# cmvlaw ## Posts - [Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine Continues Chicago Growth](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cunningham-meyer-vedrine-continues-chicago-growth/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine announced today that Daniel “Dan” Mills and Robert “Bob” Sidkey have joined the firm’s professional liability, healthcare and civil defense practice in its Chicago office. With these additions, the firm now has 32 attorneys whose practice spans state and federal courts throughout the Midwest. Dan Mills joins as a shareholder. He has approximately 30 years of experience handling a variety of cases in state and federal court. Dan has developed a unique skill set that has proven invaluable to his clients in the courtroom. He has successfully defended a range of professionals at trial, including neurosurgeons, […] - [Defense Verdict for OB/GYN Regarding Perforated Diverticulum and Bowel](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/defense-verdict-for-ob-gyn-regarding-perforated-diverticulum-and-bowel/): Posted in: Medical and Professional Negligence Marni Slavick and Kipp Cornell obtained a defense verdict on behalf of a local medical group and an OB/GYN physician following an 8-day trial in the Circuit Court of Cook County, before Judge Brendan O’Brien. The female plaintiff-patient developed a perforated diverticulum and bowel perforation several days after having a D&C (dilation and curettage) performed by the defendant-physician. Plaintiff claimed that the OB/GYN had caused a uterine and bowel perforation during the D&C procedure. Plaintiff further claimed that this intra-operative perforation necessitated the extensive bowel repair procedure, prolonged her recovery and caused her to […] - [16 Days and 2 Not Guilty Verdicts for Slavick and Cornell](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/six-cmv-attorneys-named-2021-illinois-super-lawyers/): Marni Slavick and Kipp Cornell obtained a defense verdict on behalf of a local hospital system and a general surgeon, following a 9-day trial in the Circuit Court of Cook County. Plaintiff with Crohn’s Disease sought surgical treatment from the defendant surgeon who performed a laparoscopic parastomal hernia repair which he converted to an open procedure intraoperatively upon discovering difficult anatomy. Plaintiff claimed that post-operatively she developed significant complications related to the surgeon’s approach and surgical management. Plaintiff further claimed that the next 3.5 years of treatment she required were a consequence of the failed hernia repair. The defense presented […] - [Herbert & Curshellas Secure Defense Verdict](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/herbert-curshellas-secure-defense-verdict/): Scott Herbert and Lisa Curshellas secured a defense verdict on behalf of a primary care physician in the Circuit Court of Cook County. The 34 year old patient alleged that her primary care physician deviated from the standard of care when he prescribed wight loss medication, Phentermine, without advising her of the risks of the medication. The patient suffered a miscarriage shortly after being prescribed the medication and brought an action for herself and on behalf of the estate of the fetus. The primary care physican’s motion to bar the cause of action under the fetal death statute was granted […] - [Kevin Vedrine Selected as Lawyer of the Year](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/kevin-vedrine-selected-as-lawyer-of-the-year/): Scott Herbert and Lisa Curshellas secured a defense verdict on behalf of a primary care physician in the Circuit Court of Cook County. The 34 year old patient alleged that her primary care physician deviated from the standard of care when he prescribed wight loss medication, Phentermine, without advising her of the risks of the medication. The patient suffered a miscarriage shortly after being prescribed the medication and brought an action for herself and on behalf of the estate of the fetus. The primary care physican’s motion to bar the cause of action under the fetal death statute was granted […] - [Allegations of "Leaky" Cement by Pain Management Physician found not Guilty](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/allegations-of-leaky-cement-by-pain-management-physician-found-not-guilty/): Posted in: Medical and Professional Negligence Marni R. Slavick and Thomas A. Lang obtained a defense verdict on behalf of their clients, a pain management physician and his practice group, following a week-long trial in the Circuit Court of Cook County before Judge Maura Slattery-Boyle. Plaintiff suffered a T9 vertebral fracture as the result of a boating accident and sought treatment from the defendant pain management physician, who performed a kyphoplasty (a procedure wherein cement is injected into the fractured bone to help provide stabilization and support for healing and to help with pain complaints.) During the course of the […] - [Not Guilty for Local Hospital Sued for Apparent Agency of Private Neurologist](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/not-guilty-for-local-hospital-sued-for-apparent-agency-of-private-neurologist/): CMV obtains its third straight defense verdict in 2021! On Thursday, June 24, 2021, Daniel Mills and Melissa Mitchell obtained a not guilty verdict in favor of a local hospital following a two and a half week jury trial in DuPage County. The plaintiff, represented by Clifford Law Offices, alleged that the co-defendant neurologist failed to timely diagnose her brain cancer. The plaintiff was initially treated at the hospital in August 2009 where an MRI showed an abnormality in the right frontal lobe of her brain. The co-defendant neurologist planned to obtain a follow up MRI in three months, which […] - [Three CMV Attorneys Named 2021 Illinois Rising