Shannon Law Group - July 2021

Shannon Law Group - July 2021

135 S. LaSalle St., Ste. 2200 Chicago, IL 60603

3550 Hobson Rd., Ste. 403 Woodridge, IL 60517

312-663-7016 | www.shannonlawgroup.com Text: 312-847-2428 JULY 2021

A n U pdate on O ur F rontline T eam

I want to give you all an update about our frontline team here at Shannon Law Group.

side effect. Heather is also completing her associate degree in Paralegal Studies at the College of DuPage (COD). Heather is currently the president of the Paralegal Club at COD. She was also recently inducted into the LEX Honor Society and received a scholarship for her outstanding academic achievements. Way to go, Heather!

Brittany Peterson heads our marketing efforts. She makes sure folks stay up to date on the latest at SLG. She’s in charge of our social media presence, firm publications, and our online presence. For nearly four years, Brittany has increased our presence and message with grace and class. Ashleigh Zurek just finished her first year of law school at Northern Illinois University — while working full time with us. Ashleigh’s hard work and dedication has been an inspiration. She keeps our firm running smoothly, managing everything from medical record requests to drafting offer of compromise

Katie Remmes has been working with us for over four years now. Katie recently graduated from Illinois State University’s nursing program and will launch her career in nursing next month. Lauren

Remmes has been working with us for two years. She’s currently a junior in Creighton University’s physical therapy program. Lauren has been a key member of our vaccine injury practice.

letters to speaking with our clients. Oh, and did I mention that she helped write our newest book, “How to Settle Your Own Auto Accident Claim in Illinois”? If you’d like a free copy, text “SETTLE” to (312) 847-2428.

Katelyn Pater is our newest member at Shannon Law Group. She recently graduated from the University of Missouri. Kateyn joined our team as a marketing specialist. Stay tuned to learn more about her.

Sarah Anderson has been working tirelessly with Jack Cannon. Sarah makes sure our clients get the treatment and workers’ compensation benefits they need. She also manages Jack’s wrongful death and personal injury cases. Last but not least, Sarah adopted a puppy named Sadie this year. Heather Sykora started working with our team almost a year ago and has emerged as the head of our vaccine injury practice. Heather is often the first person someone speaks with when they contact us regarding a vaccine

This all-star team keeps the wheels moving at our firm. In addition to that, each of these great team members is dedicated to serving you.

Grateful to serve you,

– Joseph Shannon

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MY BIGGEST INSPIRATION When Joe first asked us to write an article about our

most involved parents I know. She was the Girl Scouts leader for me and my sisters’ troops, she never missed a sporting event or other extracurricular event, and now she and my dad run the drama department at St. Joan of Arc. How she finds time for it all still baffles me. My work ethic is all thanks to her; seeing my mom’s dedication to her work — while still being an absolute superstar mother — helped me realize that I can do just about anything I set my mind to, whether that be running a marathon or working full time during law school. The thing I admire most about my mom is her optimism and positivity. She has had to overcome a lot, but it has never jaded her. She is one of the most optimistic and positive people I know. Thinking about all the ways my mom has influenced my life, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Most of the things I love are thanks to her. I started running because my mom ran. My love of reading stems from her reading to me and my siblings. I enjoy cooking and baking because she let me help her in the kitchen as a young child. If I can be half the woman my mom is one day, I will be incredibly happy. Love you, Mom. Myself, Ryan, Erin, Bridget, Sean, and Leah would not be the people we are today without you. – Ashleigh Zurek Libby took over Newark’s drama club. She transformed it into the outstanding program it is today. Libby inspires young folks to open up, find their place, and perform on stage. With Libby’s encouragement, I joined the drama club during my sophomore year, and that was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. My love for theater and acting has never waned since. As a teacher, Libby goes above and beyond for her students. She truly cares for their well-being. She lets them know that if they ever need help, they can talk to her — no questions asked. Hundreds of students have come to her in times of need, and she listens. No matter what’s going on, she drops everything to help them. Her selflessness inspires me to be present for other people in my life, no questions asked. Libby is also a lifelong learner, which is something I admire greatly. Last year, she received her MFA in writing for children and young adults. She’s also published three young adult fiction books, and she’s currently working on her fourth … all while raising two children, teaching, getting her MFA, and managing drama club. Her drive has been a continual source of inspiration. After I graduated high school, I was lucky enough to call Libby my friend. We stayed in touch while I was in college. We’ve only grown closer during the pandemic, and I’m grateful to have Libby in my life.

biggest inspiration, I honestly was at a loss. I am so grateful to have inspiring people in my life. I ultimately decided to write about the woman who first came to my mind: my mother, Patricia Zurek.

