Content Reviewed by: Steven M Levin Content Reviewed by: Steven M Levin display:none; Accordion Content READ BIO Since 1976, Steve Levin has been dedicated to helping people injured by others’ negligence. He is one of the first attorneys in the U.S. to prosecute nursing homes for abuse and negligence. He’s also helped write new legislation that governs the operation of nursing homes, including the Illinois Nursing Home Care Act. Moreover, Levin & Perconti has obtained the top three jury verdicts in nursing home negligence cases in Illinois. SEE FULL BIO ARLINGTON HE ..read more

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has issued three historic final rules to improve patient care at federally funded nursing facilities, increase all Medicaid recipients’ access to care, and reform the working conditions for direct care workers. These new final rules, issued on April 22, 2024, will be phased in over the next six years. The Biden administration has faced strong opposition to these rules from nursing homes and caregiving agencies that claimed they would create unreasonable administrative and financial burdens on care providers. With the rules, regulators seek to ..read more

Your choice of a nursing home for yourself or an aging family member may be the most important factor in determining the safety and quality of life you or your loved one experiences for life. Nursing home abuse and neglect are rampant in Illinois, and finding quality care during your golden years is becoming increasingly difficult as the senior population grows. In 2030, the last of the baby boomer population will reach 65. According to the 2022 to 2024 State Plan on Aging, 25 percent of Illinois’ population will soon be over 65. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning reports that more ..read more

RUSHVILLE, IL – The community of Rushville, Illinois, is devastated after a collision involving a school bus and a semi-truck killed five people, including three young children. The accident occurred Monday at 11:30 a.m. on U.S. Route 24, leaving the small town in mourning and raising questions about road safety for our most vulnerable citizens. “Our hearts go out to the families of the victims and all those affected by this tragedy,” – Mike Bonamarte, Managing Partner The Illinois State Police reported that the Schuyler-Industry Schools bus veered across the center line “for an unknown reaso ..read more

Nursing home regulations aim to guarantee that residential facilities provide safe, sanitary, home-like environments where residents receive quality care. Inadequate regulation in nursing homes has resulted in an epidemic of nursing home abuse and neglect. We are passionate advocates for reform who fight for change and hold nursing homes accountable when they harm residents by failing to provide the care and respect they deserve. Nursing home abuse and neglect is an ongoing nationwide crisis that has persisted for decades amid lax nursing home regulations. Many nursing home providers are pow ..read more

The Apgar score is a rapid assessment of your baby’s health following birth to determine if intervention is needed. Although not used to diagnose birth injuries or predict long-term health outcomes, the scores could correlate to a birth injury. Our award-winning birth injury lawyers can help you investigate whether a birth injury occurred and whether medical negligence is to blame. Partner Seth Cardeli, a long-time advocate for disabled children, explains what the APGAR score measures. Intervention during the first few minutes after birth is critical for preventing brain damage and other l ..read more

Chicago, November 2, 2023 – For the eighth consecutive year, Levin & Perconti has earned a top ten spot on Jury Verdict Reporter’s annual Settlements Report. The firm won settlements for its clients totaling over $55 million between August 1, 2022, and July 31, 2023, according to the 2023 JVR Settlements Report. Levin & Perconti was recognized for 41 settlements, including an $8 million settlement in a medical malpractice and wrongful death case involving a female patient who died of sepsis when medical providers failed to timely treat hydronephrosis. This is the largest settlement in ..read more

Bringing a child into the world should be a joyous occasion, yet for many expectant mothers, especially women of color, the experience is marred by disparities in maternity medical care. While the healthcare system is designed to provide equal care to all, the reality is starkly different. Studies have consistently shown a stark contrast in the quality of care received by expectant white mothers and women of color, highlighting a troubling disparity that cannot be ignored. At Levin & Perconti, we want to shed light on the glaring disparity between maternity medical care received by expec ..read more

The incident at the Judge Fisher Apartments remind us all of the vulnerabilities our cherished seniors face, even in places meant to ensure their safety. With decades of experience in nursing home abuse cases, Levin & Perconti deeply understands the pain and concern you’re feeling. It’s not just about legal representation; it’s about compassion, understanding, and a sincere commitment to ensuring our elders are treated with the dignity they’ve earned. If you’re feeling troubled about the safety or care of a loved one in a senior living facility, please reach out. Let our seasoned team g ..read more

When signs of fetal distress are present during pregnancy or childbirth, swift action is necessary to prevent serious harm, including brain damage and death. The most common sign of fetal distress is a change in the fetal heart rate. Reduced amniotic fluid volume or meconium in the amniotic fluid also indicates fetal distress. When fetal distress is properly managed, it is possible to have a healthy baby free of ill effects. Fetal distress may occur at any point during pregnancy or childbirth. A reasonably diligent prenatal health care provider should be able to detect fetal distress through ..read more