Stars](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/three-cmv-attorneys-named-2021-illinois-rising-stars/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is pleased to announce that Courtney Lindbert, Anthony Sam and Sarah Rodak Johnsonk have been named 2021 Illinois Rising Stars by the publication Super Lawyers. The Rising Stars list, which recognizes lawyers 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less, includes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in Illinois. Super Lawyers selects Rising Stars based on independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Additional information is available at www.superlawyers.com. - [Six CMV Attorneys Named 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/six-cmv-attorneys-named-2021-illinois-super-lawyers-2/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been named 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers. Six attorneys were named Super Lawyers: · Dan Mills · William Cunningham · Mike Slovis · Charles Redden · Dave Burtker · Kevin Vedrine Super Lawyers designates lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in Illinois are selected for the Illinois Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers selects lawyers for its lists based on independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. […] - [CMV Partner Sarah Rodak selected to Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 40 Under 40](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-partner-sarah-rodak-selected-to-chicago-daily-law-bulletin-40-under-40/) - [Jury's Verdict in favor of Plaintiff is Reversed on Appeal](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/jurys-verdict-in-favor-of-plaintiff-is-reversed-on-appeal/): CMV Law is proud to congratulate David Burtker, Marni Slavick and Kipp Cornell on a significant win for Illinois healthcare systems. On August 21, 2020 the First District reversed a $50.3 million jury verdict awarded in the Circuit Court of Cook County on October 9, 2018. Less than sixty days prior to trial, Plaintiff disclosed new information related to the minor child’s autism diagnosis. The Defendant’s requests to file supplemental disclosures and for other evidentiary relief were denied by four circuit court judges during the discovery, trial and post-trial processes. The First District Appellate Court found the actions of Plaintiff […] - [Courtney Lindbert and Melissa Mitchell named CMV Partners](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/courtney-lindbert-and-melissa-mitchell-named-cmv-partners/): On behalf of Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine, P.C. we are proud to announce that Courtney Lindbert E. and Melissa L, Mitchell have been promoted to Partners of the firm,” said Mike Slovis, Managing Partner of the firm’s Chicago office. “Each of them has achieved the highest level of professional accomplishment and is committed to advancing and protecting the interests of our clients and the values of the firm.” Ms. Lindbert focuses her practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on medical and professional malpractice claims. Additionally, she represents clients in other general tort and commercial litigation matters. Over the course […] - [Summary of Governor Pritzker's Executive Order in Response to COVID-19 (COVID-19 Executive Order No. 17) Dated April 1, 2020](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/summary-of-governor-pritzkers-executive-order-in-response-to-covid-19-covid-19-executive-order-no-17-dated-april-1-2020/): In anticipation of COVID-19 related litigation, Governor Pritzker has elected to use his powers pursuant to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Act (IEMA) to protect healthcare providers and facilities from civil lawsuits related to care and treatment provided to patients in response to COVID-19. On April 1, 2020, Governor Pritzker signed an Executive Order in Response to COVID-19 (COVID-19 Executive Order No. 17). A copy of the Order is attached. Beginning on April 1, 2020, and through the pendency of the COVID-19 crisis (“the Gubernational Disaster Proclamation”) which has currently been extended to April 30, 2020, healthcare facilities, healthcare professionals, […] - [IDFPR Extends Deadline for Physician and Nursing Licensure Renewal](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/idfpr-extends-deadline-for-physician-and-nursing-licensure-renewal/): On March 18, 2020 the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation issued a press release announcing that those professions whose licenses expire between March 17, 2020 and July 31, 2020 and are currently in renewal are automatically having the expiration date extended to September 30, 2020. https://www.idfpr.com/News/2020/2020%2003%2018%20IDFPR%20Variance%20Press%20Release.pdf The professions which have licensure renewals during that period of time include physicians and surgeons and chiropractic physicians. All of these licenses were previously required to renew by July 31, 2020 and are now extended to September 30, 2020. Nursing licenses are also in renewal in 2020 with all categories of nursing […] - [CMV Law response to COVID-19](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-law-response-to-covid-19/): Dear CMV Clients and Friends: Due to the current situation with COVID-19, CMV Law has made the decision to stay open and service our clients. All attorneys and staff will be fully operational working remotely. In light of the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, our firm is prepared to adapt and adjust to this new business reality. We are working to maintain our exceptional client service while simultaneously protecting the health and safety of our employees and clients. The health and safety of our employees, clients and colleagues and their loved ones is our top priority. CMV Law has the IT […] - [Redden and Lang Win Not Guilty Verdict for ER Physician](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/redden-and-lang-win-not-guilty-verdict-for-er-physician/): Charlie