Medical Negligence and Healthcare

Medical Negligence and Healthcare

When faced with a catastrophic injury lawsuit, hospitals and doctors need experienced trial lawyers who will protect their interests at every phase of the case, including jury trial. Because of the depth and excellence of Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP’s medical malpractice group, the firm has been chosen to represent many of Chicago’s major teaching hospitals, community hospitals, and long-term care facilities. At least three of those institutions first retained Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP after a Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP lawyer defended a co-defendant at trial, and the hospital decided to make the switch. The firm also has long-standing relationships with medical malpractice insurance carriers—both primary and excess—and its lawyers are often requested by individual physicians because of their reputation in the medical community.
 
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP lawyers have a reputation for taking high exposure cases to trial, which is necessary to successful negotiation of selected cases. The firm’s lawyers work with clients to achieve their goals in a cost efficient manner. They are experienced in alternative dispute resolution and are creative in developing settlement strategies when warranted. Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys identify systems and practices that might increase the risk of future litigation and work with their clients to minimize those risks.

Not only do Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys understand the complex medical and technical issues crucial to presenting a winning case to a jury, they also use that understanding to counsel physicians and hospital personnel about management of cases and potential claims. The firm’s attorneys lecture frequently at local law schools and bar associations concerning medical malpractice and healthcare issues, and often make presentations at risk management seminars and meetings of physician groups to discuss the legal and tactical aspects of medical malpractice litigation.


News

March 12, 2024
Danekas, Acuna and Slovis Obtain Defense Verdict In High-Stakes Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Steven E. Danekas, Jessica Levitt Acuna and Ryan M. Slovis secured a defense verdict on behalf of their clients, two cardiologists, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

February 27, 2024
Keig to Speak at Loyola University Chicago School of Law's Panel Discussion
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Associate Caroline A. Keig will serve as a panelist for Loyola University Chicago School of Law's, "More for ‘24" panel discussion on February 27, hosted by The Office of Career Services.

February 19, 2024
Acuna Named to Crain's 2024 Notable Women in Law List
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is pleased to announce that partner Jessica Levitt Acuna has been named to Crain's Chicago Business 2024 Notable Women in Law list.

February 07, 2024
Charles and Masini to Speak on Legal and Healthcare Careers at Evanston Township High School
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP associates Rebecca Charles and Isabella A. Masini will be giving a presentation to students of Evanston Township High School on March 8.

February 05, 2024
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Sponsors Chicagoland Healthcare Risk Management Society 2024 Winter Meeting
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is proud to sponsor the Chicagoland Healthcare Risk Management Society (CHRMS) 2024 Winter Meeting on February 16 in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

January 31, 2024
Rogers and Fallon Secure Defense Verdict in High-Stakes Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys William J. Rogers and Ian P. Fallon secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, an orthopedic surgeon and his medical group, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

January 30, 2024
Masini to Serve as a Mentor for the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section 2024 Law Practice Tracks Program
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP associate Isabella A. Masini will serve as a mentor for the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section 2024 Virtual Law Practice Tracks Program on February 8.

Chicago, January 15, 2024
Greubel and Charles Obtain Defense Verdict In Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys William P. Greubel, III and Rebecca Charles secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, the estate of a prominent hospital vascular surgeon, in the Circuit Court of DuPage County, Illinois.


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Chicago, January 03, 2024
Masini to Speak at The Chicago Bar Association's Health Law Committee Meeting
Associate Isabella A. Masini will speak at The Chicago Bar Association's (CBA) Health Law Committee Meeting on January 16.

Chicago, December 19, 2023
Bruer and Buckley Obtain Defense Verdict in Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Elizabeth A. Bruer and Shannon E. Buckley secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, a prominent hospital, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

Chicago, December 18, 2023
Nickels and Griffin Secure Defense Verdict In High Stakes Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Timothy G. Nickels and Christopher Griffin obtained a defense verdict on behalf of their client, a recently retired radiologist, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois before Judge Melissa Durkin.

Chicago, November 06, 2023
Kettering to Moderate Panel At Illinois Association of Healthcare Attorneys' 41st Annual Health Law Symposium
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Associate Katherine M. Kettering will serve as a moderator for "Legal Updates and Trends" at the 41st Annual Illinois Association of Healthcare Attorneys (IAHA) Health Law Symposium on November 9 in Chicago.

