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Confidential Cook County birth injury settlement provides lifelong support for a child who sustained permanent damage to the right arm CHICAGO, Sept. 28, 2026 - Zayed Law announced today that attorneys Adam J. Zayed and Julian D. Hoshell secured a $3.5 million settlement on behalf of a child who sustained Erb's palsy during birth. According to the Jury Verdict Reporter, the confidential settlement ties the Illinois state record for a settlement in this type of case prior to trial. ... (continue reading)

CHICAGO, July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Founder and Managing Attorney, Adam J. Zayed, along with Partner, Julian D. Hoshell, of Zayed Law have filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Estate of Bryce Sadelski, a 21-year-old man whose life was tragically cut short in a fatal truck crash that occurred on December 30, 2025.... (continue reading)

CHICAGO (June 18, 2026) — Chicago Fire FC today announced the dates for additional Theme Nights during the 2026 regular season. When the Men in Red return from a six-week break of international soccer this summer, the Club will host six remaining Theme Nights, with first-come, first-served gate giveaways to enhance fans’ match viewing experiences.... (continue reading)

The Orlando Division of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida will hear allegations against Character Technologies, the creator of Character.AI, in the wrongful death lawsuit Garcia v. Character Technologies, Inc. If the case is not first settled between the parties, Judge Anne Conway's ruling will set a major precedent for First Amendment protections afforded to artificial intelligence and the liability of AI companies for damages their models may cause.... (continue reading)

JOLIET, Ill. — Back in October, a woman was abandoned at a dialysis facility. Now her estate is suing the center, an ambulance company and the nursing home where she lived. The family of Patricia Terry filed a lawsuit this week, saying she was left abandoned in the waiting room of a dialysis facility — and they say she died because of negligence. Patricia Sistek and her brother Matthew Terry say they want to make sure what happened to their mother never happens again. They’re speaking publicly for the first time since the death of their mother, 71-year-old Patricia Terry.... (continue reading)

NORTH LAWNDALE — A woman has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against a West Side hospital, saying doctors conducted a sterilization procedure on her without her consent last year. Lourdes Maldonado filed the lawsuit in June against Mount Sinai Hospital in North Lawndale in Cook County Circuit Court. Doctors conducted the sterilization surgery immediately after Maldonado gave birth via an emergency cesarean section in spring 2021... (continue reading)

CHICAGO (June 5, 2024) - Chicago Fire FC and Zayed Law, a Chicago-based personal injury trial law firm, today announced the beginning of a multi-year partnership agreement making Zayed Law a Proud Partner of Chicago Fire FC. Beginning this year, Zayed Law will be integrated into a variety of matchday and non-matchday assets and will become ... (continue reading)

Chicago-based Zayed Law and Good Guys Law, founded by a local attorney, recently opened up their doors in South Florida. Two more personal injury firms are setting roots in Miami with the goal of serving the city's high demands and need for legal representation— Chicago-based Zayed Law and Good Guys Law, an offshoot of local firm Davis Goldman PLLC. Injuries are a major public health problem in Miami-Dade County and are the leading cause of death for county residents between the ages 15 to 44 years, according to a r... (continue reading)

Legal troubles are mounting for Brian G. Larson, a 36-year-old resident of the Plainfield area, who already faces criminal charges accusing him of killing another motorist because he was drunk behind the wheel. This week, Larson got slapped with a wrongful death lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed by Joliet attorney Adam Zayed of Zayed Law. The lawsuit at the Will County Courthouse was brought on behalf of Jessica Flores. She is administrator of the Carlos Ortiz Jr. estate.... (continue reading)

Zayed Law, Chicago's premier medical malpractice trial law firm, announced the filings on behalf of the estates of two deceased cancer victims in Cook County and Madison County. The case filed in Cook County alleges that Mercy Hospital and Medical Center along with over ten doctors and medical professionals delayed the diagnosis of lung cancer by nearly two years that deprived the Plaintiff of "...the opportunity to undergo appropriate timely treatment leading to increased risk of harm and lost chance of recovery."... (continue reading)