Redden and Tom Lang recently won a not guilty verdict in a wrongful death medical malpractice lawsuit in Cook County. The patient was a 30-year-old woman treated in the ER by the defendant physician and physician’s assistant. The patient complained of back and chest wall pain, a history of nausea and vomiting, and blood in her urine the day before. The patient claimed that the defendants failed to order a CBC, which allegedly would have shown TTP (thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura) an aggressive and life-threatening blood disease. Three weeks after her ER visit, the patient was diagnosed with TTP and […] - [Redden and Gustin Win Not Guilty Verdict for Podiatrist](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/redden-and-gustin-win-not-guilty-verdict-for-podiatrist/): Charles Redden and K. Courtney Gustin, won a not guilty jury verdict in a podiatric malpractice lawsuit pending in Cook County. The lawsuit was filed against a podiatrist who removed a cyst and bone spur. The plaintiff developed Charcot foot syndrome, a condition causing weakening of the bones in the foot enough to fracture and change the foot’s shape. The plaintiff alleged that the podiatrist’s surgery to remove a cyst and bone spur was contraindicated because evidence of Charcot syndrome was present prior to the surgery. In addition, the plaintiff alleged that the podiatrist was professionally negligent in his failure […] - [Larsen and Begley Win Not Guilty Verdict for Dentist](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/larsen-and-begley-win-not-guilty-verdict-for-dentist/): CMV Attorneys, Robert L. Larsen and Heather A. Begley, obtained a Not Guilty verdict, in their client’s favor, in a dental malpractice matter in a jury trial pending in the Circuit Court of Cook County. The lawsuit was filed against a Chicago dentist and his dental group by a plaintiff who was not satisfied with the veneers placed at teeth numbers 6 and 11. The plaintiff alleged the veneers were not-aesthetically pleasing due to the color, over-contouring and fit. The plaintiff also alleged that the dentist was professionally negligent in his preparation of teeth numbers 5 and 12, which led […] - [Cunningham Meyer & Vedrine Receives Tier 1 Ranking By U.S. News and Best Lawyers](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cunningham-meyer-vedrine-receives-tier-1-ranking-by-u-s-news-and-best-lawyers/): In its recently released 2020 “Best Law Firms” rankings, U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyers gave Cunningham Meyer & Vedrine, PC it’s highest Tier 1 ranking as a top litigation medical malpractice defense law firm. According to the publication, firms included in the 2020 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a Tier 1 ranking signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise. Rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from […] - [Two CMV Attorneys Named 2020 Illinois Rising Stars](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/two-cmv-attorneys-named-2020-illinois-rising-stars/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is pleased to announce that Sarah Rodak Johnson and Anthony Sam have been named 2020 Illinois Rising Stars by the publication Super Lawyers. The Rising Stars list, which recognizes lawyers 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less, includes no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in Illinois. Super Lawyers selects Rising Stars based on independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Additional information is available at www.superlawyers.com. - [Five CMV Attorneys Named 2020 Illinois Super Lawyers](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/five-cmv-attorneys-named-2020-illinois-super-lawyers/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is pleased to announce that five attorneys have been named 2020 Illinois Super Lawyers. Five attorneys were named Super Lawyers: · William Cunningham · Daniel Mills · Charles Redden · Michael Slovis · Kevin Vedrine Super Lawyers designates lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in Illinois are selected for the Illinois Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers selects lawyers for its lists based on independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Additional information is […] - [Strauss and Skarpiak Turn a Double Play in Federal Court](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/strauss-and-skarpiak-turn-a-double-play-in-federal-court/): CMV trial attorneys Peter Strauss and Chad Skarpiak recently won two defense verdicts in back-to-back federal jury trials in Chicago, before Judge Kennelly. In both cases, a prisoner brought a Section 1983 claim against correctional health care providers, alleging that providers violated his civil rights because they were deliberately indifferent to his medical needs. In the first trial, the patient claimed that he suffered bilateral bicep ruptures with resultant pain, limited range of motion, strength in his arms and shoulders after a physician at the prison allegedly ignored the severity of his condition, inappropriately discontinued physical therapy, and failed to […] - [Kevin Vedrine Named to 2020 Best Lawyers in America List Two Years Running](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/kevin-vedrine-named-to-2020-best-lawyers-in-america-list-two-years-running/): Cunningham Meyer & Vedrine, P.C. is pleased to announce that Kevin Vedrine has once again been selected by the publication, Best Lawyers in America, for his work in the area of Medical Malpractice Defense. Best Lawyers in America uses peer ranking to select its members and is considered one of oldest and most respected publications in the legal profession. To contact Kevin directly, please email him at kvedrine@cmvlaw.com. - [Scott Herbert and Anthony Sam obtained a Not Guilty