November 03, 2023
Reveille and Judge Secure Defense Verdict in High Stakes Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Kristine C. Reveille and McRay Judge secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, an emergency medicine physician and prominent hospital, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

Chicago, St. Louis, November 02, 2023
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Recognized in 2024 Best Law Firms Rankings
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the 14th Edition of Best Law Firms® ranked by Best Lawyers for 2024.

Chicago, October 23, 2023
Bruer and Acuna Obtain Defense Verdict In Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Elizabeth A. Bruer and Jessica Levitt Acuna secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, a prominent hospital, in the Circuit Court of DuPage County, Illinois.

September 26, 2023
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Sponsors Duly Health and Care Charitable Fund Fundraiser
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP and partners Elizabeth A. Bruer, Marie K. Lynchr, and Jessica Levitt Acuna are proud to sponsor the "Care Affair Uncorked" fundraiser hosted by the Duly Health and Care Charitable Fund on October 7 in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Chicago, August 30, 2023
William J. Rogers to Speak at 7th Annual Chicago Sports Summit 2023
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP partner William J. Rogers will speak at the 2023 Chicago Sports Summit on October 17 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

Chicago, August 29, 2023
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Welcomes Two Associates
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP welcomes two associates to its Chicago office: Caroline A. Keig and Michael J. Weinstein.

Chicago, Lisle, Libertyville, St. Louis, Madison County, August 17, 2023
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2024 Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch Lists
Fifty-five Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys were named to the 2024 Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ lists.

August 09, 2023
Greubel and Buckley Obtain Defense Verdict In Retrial of Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys William P. Greubel, III and Shannon E. Buckley obtained a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, a nurse practitioner, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

June 21, 2023
Keating, Hogan and Vantine to Speak in WTW Healthcare Risk Management Webinar
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP partners Richard J. Keating, Jr., Marcie J. Vantine, and Meg F. Hogan will speak at WTW's "Healthcare Risk Management Foundations Series: Elements of an Effective Fleet Management Plan" on June 22.

May 09, 2023
Ferrill to Speak on ‘Social Media and Health Care Professionals' During 2023 Medical Staff Grand Rounds
Partner Sarah A. Ferrill will present "Social Media and Health Care Professionals: Potential Pitfalls and Legal Implications" at a local hospital as part of their Medical Staff Grand Rounds on May 10.

May 08, 2023
Thevatheril and Acuna Obtain Defense Verdict In Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Aiju C. Thevatheril and Jessica Levitt Acuna secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, a retired OBGYN, in the Circuit Court of Will County, Illinois.

April 26, 2023
Thevatheril and Kramer to Present at Medical Professional Liability Association's Claims Defense Forum
Partners Aiju C. Thevatheril and Daniel P. Kramer will present "Reigning in Non-Economic Damage Claims," at the Medical Professional Liability Association's 2023 Claims Defense Forum on May 17 in New Orleans, LA.

March 14, 2023
Kettering Moderates Fertility Medicine Panel at DePaul College of Law - JHLI Symposium
Associate Katherine M. Kettering recently moderated the "Fidelity in the Fertility Forum: Legal and Ethical Challenges in Fertility Medicine" panel for DePaul College of Law's Mary and Michael Jaharis Health Law Institute.

February 03, 2023
Henne, Masini to Present at Chicago Healthcare Risk Management Society Winter Meeting
Partner Brett Henne and associate Isabella Masini will present at the Chicago Healthcare Risk Management Society's (CHRMS) Winter Meeting on February 10 in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

January 30, 2023
Danekas, Acuna Obtain Defense Verdict In Medical Malpractice Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Steven E. Danekas and Jessica Levitt Acuna secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their client, an electrophysiologist, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

January 27, 2023
Wiegler, Buckley Obtain Defense Verdict in High-Stakes Medical Negligence Case
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Shera D. Wiegler and Shannon E. Buckley obtained a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their clients, a pulmonary critical care physician and pulmonary practice, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

January 5, 2022
Four Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Associates Named Partner
Three practice in the Chicago office, while the fourth practices in the St. Louis office.

December 9, 2021
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Welcomes Lateral Associate, New Law School Graduates
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces that one lateral attorney and four new law graduates have joined the firm's Chicago office as associates.

