
Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorneys
Representing Medical Malpractice Victims Throughout Chicago
We trust doctors and medical professionals with our lives. They have an obligation to provide patients with a certain standard of care. When medical accidents occur, the results can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. Every day, we see the catastrophic, life-changing injuries that medical malpractice can inflict, be it from a missed or incorrect diagnosis, surgical error, or another form of substandard care. It is not unusual for medical negligence to lead to birth injuries, brain damage, or death.
With this in mind, Cogan & Power is a premier Chicago medical malpractice law firm dedicated to protecting the legal rights of medical malpractice victims and their families. Our extensive experience handling a wide variety of medical malpractice cases, along with our keen knowledge of the legal and medical issues involved in these claims, allows us to provide our clients with exceptional legal advice and advocacy as we strive to get them the compensation they deserve.
If you or a loved one is the victim of a preventable medical error, we welcome you to schedule a free consultation with our office online or at (312) 477-2500!
Types of Medical Malpractice Claims We Handle
Our team of medical malpractice lawyers represents clients in Chicago who have suffered injuries through no fault of their own but rather because of the negligence or wrongdoings of those who are supposed to care for these patients. As such, our firm handles a broad range of medical malpractice claims, including:
Understanding Medical Malpractice Laws in Chicago
In Chicago and the state of Illinois, medical malpractice laws are guided by specific statutes that determine how cases should be approached and handled. For instance, Illinois requires that medical malpractice claims be filed within two years of discovering the injury but no more than four years after the date the alleged malpractice occurred. This statute of limitations underscores the importance of consulting with a knowledgeable medical malpractice attorney promptly to ensure your case is filed timely.
Additionally, Illinois law mandates that a plaintiff's attorney must file an affidavit of merit accompanying the lawsuit. This affidavit must state that a qualified health professional has reviewed the case and believes that there is a reasonable and meritorious cause for filing the lawsuit. Cogan & Power works closely with a network of medical experts to fulfill this requirement, strengthening the credibility of our clients’ cases.

Hear From Our Happy Clients
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Sara and her team consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to stay on top of every detail, ensuring that nothing fell through the cracks. What truly set them apart, however, was their personal approach.- Katina O.
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John, Sara, and their staff kept us informed through the process of our wrongful death lawsuit, and all our communication was compassionate. It was a great balance of their expertise and our choice.- Ericka S.
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If you’re looking for someone who will stand by you, fight for you, and see your case through with integrity and heart, I can’t recommend Cogan & Power, and especially Samantha LaFata, enough.- Terrell J.
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I can not say enough great things about John and his team. They are the best law firm in Chicago!! I highly recommend them for your legal needs.- Michael B.
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My family is so thankful for all of the hard work that attorneys John Power, Tom Murphy and James Edwards, who along with the support of Greg Marshall and Nancy O’Donnell have done for us.- Mark S.
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John Power and Tom Murphy are excellent attorneys and even better human beings. Both were there every step of the way guiding us through a very difficult and traumatic process. The hard work and dedication of John, Tom, and the entire Cogan and Power team, make it easier for us to heal and hope for better days. We are forever grateful for the outcome.- Anita Davis
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Sara Davis truly made my traumatic experience so much easier to deal with. She communicated with me throughout my case to ensure I was up to speed and provided me the next steps to come. Sara was extremely personable, informative and well prepared! She never made me feel as if she was too busy to answer my calls. The outcome of my case has forever changed my life. Sara is a smiling face that has a lioness’s toughness that works hard for her clients! Thanks Sara and team for enhancing my life with the outcome of my case!- Lakitsha L.
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Great communication, quick responses, informed every step of the way. 10/10.
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What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?
Cogan & Power is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.