Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Secures Non-Guilty Verdict in Medical Negligence Case

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP attorneys Aiju C. Thevatheril, William P. Greubel, III and Sydney A. Erickson secured a defense verdict at trial on behalf of their clients, a nurse practitioner, emergency medicine physician, an internal medicine hospitalist, and a local area hospital system in a case involving the death of a 57-year-old patient. 

 Plaintiff asked the jury for $5,450,000. Following a 2-week trial, the jury returned a verdict for the defense. The case was tried before Judge Kevin D. Costello.

 Aiju C. Thevatheril focuses his practice on the defense of medical negligence and catastrophic injury claims. He represents hospitals and healthcare providers in cases involving professional negligence, particularly those with catastrophic damages. Learn more about Aiju and his practice here.

 William P. Greubel, III focuses on the defense of professional negligence claims, representing physicians, medical groups, hospitals, and other allied healthcare providers in a wide range of complex personal injury and wrongful death matters. Learn more about Will and his practice here.

 Sydney A. Erickson is an associate in Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP’s Chicago office, where she concentrates her practice on medical negligence and healthcare litigation, involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and insurance. Sydney brings a diverse background to the firm, drawing from her experience across multiple industries and practice areas. Learn more about Sydney and her practice here.