Verdict for a dentist and her practice group in Cook County](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/scott-herbert-and-anthony-sam-obtained-a-not-guilty-verdict-for-a-dentist-and-her-practice-group-in-cook-county/): Scott Herbert and Anthony Sam obtained a Not Guilty Verdict for a dentist and her practice group in a case tried in Cook County. The case involved a patient who had a history of moderate to severe chronic periodontitis who underwent three dental procedures after a 3-year gap in treatment. The patient claimed during the first dental procedure her dentist found an oral abscess that was not treated with antibiotics. After the initial dental procedure, the patient went to the hospital with severe headaches, left side facial dropping and left sided paralysis. She was diagnosed with a right sided subdural […] - [Herbert and Tomasik Obtain "Not Guilty" Verdict in DuPage County](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/herbert-and-tomasik-obtain-not-guilty-verdict-in-dupage-county/): Attorneys, Scott Herbert and TJ Tomasik, successfully defended an orthopedic spine surgeon and a multi-specialty physician group in a case brought by a 71-year old DuPage County woman. In the Summer of 2013, the plaintiff underwent an L4-L5 diskectomy, decompression, and fusion of the lumbar spine performed by the defendant surgeon. During the surgery, surgical screws were only placed on the left side of the plaintiff’s spine, after it was found that her bones were too osteoporotic on the right side for any screws to be placed. When the plaintiff woke up from surgery, she complained of having numbness and […] - [Courtney Lindbert elected Financial Secretary of the Women's Bar Association of Illinois](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/courtney-lindbert-elected-financial-secretary-of-the-womens-bar-association-of-illinois/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine, PC continues its commitment to advancing women in the law. Attorney Courtney E. Lindbert was recently elected Financial Secretary to the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois (WBAI) for the 2019-2010 bar term. Courtney has served as a director for the past three years, and currently co-chairs the Judicial Evaluation Committee. Courtney and the other officers and directors will be sworn in at the WBAI Annual Dinner at The Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan, May 30, 2019. - [Vedrine and Solfa Secure Defense Victory at Trial for an Anesthesiologist](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/vedrine-and-solfa-secure-defense-victory-at-trial-for-an-anesthesiologist/): Attorneys Kevin J. Vedrine and Christopher J. Solfa successfully defended an anesthesiologist and his corporation in a medical malpractice trial in Kane County, Illinois before Judge Mark Pheanis. Plaintiff alleged that the conduct of the anesthesiologist, a general surgeon and a cardiologist caused the death of a 36-year old female. The patient arrived at the hospital with acute appendicitis and in need of an appendectomy. The patient had been previously diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and had voluntarily stopped taking her prescribed medications for her hyperthyroidism before her presentation to the hospital. Plaintiff asserted that, based upon the patient’s condition post-operatively, the […] - [Cunningham and Begley Receive Successful Arbitration Award](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cunningham-and-begley-receive-successful-arbitration-award/): William F. Cunningham and Heather A. Begley received an arbitration award in their client’s favor in Kane County, Illinois. Their client, a certified public accountant (CPA), was alleged to have failed to advise his client of tax liabilities owed in the State of Wisconsin on gambling winnings. Plaintiff sought damages for interest and penalties owed to the State of Wisconsin, which were incurred as a result of not timely paying her taxes. - [Slavick and Compton Win Post-Surgery Death Claim](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/slavick-and-compton-win-post-surgery-death-claim/): Marni Slavick and Michael Compton recently obtained a defense verdict in a Cook County medical malpractice case in which the plaintiff claimed that the defendant general surgeon had negligently performed a hiatal hernia repair surgery. The plaintiff died following an injury to her vena cava sustained during the surgery. Plaintiff argued that such an injury was not a known complication and would not have occurred absent professional negligence. Marni and Mike presented evidence that this was indeed a known complication of the hernia repair surgery and that their client-surgeon had operated in accordance with the standard of care. Following a […] - [David Burtker Inducted into International Society of Barristers](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/david-burtker-inducted-into-international-society-of-barristers/): CMV congratulates David Burtker who was inducted into the International Society of Barristers during its annual meeting held in Tucson AZ in March. The International Society of Barristers is an invitation-only organization of trial lawyers deemed outstanding in the field of advocacy in court and professionalism in all dealings with the court and opposing counsel. David was 1 of only 3 Illinois attorneys inducted at the meeting this year. - [Larsen and Tomasik Secure Victory At Trial On Behalf of General Surgeon](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/larsen-and-tomasik-secure-victory-at-trial-on-behalf-of-general-surgeon/): Bob Larsen and T.J. Tomasik secured a victory in DuPage County on behalf of a general surgeon in a case where a patient experienced complication from an umbilical hernia repair with mesh, allegedly resulting in a bowel obstruction, second surgery, and bowel resection. The evidence at trial established that the