November 16, 2021
Weiler, Reveille Speak at CHRMS Chicago Law Day on Prejudgment Interest
Reveille and Weiler will discuss "Prejudgment Interest is Here to Stay-Maybe. Probably. But."

November 11, 2021
Greubel Speaks at ACI Forum on Obstetric Malpractice Claims
Greubel and fellow panelists will discuss "Obstetric Malpractice State of the Union 2021 and 20th Anniversary Conference Retrospect: A Conversation with Counsel, Doctors, and Insurers."

November 4, 2021
Best Lawyers Names Mass Tort Litigation, Environmental, Product Liability Practices to Annual List
Published by U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers, the firm once again received a National Tier 1 ranking for Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants, as well as a National Tier 3 ranking for Litigation – Environmental.

August 19, 2021
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2022 Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch Lists
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review.

August 10, 2021
Five Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
They will all practice in the firm's Chicago office.

March 24, 2021
Monaco Speaks at CBA Seminar on Litigating During COVID-19
Monaco will be among a panel of experienced litigators providing insight into how medical malpractice, work accident, and mass torts cases have been litigated in the age of COVID.

March 9, 2021
Nickels Discusses Medical Negligence Trial Topics at ISBA Panel
Nickels and fellow panelists will discuss issues that attendees should be aware of in upcoming medical negligence trials.

February 19, 2021
Recent Law School Graduates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
The four newly sworn in lawyers joined the firm's Chicago office as associates.

February 2, 2021
Illinois Super Lawyers Recognizes 25 Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces that 12 attorneys have been named n to the 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers list and 13 have been named to the Illinois Rising Stars list.

January 18, 2021
Ferrill, Boyle Speak at Chicago Healthcare Risk Management Society Winter Meeting
They will speak on "COVID-19 and Long Term Care Facilities."

January 18, 2021
Three Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Partner
Jessica Levitt Acuna, Jack A. Gould and Jonna McGinley Reilly have all been named partner.

January 11, 2021
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2021
Those designated Leading Lawyers were recommended by their peers to be among the top lawyers in Illinois.

November 16, 2020
Albright Speaks at Chicago Healthcare Risk Management Society Law Day
Albright's virtual presentation will focus on drug diversion claims.

November 5, 2020
Best Lawyers Names Mass Tort Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability Practices to Annual List
Published by U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers, the firm once again received a National Tier 1 ranking for Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants.

November 4, 2020
Thevatheril Speaks at Obstetric Malpractice Claims Conference
Thevatheril will discuss "Addressing Risk Associated with Oxycotin and Cytotec in Labor Induction and Augmentation."

October 5, 2020
Ferrill Named to Law Bulletin Media's 40 Under 40
According to Ferrill's profile, "She will do whatever it takes, leave no stone unturned, until she can get her clients the right result."

August 20, 2020
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2021 Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch Lists
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review.

July 16, 2020
Three Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces that three attorneys have joined the firm's Chicago office as associates.

February 26, 2020
Reveille Addresses Litigating High Stakes Medical Malpractice Trials at CBA Presentation
Reveille and fellow panelists will cover topics such as evaluating potential cases, handling agency issues in discovery, audit trail discovery, motions for summary judgment, retaining qualified experts, preparing for trial and presenting a medical malpractice case and/or defense in front of a jury.

January 29, 2020
Seven Associates Named Partner at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Seven associates based in the Chicago office have been named partner.

November 5, 2019
Switzer, Ferrill Recognized with Trial Lawyer Excellence Award
They received an award for "Outstanding Defense Verdict in a Medical Malpractice Case."

November 01, 2019
Best Lawyers Names Mass Tort Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability Practices to Annual List
The firm received a National Tier 1 ranking for Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants.

September 16, 2019
Seven Lateral Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP welcomes seven lateral associates, including one in the firm's St. Louis office.

September 9, 2019
Kramer Speaks at Chicagoland Risk Forum
Kramer will discuss "Premises Liability and the General Public: Risk Mitigation in a Litigious Society."

August 15, 2019
Seven Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2020 Best Lawyers List
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review.

