Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman

$2.9M

Civil Rights

Federal court jury awarded a defense verdict in favor of twelve Cicero police officers accused of police brutality and excessive force. Six officers were found completely not guilty, and five others plus a lock-up keeper won defense verdicts. 55 plaintiffs received no compensation, while 24 others were awarded a total of $2.85 million.

$120,000

Property Tax Appeal

Favorable decision obtained from the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board, resulting in a $2.2M reduction of the valuation of a client’s 19-unit residential property and nearly $120,000 in savings in property tax payments.

$10,000

Breach of Contract

Verdict obtained in favor of North Central College. Plaintiff, a 2002 graduate, filed a five-count complaint, with three counts dismissed via summary judgment. Remaining counts alleged breach of contract (anti-discrimination) and retaliation. Jury found for defendant on discrimination, and for plaintiff on retaliation, awarding $10,000 for loss of normal life.

$6,900

Auto Accident

Verdict of $6,900 rendered in an auto accident case where plaintiff claimed neck and back injuries. The offer prior to trial was $25,000. Plaintiff asked the jury for $125,000.

$15,000

Products Liability

Southern District of Illinois Federal Court jury returned a defense verdict in favor of Chrysler LLC. Plaintiff alleged disabling brain injury from an exploding lift gate gas strut, asking for $1.8 million. Jury awarded $15,000, apportioning 80% liability to the gas strut manufacturer and 20% to Chrysler LLC.

$502,132

Auto Accident

Jury award of $502,132.00 in an admitted liability rear-end collision case. Plaintiff, a registered nurse, sustained a herniated disk and chronic pain syndrome, declared totally and permanently disabled. Plaintiff's special damages were $252,000 (and continuing) and $67,800 in medical bills. Plaintiff's attorney asked for $2,522,826.13.