My mom was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana, the sixth of seven children. As is the case with very large families, they had a loud and chaotic household filled with a lot of love. Unfortunately, when my mom was 13, her father passed away in a tragic accident. This forced my mom to grow up at a very young age, taking care of her younger sister while their mother processed her grief. Despite these challenges, my mother graduated at the top of her class at Riley High School and continued her education at Purdue University, where she graduated with a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Since graduating, she has worked as a pharmacist while raising six children. Not merely raising, mind you. My mom is one of the

MY FRIEND, LIBBY WHEELER

Many people have inspired me: my parents, Glenn and Sherry; my siblings, Amanda and Zach; my partner, Adam; and my grandparents, family, friends, and colleagues. But one person stands out to me: my friend, Libby Wheeler. She inspires me to grow, practice unconditional love, and cherish life to the fullest. Libby teaches English at Newark Community High School in Illinois. That’s where I first met her. She

grew up in Fort Myers, Florida, and moved to Chicago in her late 20s, where she met her husband Ross and started a family.

In 2008, I was just starting high school, and she was our new English teacher. On her first day, Libby was bursting with excitement. She greeted us at the door with a big smile and her signature, “Hi!”

– Brittany Peterson

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HOW DOES AN ATTORNEY HELP MESOTHELIOMA VICTIMS?

At Shannon Law Group, our experienced legal team helps mesothelioma victims understand their rights, gather evidence to discover and prove their exposure risks, negotiate with responsible parties, and even try their case in court, if necessary.

have already admitted liability and filed bankruptcy. These companies established trust funds to compensate future victims of mesothelioma. • Other Recovery Options: In some cases, a company that exposed someone to asbestos may not have admitted liability or established a trust fund. In this case, a lawyer will file a lawsuit against these companies to recover compensation on the victim’s behalf. • Discovery: After filing a lawsuit, all parties involved enter the “Discovery” phase. The plaintiff’s attorneys will receive discovery documents from the defendant(s), asking them to produce documents and answer questions related to the case.

Our mesothelioma attorneys also make sure that we find all of the defendants that exposed our clients to asbestos.

• Depositions: Once all parties have produced discovery responses, both sides will begin taking depositions.

In general, here are steps of a mesothelioma lawsuit in Illinois:

• Investigation: The attorney handling a mesothelioma case should immediately begin investigation. The goal of this phase is to find out all of the potential defendants that may have exposed a victim to asbestos as well as build the case against these companies. The attorney obtains copies of the victim’s medical records, medical bills, employment history, military service history, statements from witnesses, and more. • Asbestos Trust Recovery : Once the lawyer has identified all potential defendants, he or she will determine whether the client can receive compensation through asbestos trust funds. These funds have been set up by companies that

• Settlement/Trial: Settlement can occur at any time during a mesothelioma lawsuit. If settlement negotiations fall through, the case will proceed to trial in front of a jury. If you’d like to learn more about mesothelioma, I published a book called “Meso Killers” last year. We’ll send a free copy to anyone who requests one. Text “MESO” to (312) 847-2428 to get started.

– Joseph Shannon

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Larry Lucas (right) stands next to Bert Rodriguez (left) with his freshly detailed car. Larry won our May Route 53 Car Detail Giveaway. Congrats, Larry!

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An Update on Our Frontline Team

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My Biggest Inspiration

My Friend, Libby Wheeler

How Does an Attorney Help Mesothelioma Victims?

YOU’RE INVITED TO LUXURY BINGO AT SOLDIER FIELD!

A terrific event is coming to Chicago on October 27, 2021, and I am thrilled to be involved. Luxury Bingo will be hosted by legendary Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz at the United Club at Soldier Field. During the event, you’ll get to meet Lou in one of the best private suites that Soldier Field has to offer. All proceedings from this event will be donated to the Women’s Care Center, the largest pregnancy resource center in America. The Women’s Care Center offers support to pregnant women in need, helping them thrive during their pregnancy and take the first steps into parenthood. If you are interested in attending this event, text “LUXURY BINGO” to (312) 847-2428., and we’ll save you a seat! We hope to see you there. – Joseph Shannon

TEXT “LUXURY BINGO” TO (312) 847-2428, AND WE’LL SAVE YOU A SEAT!

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