May 31, 2019
Crain's Chicago Business Names Five Attorneys to Notable Gen X Leaders in Law list
John P. Arranz, Patricia S. Kocour, A. Jay Koehler, Aiju C. Thevatheril and Catherine Basque Weiler were among 121 lawyers in Chicago listed.

April 10, 2019
Law360 Profiles New Lateral Partner Will Greubel
"What I was looking to do was just continue to grow my practice in the area of professional negligence and other related areas like medical device litigation and also to learn from a new group of people and be at a bigger firm with more options and resources available," Greubel said.

March 27, 2019
Lateral Partner Joins Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's Medical Negligence and Healthcare Practice
William P. Greubel, III will focus on Medical Negligence and Healthcare.

February 1, 2019
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names Six New Partners
Andrew J. Albright, Joshua E. Bidzinski, Sarah A. Ferrill, Erica S. Longfield, Kristine C. Reveille and Stephanie Rifkind have all been promoted to partner.

December 5, 2018
Report Names Illinois, Missouri Courts as "Judicial Hellholes"
Courts in Missouri and Illinois listed among the top nine.

November 2, 2018
Reveille, Ferrill Address Anatomy of a Medical Malpractice Trial
Fellow panelists include two Circuit Court of Cook County judges and three plaintiff's attorneys.

November 1, 2018
Best Lawyers Names Mass Tort Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability Practices to Annual List
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP received the firm a National Tier 2 ranking for Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants.

October 19, 2018
BTI Consulting Names Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP A Standout in Commercial Litigation
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP was one of nine law firms singled out in Commercial Litigation and one of seven named a Commercial Litigation Standout.

October 17, 2018
Ferrill Speaks at CBA Trial Tips Presentation
Ferrill will address Trial Preparation and Demonstratives. Fellow panelists include Circuit Court of Cook County Judges Marguerite Quinn and Lorna Propes, as well as Wise Morrissey Kaveny's Elizabeth Kaveny. For more information, please visit the CBA website.

October 10, 2018
Chicago Lawyer Magazine Names Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Case "One of Three Best Defense Wins" of 2018
Per the Chicago Lawyer article, "experts independently concluded that Hampton died from a viral myocarditis. The plaintiff attorneys did not collect on any of the $11 million they requested after the jury deliberated for about two hours."

September 7, 2018
Law360 Profiles Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP for 2018 Illinois Regional Powerhouse Series
According to the article, "Swanson's attorneys have flexed their muscles in several Illinois courtrooms this year, helping to fend off more than $100 million in claimed damages in several suits rooted in the firm's more institutional areas of practice."

August 31, 2018
Leading Lawyers Names Drumke, Schichtel, Rogers to Top 10 Lists
The three partners were recognized in the categories of Class Action/Mass Defense, Med Mal Defense and Women Business Lawyers.

August 29, 2018
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Recognized as Law360 Illinois Regional Powerhouse
According to Law360, Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is one of five law firms that stood out for its sizable footprint in Illinois and its significant regional accomplishments over the last year.

August 27, 2018
Schichtel Profiled in Leading Lawyers Magazine
Schichtel's profile, titled "Methodically Educating Juries in Medical Malpractice Defense," focuses on her career path and defense of clients in Medical Negligence and Healthcare, Product Liability and Pharmaceutical and Medical Device matters.

August 15, 2018
Five Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2019 Best Lawyers List
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review.

June 29, 2018
Seven Lateral Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Six join the firm's Chicago office, while one will practice the firm's Lisle office.

June 19, 2018
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Obtains Five Defense Verdicts in 25 Days
In a span of 25 days from late April to late May 2018, Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys obtained five defense verdicts at trial on behalf of clients in five Medical Negligence and Healthcare cases in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois.

February 5, 2018
Lateral Associates, Law School Graduates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP welcomes four lateral associates and two recent law school graduates to the firm.

January 30, 2018
Ferrill Guest Lectures at Notre Dame Law School
Topics included opening arguments, effective direct and cross examination, and trial demonstratives.

January 24, 2018
Illinois Appellate Court Affirms Trial Court Ruling for Medical Client
The case, which involved vascular surgery, was handled by attorneys William J. Rogers and Valerie Lengerich.

January 5, 2018
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names Four New Partners
All four attorneys practice at the firm's Chicago office.

January 4, 2018
Schichtel, Weiler Successfully Appeal Apparent Agency Question to Illinois Supreme Court
The related policy issues affect hospitals, medical facilities, and charity care throughout Illinois.

