Documentation Workshop
On July 18, 2006 firm partner Vito Masciopinto and Dr. John Hobbs an obstetrician at Northwestern Medical Center led a workshop on physician documentation at Seven Bridges conference center in Woodrige Illinois. The workshop was focused on documentation techniques for physicians in an effort to reduce the risk of malpractice claims.
ICSC
Firm Partner, David Grobart, will lead a roundtable discussion during the International Council of Shopping Centers Law Conference this October 25-28, in Orlando, Florida. David will be discussing Redevelopment Issues for Existing Retail Properties: Evaluating and Solving Potential Issues. The Lowis & Gellen Real Estate Practice Group represents clients in all aspects of complex commercial real estate transactions. If you would like more information on this upcoming event or regarding the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group, please contact David Grobart at dgrobart@lowis-gellen.com or by phone at (847) 282-1201.
LOWIS & GELLEN LLP WELCOMES PETER S. YUH AS AN ASSOCIATE IN THE DEERFIELD OFFICE
Lowis & Gellen LLP announces that Peter S. Yuh has joined the firm’s Real Estate Department as an associate in its Deerfield office. His practice focuses on commercial real estate matters. Prior to joining Lowis & Gellen LLP, Mr. Yuh worked for the City of Chicago where he was involved in, among other work, municipal prosecutions, ordinance compliance enforcement, and consumer fraud investigations.
Mr. Yuh received his undergraduate degree (B.A., 1997) from Northwestern University and his law degree (J.D., 2005) from Loyola University Chicago, School of Law, where he was managing editor of and published in the Loyola University Chicago, International Law Review. He is admitted to practice in Illinois, as well as before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
Verdict in favor of all defendants in Will County!
Partner Robert H. Smith, assisted by attorney Megan Inskeep, recently scored a victory in Joilet, following a two-week trial before Judge O'Leary. Mr. Smith and Ms. Inskeep represented a radiologist in a wrongful death action, involving the tragic death of a 2-month old from heart disease. Two other pediatricians were also sued. Plaintiff sought $2 million in damages, but the jury returned a verdict in favor of all defendants. An offer of settlement had been made prior to the trial, but was declined by the family. Congratulations to Bob and Megan!
Brian Levin Obtains Not Guilty Verdict for Hospital Client
Firm Partner, Brian Levin, recently obtained a not guilty verdict for one of the firm's hospital clients, following a 2 week jury trial in a medical malpractice action brought against the hospital and a co-defendant cardiologist. The case involved allegations that, after suffering a heart attack, the patient was prematurely discharged from the hospital and given inappropriate discharge instructions. The jury, after 7 days of testimony and after deliberating for almost five hours, found in favor of both defendants. Brian Levin and the firm routinely represent hospitals, physicians, medical service providers and their insurer's in complex medical malpractice defense claims. For more information on this matter or regarding the firm's medical malpractice defense practice, please contact Brian Levin at blevin@lowis-gellen.com or by phone at 312-456-8774.
Another Milestone
Lowis & Gellen LLP is celebrating the first anniversary of our Deerfield office and the rapid growth it has enabled our Real Estate Practice Group to experience. In particular, we are excited about the addition of two very capable attorneys to our real estate group, Peter Yuh and Melissa Dakich, both formerly attorneys for the City of Chicago. It continues to be our goal to provide responsive and superior service, creative solutions to closing deals, and effectively getting things done on time and within budget. For more information about our commercial real estate legal services and Real Estate Practice Group, please contact David L. Grobart at dgrobart@lowis-gellen.com or (847) 282-1201.
