centered around allegations of medical negligence that reportedly resulted in severe and lasting harm to the patient. The substantial verdict against Temple University Hospital Inc. underscores growing concerns around patient safety and healthcare provider liability. Legal experts suggest that this case could prompt healthcare facilities to implement more rigorous internal reviews and patient care protocols to mitigate … Read more