November 27, 2017
Kanter Speaks at Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Annual Meeting
Kanter spoke about "Case Studies Indicate that Tools Currently Available to Assure Quality and Integrity of Federal Government Science are Inadequate" along with two fellow speakers.

November 20, 2017
Fitzgerald, Rogers Author Article for "In Session" Insurance Publication
The article focused on "Permitted Disclosures Involving Substance Use Treatment Records: What Psychiatrists Need to Know."

November 1, 2017
Best Lawyers Recognizes Mass Tort Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability Practices
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP received the firm a National Tier 2 ranking for Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants.

October 26, 2017
Snow City Arts Receives 25th Anniversary Donation
Snow City Arts is a Chicago non-profit that provides one-on-one instruction in the visual arts, creative writing, music, theater and media arts to patients at local children’s hospitals.

October 10, 2017
Ferrill Guest Lectures at Notre Dame Law School
Topics included preparing an expert for trial, effective cross examination, and trial demonstratives, as well as a a mock cross examination of the plaintiff’s economist expert

October 6, 2017
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Opens Indiana Office
The trial firm, which celebrates 25 years in business in 2017, already boasts more than 130 attorneys between its downtown Chicago headquarters and its other offices in Illinois and Missouri.

October 2, 2017
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Celebrates 25th Anniversary, Continued Growth
In recognition of its 25th anniversary year, Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP has made a monthly donation to a non-profit with whom the firm has a strong relationship.

September 13, 2017
Rogers Named President for Society of Trial Lawyers
Rogers will serve that role for a year. He previously served as vice president, secretary and treasurer.

August 28, 2017
Thumbuddy Special Receives 25th Anniversary Donation
Thumbuddy Special provides adaptive equipment, such as bicycles, vans and wheelchairs, for children with special needs.

August 23, 2017
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to 2018 Best Lawyers List
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review.

July 25, 2017
Three Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces that two lateral attorneys and a newly sworn-in attorney have joined the firm as associates.

May 17, 2017
Kramer Authors Article for IDC Civil Practice Committee Newsletter
Kramer's article focused on "What is the Injury? An Examination of Standing in Data Breach Litigation."

February 20, 2017
Kocour Profiled in WBAI Newsletter for Member Monday
Kocour has been involved in both of the firm's Business Givers and Business Getters presentations, which were co-hosted with the WBAI.

January 17, 2017
Thevatheril Speaks at National Forum on Neurotrauma, Brain & Spine Medical Legal Issues
Thevatheril will discuss "Relationship Between Neurosurgeons and Neurologists: Reviewing Radiology Reports and Failing to Properly Diagnose."

January 13, 2017
Ferrill Offers Trial Tips on CBA Panel
Ferrill will speak along with two judges and a plaintiff's attorney.

January, 4, 2017
Report Names Illinois, Missouri Courts as “Judicial Hellholes”
The report said courts in Illinois and Missouri are among the nation’s “most unfair” in their handling of civil litigation.

November 22, 2016
Law Bulletin Recognizes Wiegler on "40 Under Forty" List
Wiegler was recognized in the profile for her "refined and thorough competency in the law combined with an absolute civil approach to this practice."

November 17, 2016
Reveille Presents Case Law Update at CHRMS Law Day
Reveille will discuss case law updates along with two Chicago attorneys.

October 27, 2016
Levitt Completes Second Ironman Long-Distance Triathlon
The competition consists of a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike race and a marathon, raced in that order without a break.

October 27, 2016
SMB Recognized for “Outstanding Defense Verdict in a Medical Malpractice Case”
Aiju C. Thevatheril, Elizabeth A. Bruer and Jessica A. Levitt received a Trial Lawyer Excellence Award at this month’s Jury Verdict Reporter Awards.

October 26, 2016
Ferrill Talks Trial Preparation and Presentation at CBA Event
Ferrill and fellow presenters will provide first-hand guidance on how to effectively try a case.

September 23, 2016
Larson, Terselic Obtain Defense Verdict in Lake County Case
The case involved the alleged failure to properly perform an appendectomy.

September 12, 2016
Rogers Named Vice President for Society of Trial Lawyers
Rogers will be vice president for a year and become president in 2017-2018.