The legal field is known to be extremely competitive. Lawyers are often smart, ambitious, and highly educated. That being said, what does it take to stand out and become a “Top Lawyer” in your specific field of law? In this interview series called “5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field of Law”, we are talking to top lawyers who share what it takes to excel and stand out in your industry. As a part of this interview series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Adam Zayed... (continue reading)

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' threat to launch legal action against Bud Light's parent company, Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev), over claims its recent floundering sales has damaged Florida's pension fund has been shot down by legal experts. DeSantis, a Republican 2024 hopeful, accused AB InBev in a recent Fox News interview of pursuing a "political agenda at the expense of your shareholders" when it used transgender social media influencer Dylan Mulvaney to promote Bud Light earlier this year.... (continue reading)

Zayed Law, a prominent personal injury law firm in Chicago, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized in the 2024  edition of Best Law Firms ®, ranked by Best Lawyers ®, as a Tier 1 Personal Injury Litigation Firm in the Chicago Metro. Firms included in the 2024 Best Law Firms list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the client and professional reference evaluations, peer reviews from leading attorneys, interviews from industry leaders and firm accomplishments. Mr. Zayed has been ranked by Best Lawyers making Zayed Law eligible for this milestone achievement.... (continue reading)

According to the AFL-CIO, "workplace hazards kill and disable approximately 125,000 workers each year—5,190 from traumatic injuries, and an estimated 120,000 from occupational diseases." The 2019 cost of injury in the U.S. was $4.2 trillion, according to a report in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. "After suffering an injury due to someone else's negligence, navigating the physical and emotional aftermath is often the hardest part of a highly challenging experience." said Adam J. Zayed, the founder of Zayed Law. "Issues like chronic pain, limited mobility, anxiety, and depression can reduce the victim's quality of life for months or even years after the incident."... (continue reading)

Personal injury claims following car accidents can be complex, leaving individuals wondering whether the offered settlement truly covers their expenses and the impact of their injuries. Founder and Managing Trial Attorney of Zayed Law, Attorney Adam J. Zayed, provides insight into maximizing car accident and personal injury settlements. "Many personal injury claims are resolved through settlement negotiations rather than litigation. This approach is often preferred due to its efficiency and predictability." said Adam Zayed. "To maximize a claim, timing plays a crucial role in settlement negotiations. Filing a lawsuit within your state's statute of limitations can encourage the insurer to make a fair offer. Also, properly valuing a claim is key to securing a good settlement."... (continue reading)

While hospitals are often thought of as places of healing and recovery, medical malpractice can shatter that trust and result in severe harm to patients. According to a 2016 American Medical Association survey, more than 34% of American physicians have been sued over allegations of medical malpractice. 32% of those malpractice suits were related to medication involving patient death. Adam J. Zayed, the founder of Zayed Law, says that there are four key steps that can be taken against a hospital for medical malpractice.... (continue reading)

Those who know me know I’m rapidly becoming a fan of TED presentations, not only as the embodiment of “ideas worth sharing,” but as a format for presentation that would benefit every entrepreneur. Be sure to check out my prior article on fellow contributor Carmine Gallo and his book Talk like TED here. On that note, I’d like to share a set of five top TED talks for entrepreneurs. It's not easy being an entrepreneur, but fortunately, these presentations provide experience from the people who’ve done it before you. Following their advice doesn't guarantee success, but it increases your chances. Here's a look at five of the very best TED Talks for entrepreneurs.... (continue reading)

Many startup entrepreneurs dream of landing marquee clients – names known around the world. Whatever business you’re in or trying to be in, few things signal the arrival of your business more clearly than catering to the rich and famous. And few things can do more to amplify your brand – or destroy it – than working with the world’s glitterati. Just one tweet, one photo, one mention from the right person can change your brand and business immediately. Finding celebrity clients is tricky since most of the business they do is by referral – one movie star telling another or one athlete sharing a tip with a teammate. But once you land one or two, keeping them happy under the prospect of instant, worldwide attention can be a challenge.... (continue reading)