Schiff & Hulbert has won noteworthy cases for employers in civil litigation. The firm appears in state and federal courts, handling both trials and appeals. Firm lawyers are admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, the District Courts for the Northern District of Illinois (including the Trial Bar), the Central District of Illinois, and the Illinois Supreme Court.

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Schiff & Hulbert Recoups over $900,000 for Hospital.

Schiff & Hulbert represented a Chicago area hospital in Declaratory Judgment Action. The hospital sued an excess carrier for coverage for a workers’ compensation claim and Chancery Court. The court held the insurer in breach of its duty to defend. The Illinois Appellate Court awarded prejudgment interest, sanctions, and indemnification in excess of $900,000.

Schiff & Hulbert Wins Insurance Coverage Case
for Chicago Restaurant.

Schiff & Hulbert represented a fine dining restaurant in a suit against its commercial general liability insurer. The restaurant and its owners were sued for defamation by a former employee. The suit was tendered to the insurer who refused to defend and sued the restaurant. In a case of first impression, Schiff & Hulbert won Summary Judgment, which was affirmed by the Illinois Appellate Court. The ruling resulted in reimbursement of defense costs and ongoing insurance coverage in the defamation suit.