August 15, 2016
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers List
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP also received the firm a Tier 1 ranking in the area of "Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants" in 2016.

August 15, 2016
Thevatheril, Anderson Earn Dismissal in Medical Negligence Case
Their healthcare system client was voluntary dismissed prior to trial.

August 3, 2016
Rogers, Lengerich Win Summary Judgment Motion in Medical Negligence Action
Rogers and Lengerich argued there was a lack of proximate cause between the defendants' alleged negligence and plaintiff's leg amputation.

July 27, 2016
Kocour, Schneider Win Summary Judgment Motion in Medical Negligence Case
The motion was on behalf of a Chicago-based hospital.

July 27, 2016
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Welcomes Four Lateral Attorneys
The four women range in practices from Medical Negligence and Healthcare or Toxic Tort Litigation.

June 30, 2016
Switzer, Albright Obtain Defense Verdict in Medical Negligence Case
The plaintiffs requested the jury return a verdict in excess of $15 million.

June 23, 2016
Four Lateral Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces four lateral associates have joined the firm's Chicago office.

June 1, 2016
Kocour Elected to Membership in American Board of Trial Advocates
Kocour joins several other Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP who are also ABOTA members.

May 25, 2016
Rogers, Donohue Obtain Defense Verdict for Anesthesiologist
The plaintiff claimed that the anesthesiologist failed to keep her under anesthesia and she moved during eye surgery resulting in choroidal hemorrhage and blindness in the eye.

April 18, 2016
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Receives Not Guilty Verdict in Medical Malpractice Defense Case
The plaintiff's attorney asked the jury for $77 - $85 million before the not guilty verdict.

March 2, 2016
Kanter Moderates Judges' Panel at Medical Malpractice Catastrophic Injury Conference
The judges discussed evidence and arguments in the context of medical malpractice.

February 29, 2016
Wiegler Speaks at Perioperative Medicine Summit
Wiegler spoke on sources of risk in the perioperative period and reducing the risk of getting sued.

January 12, 2016
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names New Partners
Clyder and Haddox practice in Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP’s Chicago office, while Henne practices in the firm’s Libertyville office.

January 5, 2016
Thevatheril Moderates Judges' Panel at ACI Medical Malpractice Catastrophic Injury Seminar
Seven state and federal judges will share insights on how they view evidence and arguments specifically in the medical malpractice context.

December 17, 2015
Lateral Associates, Law School Grads Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
The firm welcomes two lateral associates and two recent law school graduates to the firm's Chicago office.

August 17, 2015
Three Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers
Partner Dale Wills was also named the Product Liability Attorney of the Year.

July 30, 2015
Associate General Counsel, Lateral Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP announces the arrival of a new partner and three lateral associates, including one to its Madison County, Ill. office.

June 26, 2015
Schichtel, Weiler and Schneider Win Opinion in Illinois Appellate Court for Hospital Client
The opinion affirmed a summary judgment for Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's client and clarifies the scope of agency law in Illinois.

June 1, 2015
Thevatheril Speaks at American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Meeting
Thevatheril's presentation is on Liability and Loss Prevention. The session will discuss risk management, claims and litigation overview on medical and dental malpractice.

May 8, 2015
Kramer Addresses Nursing Home Litigation at CBA Seminar
Kramer will speak about the Illinois Nursing Home Care Act from the defense's perspective.

April 9, 2015
Schichtel Named to "Top 10 Women Civil Defense" Attorney List
Schichtel ranked second on the list of ten Chicago-area female attorneys.

March 3, 2015
Wiegler Speaks at Perioperative Medical Summit
Wiegler spoke on “Medicolegal Issues in Perioperative Medicine – Lessons from Some Real Cases” in collaboration with Dr. Gerald Smetana of Harvard Medical School.

January 29, 2015
Best Lawyers Recognizes Personal Injury Defense, Product Liability Practices
The firm received a Tier 1 ranking in the area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defense.

November 25, 2014
'12 Day Defensive Hot Streak' Highlighted in Law Bulletin Article
The article highlighted four defense verdicts Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys received on behalf of clients.

November 19, 2014
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Obtains Four Not Guilty Verdicts in 11 Days
In a span of 11 days, Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys obtained four not guilty verdicts at trial on behalf of clients.