plaintiff/patient presented to the defendant/general surgeon for evaluation of an umbilical hernia he had lived with for 10 years. The defendant surgeon chose to perform a hernia repair with mesh and scheduled the procedure for May 27, 2014. The procedure went forward as planned, and the plaintiff was discharged from […] - [Slavick and Cornell Win Assault/Battery, False Imprisonment and Malicious Prosecution Trial for Chicagoland Hospital](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/slavick-and-cornell-win-assault-battery-false-imprisonment-and-malicious-prosecution-trial-for-chicagoland-hospital/): Congratulations to Marni Slavick and Kipp Cornell on a defense verdict in favor of their clients a Chicagoland hospital, an ER nurse, and a hospital security officer. The evidence at trial established that the plaintiff attempted to elope while intoxicated from the hospital’s Emergency Room and this resulted in the need for restraint. The plaintiff also spit on the ER nurse which resulted in her detention and arrest. Plaintiff alleged that the hospital personnel had committed assault and battery on her when she required restraint. Plaintiff further alleged that hospital personnel falsely imprisoned her which later resulted in her asking […] - [Shareholder Bob Larsen Successfully Defends Another Appeal](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/shareholder-bob-larsen-successfully-defends-another-appeal/): Posted in: Appeals Shareholder, Robert L. Larsen, successfully defended an appeal in the Second District Appellate Court on behalf of his client, a clinical psychology group, in a matter involving an allegation of intentional infliction of emotional distress. The appellate court affirmed the trial court’s dismissal of the plaintiff’s cause of action for failure to state a claim upon which relief could be granted. - [CMV Secures 4 End Of The Year Wins To Close Out 2018](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-secures-4-end-of-the-year-wins-to-close-out-2018/): Since December 18, CMV has won four cases, two at the trial court level, and two at the appellate court level. First, Charles Redden and Thomas Lang won a not guilty verdict in Winnebago County, representing a radiologist in an alleged mis-diagnosis of a perforated appendix. Then William Cunningham, Heather Begley, and Robert Larsen won their post-trial motion upholding a not guilty jury verdict for a case tried earlier this year, in Kane County. Next, Marni Slavick and Kenneth Seale had their summary judgment motion affirmed by the Illinois First District Appellate Court in a premises liability case involving a […] - [Kevin Vedrine Named to 2019 Best Lawyers List](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/kevin-vedrine-named-to-2019-best-lawyers-list/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is delighted to announce that Kevin Vedrine has been named to the Best Lawyers 2019 list in the category of Chicago Medical Malpractice – Defense. Kevin has earned a reputation as a fierce advocate for clients, having first-chaired more medical malpractice cases than anyone in his peer age group. This list recognizes attorneys who are leaders in their field. Best Lawyer is based entirely on peer-reviewed nominations. The methodology behind these awards is designed to capture the consensus opinion of lawyers within the same legal practice and geographical area. To learn more, visit BestLawyers.com. - [CMV Secures a Victory on Behalf of Neurosurgeon and Hospital](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-secures-a-victory-on-behalf-of-neurosurgeon-and-hospital/): Posted in: Medical and Professional Negligence Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine secured a victory on behalf of a neurosurgeon and hospital involved in a case in which a woman experienced extensive complications following a brain aneurysm procedure. In February 2007, the patient, who was then 31, presented to the hospital complaining of vomiting, neck and head pain. She was assessed by the defendant neurosurgeon who determined that the patient had a ruptured aneurysm which required surgery. The defendant presented two options for methods of surgery: to clip or coil the aneurysm. Clipping was determined to be the preferred method as the […] - [CMV Continues Growth and Adds 3 Associates in 2018](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-continues-growth-and-adds-3-associates-in-2018/): CMV is pleased to announce that Samuel B. Chae, K. Courtney Gustin and Monica J. Henderson have joined the firm’s Chicago office as associates in 2018. Sam focuses his practice on medical malpractice and professional liability. Prior to joining the firm, he was an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted to verdict more than 100 jury or bench trials. He earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law in 2013. Courtney’s practice focuses on insurance defense in areas of medical malpractice, federal civil rights defense, nursing neglect and toxic tort. She previously […] - [Charles Redden Honored at 9th Annual JVR Awards](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/charles-redden-honored-at-9th-annual-jvr-awards/): CMV is pleased to announce that Samuel B. Chae, K. Courtney Gustin and Monica J. Henderson have joined the firm’s Chicago office as associates in 2018. Sam focuses his practice on medical malpractice and professional liability. Prior to joining the firm, he was an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted to verdict more than 100 jury or bench trials. He earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law in 2013. Courtney’s practice focuses on insurance defense in areas of medical malpractice, federal civil rights defense, nursing neglect and toxic tort. She previously […] - [Scott Herbert and Timothy Dobry Obtain Defense Verdict on Behalf of Orthopedic Spine