President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate Franklin U. Valderrama to the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Franklin Valderrama currently serves as an Associate Judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County. Judge Valderrama serves on the Illinois Supreme Court Rule Committee and the Supreme Court Committee on … Continue reading Former SD&H Partner, Franklin U. Valderrama Nominated to Federal Bench
Attorney Heather D. Erickson Published in DRI’s Life, Health and Disability Newsletter Volume 30, Issue 4
Heather D. Erickson authored “Marijuana—Is It Material? Rescission of Life Insurance Policies Based on Material Misrepresentations in the Age of Legalized Marijuana,” which was published in the December 2019 issue of the DRI’s Life, Health and Disability Newsletter. The article analyzes current laws surrounding legalized marijuana and the impact on application for and rescission of … Continue reading Attorney Heather D. Erickson Published in DRI’s Life, Health and Disability Newsletter Volume 30, Issue 4
Brian H. Sanchez, Partner, Wins Summary Judgment in Coverage Action Arising Out of Wrongful Death Lawsuit
On August 22, 2019, Brian H. Sanchez obtained summary judgment in favor of an insurer that had issued a commercial general liability policy to a demolition subcontractor. The dispute arose out of a construction accident on December 26, 2013, which resulted in the death of one demolition subcontractor employee and injuries to another employee. The … Continue reading Brian H. Sanchez, Partner, Wins Summary Judgment in Coverage Action Arising Out of Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Manny Sanchez Featured in Modern Counsel Publication
Manny Sanchez, Founder and Managing Partner of Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman is featured in the May 2019 Modern Counsel publication. The full article can be read on Modern Counsel’s website.
Manny Sanchez Serves as Special Rapporteur at United Nations Hispanic Leadership Summit
Monday, December 10, 2018 was a historic day at the United Nations, as Manny Sanchez joined an esteemed panel of Latino Leaders at the United Nations inaugural Hispanic Leadership Summit to advocate for empowerment through the registration and unification of all Hispanics eligible to vote. The extraordinary gathering of leaders from business, media, politics and … Continue reading Manny Sanchez Serves as Special Rapporteur at United Nations Hispanic Leadership Summit
Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman LLP Secures Defense Victory for Cook County Health and Hospital System
Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman LLP won a complete defense victory for the Cook County Health and Hospital System (CCHHS) in a retaliatory discharge and whistleblower case. Leading the defense in Mohammad Vaseemuddin, M.D. v. Cook County, Cook County Health and Hospital System, were attorneys, Manuel Sanchez and Heather D. Erickson. The plaintiff, formerly employed by … Continue reading Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman LLP Secures Defense Victory for Cook County Health and Hospital System
Brian H. Sanchez, Partner, Wins Third District Appellate Court Decision
On September 6, 2018, Brian H. Sanchez won a decision in the Third District Appellate Court, which affirmed summary judgment granted in favor of an insurer in a property loss claim. The plaintiff had sustained damage to its premises when an underground water line was damaged and caused water to flow into the premises. The … Continue reading Brian H. Sanchez, Partner, Wins Third District Appellate Court Decision
Partners John Huntley, John Piegore and Brian Sanchez Win First District Court of Appeals Decision
John Huntley, John Piegore and Brian Sanchez recently won a decision in the First District Court of Appeals that changes the law in Illinois as it applies to contribution actions against employers. To determine each defendant’s pro rata share of the common liability, the jury must be allowed to apportion fault to each party that … Continue reading Partners John Huntley, John Piegore and Brian Sanchez Win First District Court of Appeals Decision
Firm Saddened by the Passing of John D. Cummins, Of Counsel
The firm is saddened by the passing of John D. Cummins on May 27, 2017. John started with the firm in 1992 assisting with the firm’s Bond work. We will miss his professionalism as well as his kindness and sense of humor. He is survived by his wife, two sons and three grandchildren.
Partner Heather Erickson Secures a Defense Decision in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois
Heather D. Erickson, Partner, secured a defense decision in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois on a Complaint for Administrative Review. The petitioner, a maintenance man, alleged that he sustained an injury in the scope of his employment while working on the property of a condominium association. The petition claimed that our client, the … Continue reading Partner Heather Erickson Secures a Defense Decision in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois