Clifford Law Offices attorneys continue to contribute to legal scholarship by sharing practical insights with fellow Illinois attorneys through the Illinois State Bar Association’s Tort Trends newsletter.
In the February 2026 issue, associate Courtney A. Berlin, in collaboration with then-Clifford Law Offices law clerk Mary Dalenberg, authored “Audit Trails and the Scope of Medical Record Discovery in Illinois.” The article examines the Illinois Appellate Court’s decision in Burnette v. Nockels, explaining how the ruling clarifies the scope of audit trail discovery in medical malpractice litigation involving electronic medical records.
The April 2026 issue featured ““But For” Plaintiff Motion in Limine Explained for Lost Chance” by associate Nicholas T. Motherway, which explores the role of “But For” motions in limine in lost-chance medical malpractice cases. His article offers trial lawyers guidance on the applicable burden of proof, proximate cause, and effective trial preparation under Illinois law.
At Clifford Law Offices, thought leadership is an extension of the firm’s commitment to excellence in the courtroom. Through publications, presentations, and leadership within the legal profession, the firm’s attorneys help shape the development of the law while sharing practical insights with fellow practitioners.