Surgeon](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/scott-herbert-and-timothy-dobry-obtain-defense-verdict-on-behalf-of-orthopedic-spine-surgeon/): CMV’s client performed a decompressive laminectomy on Plaintiff to address a massively herniated thoracic disk which occurred after Plaintiff fell down a flight of stairs five months earlier. The 29-year-old Plaintiff alleged that the spine surgeon used an improper approach to remove the herniated disk, causing a spinal cord injury resulting in significant permanent neurological deficits. Plaintiff’s counsel did not ask for a specific dollar figure in damages, but rather suggested to the jury that their verdict for Plaintiff should “contain a lot of zeroes.” The defense argued that despite the result, which is a known risk of any spine […] - [Cunningham and Begley Obtain Not Guilty Verdict in $13M Lap Chole Claim](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cunningham-and-begley-obtain-not-guilty-verdict-in-13m-lap-chole-claim/): William F. Cunningham and Heather A. Begley successfully defended a general surgeon in a medical malpractice lawsuit during a two-week trial in Kane County before Judge Mark A. Pheanis. The general surgeon’s patient had a prior medical history involving both heart disease and Stage IV Renal disease. He underwent a laparoscopic cholecystectomy to remove his gallbladder in August of 2011. Several days following the surgery, it was determined that his common bile duct had been cut leading to peritonitis. The plaintiff was referred for care of his complications to UIC in Chicago. The patient then underwent numerous follow-up surgeries at […] - [In 7 Minutes, CMV Wins 2 Cases Totaling $6.6 Million in Combined Claims](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/in-7-minutes-cmv-wins-2-cases-totaling-6-6-million-in-combined-claims/): Cunningham, Meyer lawyers get 2 not guilty verdicts in less than one hour. In a matter of minutes on Wednesday, July 18th, partners at Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine P.C. secured two defense jury verdicts in nearby courtrooms on the 24th floor of the Daley Center. The first verdict stemmed from a medical-malpractice suit in which plaintiff alleged optometrist failed to diagnose the plaintiff with compressive optic neuropathy during an eye examination on January 30th, 2014. As a result of the incident the plaintiff alleged she lost 80 percent of the sight in her left eye. CMV Partner, Dan Mills, argued […] - [CMV Obtains Not Guilty Verdict in $5 Million Stroke Claim](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-obtains-not-guilty-verdict-in-5-million-stroke-claim/): David C. Burtker and Kipp B. Cornell recently secured a not guilty verdict for their clients, NorthShore University HealthSystem and Mark Stern, M.D. in a two-week trial before Judge Janet Brosnahan, Daley Center, Chicago, Illinois. The jury returned a “not liable” verdict as to all defendants on July 18, 2018. Plaintiff, the wife of a world renowned criminal defense attorney, alleged that Dr. Stern and NUH were negligent in failing to prescribe anticoagulant medication because Plaintiff was a woman over the age of 65 with a history of atrial fibulation. Plaintiff also alleged that she had undiagnosed hypertension that increased […] - [CMV Returns Not Guilty Verdict for All Defendants After Two-Week Trial](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-returns-not-guilty-verdict-for-all-defendants-after-two-week-trial/): Dan Mills and Courtney Lindbert successfully defended an optometrist and her clinic on Wednesday, July 18th at the Daley Center in room 2404. After a two-week trial, the jury returned a not guilty verdict for all Defendants. The Plaintiff had a long history of Graves’ disease. The Plaintiff presented to an ophthalmologist on January 17, 2014 complaining of worsening vision. Thirteen days later, on January 30, 2014, the Plaintiff returned to the clinic to see the Defendant optometrist. The Plaintiff complained of worsening vision in one eye. The Defendant optometrist testified that the patient’s eyes were examined without dilation. The […] - [CMV Secures Not Guilty Verdict in $7 Million Claim](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-secures-not-guilty-verdict-in-7-million-claim/): William F. Cunningham and Melissa Mitchell recently secured a not guilty verdict for their client, an ambulatory surgery center, in a DuPage County wrongful death lawsuit. Plaintiff alleged that the ambulatory surgery center was negligent in discharging the decedent home following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder) surgery. Plaintiff also alleged that the discharge was in violation of the surgery center’s own policies. The anesthesiologist involved in the discharge was also named in the suit. Interestingly, the plaintiff did not sue the surgeons who performed the procedure. The decedent, a 54-year-old woman, was discharged home and returned to the emergency department less […] - [Courtney Lindbert Elected as a Director for Women's Bar Association](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/courtney-lindbert-elected-as-a-director-for-womens-bar-association/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is delighted to announce that associate Courtney Lindbert has been elected to a two-year term as a director for the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois. This marks Courtney’s second election to director for the WBAI. She began her first term in June 2016 and served as co-chair of the Judicial Evaluation Committee, Judicial Reception Committee and Civil Litigation Committee during her tenure. She has also served on numerous WBAI Annual Dinner committees and Top Women Lawyers in Leadership committees. She will be sworn in for this term at the WBAI Installation Dinner on June 13, 2018 […] - [Spyro Demakis and Dan Mills Share Best Practices at Ophthalmology Conference](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/spyro-demakis-and-dan-mills-share-best-practices-at-ophthalmology-conference/): Shareholders