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Stotis & Baird Chartered was established in 1987 as a small firm of Chicago, Illinois attorneys intent on representing the needs of individuals. In cases ranging from automobile accidents to catastrophic medical mistakes and from small business startups to corporate mergers, we strive to provide the highest quality representation for our clients. In addition, we will always treat you with respect.
We have put together a team of exceptional Chicago, Illinois attorneys and first-rate support staff to serve your diverse legal needs. Whether it is preparing your will, selling your house, an auto accident or a medical malpractice case, the partners, associates and support staff of Stotis & Baird Chartered will be here to assist you. We appreciate the opportunity to work with you. Learn more about our services

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2-15-08	The Pros and Cons of Reverse Mortgages Over the last few years, reverse mortgages have been growing in popularity. They can be an excellent tool allowing seniors to stay in their homes. They are, however, complex financial transactions which should not be entered into lightly. Here are a few thoughts on the topic. continue

12-16-2005	Deciding for Yourself – The Value of Living Wills Most everybody who heard the story of Terry Schiavo’s last days agreed that they didn’t want that to happen to them. Some heard the story and could not believe that her husband was not able to disconnect her from life support sooner. continue

11-09-2005	$17.5 Million Verdict for Husband of Woman Killed in Police Chase "She was the most beautiful, loving, warm-hearted person that I have ever known". That’s how Yong Huang described his wife Qing. On the day she died, she was 25 years old, had two master’s degrees, and was pregnant. She, like thousands of other people who worked in downtown Chicago, was just trying to get home. continue

01-19-2005	Myths About Medical Malpractice The number of doctors in Illinois has been steadily increasing. The amount of money awarded by juries has not increased, and has in fact gone down slightly over the last few years. continue

12-15-2004	Pick a Personal Injury Lawyer To be a personal injury lawyer is to live in two very different worlds. In the regular world, we are regarded mostly with disdain.. continue

12-06-2004	Trial Lawyers Care for 9/11 Just a few weeks after the attacks, there were news stories about all of the lawsuits that would be brought for the victims and their families. continue

07-02-2004	Recognizing and Responding to Nursing Home Neglect Turning over the care of a loved one to a nursing home is a difficult necessity that many people must accept each year. continue

8-20-2003	John Finds the Right Lawyer While his grandson lie unconscious in a Chicago police lock-up, John’s grandfather started searching for answers. continue

07-11-2003	Ten Tips for Choosing a Good Nursing Home "Choosing" a good nursing home may seem like a poor title, since most of us do not choose to go into a nursing home at all. continue

7-10-2003	Things You Should Know When You Are Being Discharged From a Hospital or Health Care Facility Shortly after you are admitted to a hospital, a long-term care facility, or receive treatment in an emergency room, the staff will begin to talk with you about your plans for care after discharge. continue

06-08-2003	Clients Bill of Rights If our law firm agrees to take your case, you will be entitled to certain rights and privileges. The following is a partial list of your rights. continue