40+ Years
Legal Experience
About Susan L. Novosad
Susan L. Novosad is a respected partner at Levin & Perconti, practicing law since 1985. Her legal focus is on nursing home litigation, medical malpractice, automobile, and site liability matters. Susan has established herself as a proven trial attorney, achieving numerous victories in complex medical malpractice cases. Among her notable successes is a $6.7 million verdict in a birth-related medical malpractice case. She also secured a $995,000 verdict for a 67-year-old assisted living resident who passed away after receiving prohibited food, and a $1 million settlement in a Lake County nursing home case, marking the highest settlement in such cases in that jurisdiction.
Susan is highly regarded for her negotiation skills, adeptly bringing opposing parties to resolution and earning respect from peers and colleagues alike. Her ability to effectively resolve cases is well-recognized in the legal community.
Beyond her legal practice, Susan mentors law students through the Alumni Mentoring Program at the John Marshall Law School. Raised in Evanston, Illinois, she graduated from the University of Illinois and earned her law degree with honors from John Marshall Law School in 1986. She was admitted to the Illinois Bar the same year.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Illinois Car Accident Laws
Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Susan L. Novosad specialize in?
Susan L. Novosad specializes in nursing home litigation, medical malpractice, and liability matters.
What is a notable case result achieved by Susan L. Novosad?
Susan achieved a $6.7 million verdict in a birth-related medical malpractice case.
Where did Susan L. Novosad complete her law education?
Susan graduated with honors from John Marshall Law School in 1986.
What additional role does Susan L. Novosad have outside her legal practice?
Susan mentors law students through the Alumni Mentoring Program at John Marshall Law School.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Susan L. Novosad for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Susan for a free case review
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