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Smith LaCien – Trial Lawyers LLP has been recognized in Jury Verdict Reporter’s annual Settlements Report as one of the Top 10 plaintiff’s injury law firms in 2024. Our largest settlement was for $19 million, awarded to the family of a child who died from a birth injury. Justice is at the heart of the…

Best Lawyers in America® has included Smith LaCien as a “2025 Best Law Firm,” with Tier 1 status in Aviation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Firms included on the “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. A tiered ranking indicates a unique combination…

In another Smith LaCien success, Brian LaCien obtained a verdict of $600,000 against the city of Chicago on behalf of a 73-year-old retired patrolman who fell on a broken sidewalk. The man sustained a spine injury that required surgery. The case was heard in front of the Honorable Bridget J. Hughes, Cook County Law Division,…

At least seven lawsuits have been filed against Boar’s Head since the meat company recalled its cold cuts products after a listeria outbreak killed nine people, according to a report on CBS MoneyWatch. In addition, 58 consumers were sickened in 18 states – including Illinois – by spoiled meat originating from the company’s tainted Virginia…

CHICAGO, IL, August 15, 2024 — Smith LaCien LLP, located here, has announced that four lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. First published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become “universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence,” according to Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer. The Smith…

CHICAGO, August 15, 2024 – Six attorneys from Smith LaCien LLP have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 Chicago metro edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, a premier attorney rating guide. They are founding partners Todd A. Smith and Brian LaCien, and attorneys Carla A. Colaianni and Jason Williams. Named as Best Lawyers…

CHICAGO, IL, June 16, 2024 – Smith LaCien LLP – Trial Lawyers, filed a complaint against the Chicago Transit Authority and its agents and/or employees for negligently causing serious injuries to the Plaintiff Richard McMahn, of Chicago, the driver of a car who was seriously injured when he was struck by a CTA bus at…

On a test track in Pittsburgh, an 18-wheel tractor-trailer rounded a curve. No one is behind the steering wheel. The truck’s sensors spot a trash can blocking one lane and a tire in another. In less than a second it signaled, then moved into the unobstructed lane and passed the obstacles. The self-driving semi, outfitted…