Publications

Matthew D. Moyer, senior associate at Clifford Law Offices and a former federal prosecutor, will join host Dan Proft on “Chicago’s Morning Answer” at 7:35 a.m. CT on Thursday, November 6, on AM 560 WIND. Moyer will discuss his new book, American Justice: From the Frontlines of the War on Crime, which offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how criminal justice unfolds in America—from the street to the courtroom. The book, a current best seller…

In the spring of 2025, Sarah F. King, partner at Clifford Law Offices and an established Chicago medical malpractice attorney, led a two-week medical malpractice trial while eight months pregnant. The case involved the failure to diagnose a stroke in a single mother, resulting in permanent disabilities that forever altered the woman’s life and that of her children. Through preparation, resilience, and determined advocacy, King secured a $6.84 million verdict for her client, a result…

As America wrestles with rising urban crime and contentious government crackdowns, former federal prosecutor Matthew D. Moyer’s book, American Justice, delivers an unfiltered look at how criminal justice really works in America—from street-side chaos to courtroom combat. American Justice offers readers a first, unforgettable, behind-the-scenes look at what crime and punishment is really like. The book, released October 21, 2025, has been named the #1 Best Seller in the law enforcement section on Amazon. Matthew…

New Book by Former Federal Prosecutor Pulls Back the Curtain on America’s Criminal Justice System as Battle on Crime Heats Up in the US As America wrestles with rising urban crime and contentious government crackdowns, former federal prosecutor Matthew D. Moyer’s book titled American Justice: From the Frontlines of the War on Crime delivers an unfiltered look at how criminal justice really works in America—from street-side chaos to courtroom combat. American Justice offers readers a…

John V. Kalantzis, partner at Clifford Law Offices, authored an article for the August 2025 issue of PLI Chronicle: Insights and Perspectives for the Legal Community titled “Cleared for Resolution: ADR in Aviation Disputes.” Kalantzis discusses the complexities of resolving aviation cases through alternative dispute resolution (ADR), emphasizing the unique challenges related to jurisdiction, damages, and settlement strategies in intricate and high-stakes aviation matters. While Kalantzis stresses the importance of trial preparation for both attorneys…

Courtney A. Berlin, associate at Clifford Law Offices, authored an article for the August 2025 edition of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division Newsletter titled “Voir Dire: Setting the Tone for Trial Success.” In her piece, Berlin emphasizes the vital role voir dire plays in shaping a trial’s outcome. She explains how attorneys can use this stage not only to gather key information and identify potential biases but also to protect favorable jurors,…

Coaching witnesses during remote video depositions has become a more frequent problem for lawyers due to their lack of proper preparation. In an article titled “Laying the Groundwork,” published in the August/September 2025 issue of Chicago Lawyer magazine, Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, shares his thoughts on this issue and the latest word from the American Bar Association on how best to avoid this improper and unethical practice. “Coaching…

“Never events” in medicine — or mistakes with consequences so grave that they never should occur — still occur with regularity throughout the United States. Although doctors do not intentionally try to harm patients, they certainly need to be careful, especially with procedures that can lead to death. Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, writes about the impact of “never events” in his column for the Chicago Lawyer’s June/July issue,…

Sarah F. King, a partner at Clifford Law Offices, authored an article in the May 2025 edition of the Best Lawyers® Injury & Malpractice Guide, providing key tips to have a successful medical malpractice case and obtain favorable trial outcomes, drawing on her decades of experience representing victims of medical negligence and malpractice. “Trial Tested: Building a Successful Medical Malpractice Case” serves as both a strategic guide for the legal community and a testament to…