October 24, 2014
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's Indiana Practice, New Attorneys Highlighted in Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Article
With an increasing workload in the Hoosier State, Swanson, Martin & Bell LLP has added a lateral partner and four lateral associates over the past five months.

October 27, 2014
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Obtains Not Guilty Verdict for Client Centegra Hospital - McHenry
The plaintiff asked for more than $7,000,000.

October 24, 2014
Schichtel Honored with Two Awards in October
Schichtel received awards from the Jury Verdict Reporter and the Women's Bar Association of Illinois.

October 21, 2014
Lateral Partner, Four Lateral Associates Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
All five attorneys practice in Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's Chicago office.

August 21, 2014
Three Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers
Drumke, Martin and Wills were named to Best Lawyers in various practice areas.

August 14, 2014
Kramer Speaks at Illinois Nursing Home Administrators Conference
His presentation focused on "Managing Litigation: What To Do Right."

June 27, 2014
Nickels Spotlighted in "Law Firm Leaders" Article
Nickels talked about the firm's recent growth, focus on business development, and entrepreneurial culture.

June 4, 2014
Lateral Associates, New Grad Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP welcomes three associates, including one who was recently sworn in to the Illinois Bar.

February 24, 2014
Wiegler Speaks at Perioperative Medicine Summit
She addressed "Medicolegal Issues in Perioperative Medicine – Lessons from Some Real Cases."

January 13, 2014
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names New Equity, Non-Equity Partners
Two were elected equity partners and two were elected non-equity partners.

December 10, 2013
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law Names Martin Alumnus of Distinction
Martin was chosen by a committee of alumni, faculty and staff through a year-long process that garnered more than 400 nominations.

November 18, 2013
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Welcomes Three Associates
The firm welcomes three associates, including two who were recently sworn in to the Illinois Bar.

November 1, 2013
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Named to Best Lawyers' List
U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" recognized Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP for its representation of defendants in product liability and personal injury lawsuits.

August 15, 2013
Wills, Martin Named to 2014 Best Lawyers in America List
Wills named in Product Liability Litigation - Defendants and Martin was named in Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants.

January 14, 2013
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names New Partners, Welcomes New Associate
Aiju C. Thevatheril was elected to equity partnership ranks, while Leanne W. Moore was named a non-equity partner.

November 26, 2012
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Welcomes Three New Associates
All three associates were recently sworn in to the Illinois Bar.

November 8, 2012
Helms Receives Jury Verdict Reporter Trial Lawyer Excellence Award For Career Achievement
Judges, trial attorneys and many of Helms' colleagues from Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attended the ceremony and reception.

October 3, 2012
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys, Guests Go “Retro” For Thumbuddy Special
Bazooka® gum, Pixy Stix®, Sweet Tarts® and Zotz® were all the rage at Tavern Tree House as Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP’s Medical Negligence and Healthcare Practice Group and its guests gathered in support of Thumbuddy Special.

May 15, 2012
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Welcomes Two Associates
Andrew J. Albright and Claire A. Floore join the firm's Chicago office.

March 19, 2012
Toxic Tort Team, Former Patent Examiner Join Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP welcomes four lateral attorneys to its Chicago office.

February 17, 2012
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Profiles Wehrman, New CARA President
The former Olympic marathon trials qualifier just began a two-year term as President of the CARA Board of Directors.

January 31, 2012
Verdict Recognized in Chicago Lawyer Year in Review Supplement
The highlighted case involved claims of medical malpractice which lead to the death of a pregnant woman from a pulmonary embolism.

January 23, 2012
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names New Partners
The firm's new partners focus on a variety of practice areas.

November 11, 2011
Swanson Receives Jury Verdict Reporter Trial Lawyer Excellence Award For Lifetime Achievement
Lenard C. Swanson was honored for his body of trial work and longtime mentoring of fellow attorneys.

October 19, 2011
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys and Guests “Glow” For Thumbuddy Special
For the third consecutive year, guests of Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP’s Medical Negligence and Healthcare Practice Group gathered in support of Thumbuddy Special.

October 18, 2010
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Features Article on SMB Event
The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin's October 6th issue featured the article, "Chicago law firm pitches in to help children with special needs," regarding Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's recent cocktail party fundraiser for Thumbuddy Special.


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