Spyro Demakis and Dan Mills shared risk management best practices at the Joint Illinois Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons and Chicago Ophthalmologic Society Conference in Rosemont, Illinois on March 23, 2018. This conference is annually attended by hundreds of eye physicians, technicians, administrators and office staff. Spyro spoke on “How Office Staff Fits Into Risk Management” while Dan spoke on “Legal Issues For Ophthalmology – Communicating With Patients/Families About Informed Consent and Discharge Instructions.” - [Courtney Lindbert Joins as Associate](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/courtney-lindbert-joins-as-associate/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is pleased to announce Courtney Lindbert has joined the firm as an associate. Courtney is a seasoned associate who focuses her practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on medical and professional malpractice claims. Over the course of her career, she has successfully tried multiple jury and bench trials, including obtaining a $3.4 million legal malpractice judgment and securing dispositive motions in ADA and ADEA cases in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Earlier in her career Courtney developed a wide-ranging civil litigation practice including insurance defense, complex commercial litigation and employment […] - [Seven CMV Attorneys Named 2018 Illinois Super Lawyers](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/seven-cmv-attorneys-named-2018-illinois-super-lawyers/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine announced today that seven attorneys have been named to the 2018 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Five attorneys were named Super Lawyers, including: · William Cunningham · Daniel Mills · Charles Redden · Michael Slovis · Kevin Vedrine Additionally, two attorneys were named to the Rising Stars list: · Courtney Lindbert, who joined the firm earlier this month · Sarah Rodak Johnson Super Lawyers designates lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in Illinois are […] - [Tom Lang Shares Best Practices for Responding to Plaintiff Using Client's Deposition in a Medical Malpractice Trial](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/tom-lang-shares-best-practices-for-responding-to-plaintiff-using-clients-deposition-in-a-medical-malpractice-trial/): Thomas Lang recently shared best practices on the strategic response to client deposition use at trial by a plaintiff broadly in this piece published in Professional Liability Defense Quarterly, and drilled down to Illinois-specific guidance in the piece below. Illinois Law and Strategic Responses to Client Deposition Use at Trial by Plaintiff By Thomas LangCunningham, Meyer & Vedrine P.C. In medical negligence cases, plaintiffs’ counsel will often call the defendant doctor as an adverse witness during plaintiff’s case in chief, in order to elicit damaging admissions, and to start the trial on by putting the defendant immediately on the defensive. […] - [Dave Burtker Named to Two Prestigious Trial Lawyer Organizations](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/dave-burtker-named-to-two-prestigious-trial-lawyer-organizations/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is proud to announce that partner Dave Burtker has been elected to the board of directors for The Society of Trial Lawyers and has become a member of the International Society of Barristers. The board of directors for The Society of Trial Lawyers oversees this elite group of Illinois’ top trial lawyers, which was formed in 1934. Its mission is to foster a spirit of loyalty and fraternity among trial lawyers; to maintain the highest ethical standards in the trial of cases; and to promote closer relationships between and among trial lawyers and the judiciary to […] - [Michael Compton Named Partner](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/michael-compton-named-partner/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is delighted to announce that Michael Compton has been named a partner at the firm. Since joining CMV in 2010, his practice has focused on civil litigation with an emphasis on defending medical malpractice claims. - [Dave Burtker and Sarah Rodak Secure Contribution Case Victory with $7 Million at Stake](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/dave-burtker-and-sarah-rodak-secure-contribution-case-victory-with-7-million-at-stake/): Dave Burtker and Sarah Rodak Johnson secured a near complete victory for a treating physician in an Illinois Contribution Act claim in which $7 million was at stake. After a construction management company settled with a construction worker over injuries sustained on the job, the company continued to pursue its claim against the injured worker’s treating physicians, saying the doctor made the injuries worse and caused him to be totally disabled from work. CMV argued that it was the construction management company’s negligence that lead to the injuries and that the doctor did not deviate from standard of care. The […] - [Bill Cunningham Selected to America’s Top 100 Attorneys ®](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/bill-cunningham-selected-to-americas-top-100-attorneys/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is proud to announce that its senior founding shareholder, William F. “Bill” Cunningham, has been selected for the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the attorney rating group, America’s Top 100 Attorneys®. To help ensure that all attorneys selected for membership meet the very high standards expected for selection, candidates for Lifetime Achievement are carefully screened through comprehensive qualitative comparative analysis based on a broad array of criteria, including the candidate’s professional experience, lifetime achievements, significant case results, peer reputation, and community impact. Less than one-half percent (0.5%) of active attorneys in the United States receive this […] - [Emerging Lawyers 2017](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/emerging-lawyers-2017/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is honored to announce that Cynthia Ackelmire, Tom Lang, Melissa Mitchell and Marni Slavick have been selected as Emerging Medical Malpractice Defense Lawyers by Emerging Lawyers, a Division of Law Bulletin. Emerging Lawyers are identified by their peers as the top lawyers in Illinois who are 40 years of age or younger. Shareholder, David Burtker said, “We are all very proud of the dedication and achievements of these four attorneys. Congratulations.” - [CMV Secures Not-Guilty Verdict for Nurse Anesthetist in $2.6 Million claim](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-secures-not-guilty-verdict-for-nurse-anesthetist-in-2-6-million-claim/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine’s David Burtker and Peter Strauss secured a not-guilty verdict for a certified registered nurse anesthetist accused of failure to properly position and monitor a patient during a lengthy surgery. The plaintiff, a 58-year-old woman, underwent bilateral breast reduction/reconstruction surgery and an abdominoplasty in 2008. During the procedure the surgeon found a mass in the right breast and had to perform additional reconstruction, which caused the surgery to last more than 12 hours. Beyond that complication, the surgery was routine and successful. The plaintiff claimed that immediately post-op she complained of severe pain in the right arm. […] - [Bill Cunningham Speaks in Philadelphia](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/bill-cunningham-speaks-in-philadelphia/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine is pleased to announce that for the ninth year in a row, that CMV’s founding senior partner, William F. “Bill” Cunningham, spoke at a seminar put on by the American Conference Institute as part of their 16th Annual Advanced Forum on Obstetric Malpractice. Bill spoke on the topic: “Jury Trial Techniques: Explaining Difficult Medical Terms to Juries and Advancing Successful Techniques and Trial Tactics to Make Winning Arguments.” For those interested in the techniques discussed by Bill, please contact him directly at williamcunningham@cmvlaw.com. - [CMV Wins Defense Verdict for Dentist in $1.6 Million Claim](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-wins-defense-verdict-for-dentist-in-1-6-million-claim/) - [CMV Prevails for Doctor in $4.2 Million Childbirth Case](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-prevails-for-doctor-in-4-2-million-childbirth-case/): Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine’s Charlie Redden and Tom Lang secured a complete victory for their clients, an obstetrician and a women’s health center, following claims of injury to a child during birth. During the plaintiff’s delivery in 2003, a shoulder dystocia was encountered, and the defendant OB successfully delivered the child with the McRoberts maneuver. There was an inadvertent fracture of the left humerus during delivery, which is a known risk related to efforts to solve a dystocia. The plaintiff also claimed the child suffered a brachial plexus injury and hypoxic brain injury during the delivery. The plaintiff asked for […] - [CMV Prevails in $2.4 Million Coumadin-Management Suit](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/cmv-prevails-in-2-4-million-coumadin-management-suit/) - [Lang and Nankervis win defense verdict for neurosurgeons and local hospital](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/lang-and-nankervis-win-defense-verdict-for-neurosurgeons-and-local-hospital/): Posted in: Medical and Professional Negligence Tom Lang and Jeff Nankervis secured a defense verdict in favor of two defendant neurosurgeons and a local hospital following a week and a half long trial in Cook County in December 2023. Plaintiff claimed that the defendant physicians improperly placed pedicle screws during a lumbar spinal fusion surgery, allegedly resulting in failure of the fusion, the need for a revision fusion and permanent low back pain and disability. Plaintiff further claimed that the defendants failed to order intra-operative and post operative CT imaging to verify the location/placement of the screws. On behalf of […] - [Lang and Wiens Win Defense Verdict for Hospitalist Physician](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/lang-and-wiens-win-defense-verdict-for-hospitalist-physician/): Posted in: Medical and Professional Negligence Tom Lang and Hannah Wiens secured a defense verdict on behalf of a family medicine/hospitalist physician, following a four week long trial in Cook County in November 2023. Plaintiff claimed a failure to diagnose and treat infection and septic shock (caused by Group A Streptococcus) in a 19 year old woman, resulting in her death. The patient presented to the emergency department of a local hospital 5 days after giving birth via C-section with complaints of abdominal pain. Imaging demonstrated fluid in the abdomen. The defendant hospitalist physician was contacted by the ER team […] - [Mills and Lang Win Defense Verdict for Orthopedic Surgeon](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/mills-and-lang-win-defense-verdict-for-orthopedic-surgeon/) ## Pages - [News](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/news/) - [Privacy Policy & Terms of Use](https://pwebspace.com/cmvlaw/privacy-policy-terms-of-use/): Privacy Policy & Terms of Use The materials on this web site have been prepared by Cunningham Meyer & Vedrine, P.C. for informational purposes only and are not legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Recipients should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. 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