Vogelzang Law Trial Team Secures $7.7 Million Jury Verdict in O’Reilly vs U.S. Steel
Our client, Mr. O’Reilly, was a career-long pipefitter with Local 597. He started in the trades in 1979 and retired in 2019. He worked as a contractor all over Chicagoland with industrial facilities like U.S. Steel, BP, Amoco Chemical, and many others. As a pipefitter, he worked with piping insulation and other asbestos-containing products like pumps, […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day: A Message from Caylei Vogelzang
For the very first time, on March 8, I will be celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) with gusto. As a card-carrying feminist, it would seem that I would not only be a regular participant in celebrations of this nature but may even be found atop a float in a parade or at the front of […]
Sadie Grunewald Joins Vogelzang Law as Associate Attorney
Vogelzang Law is proud to announce that Sadie Grunewald has joined the firm as an associate. Ms. Grunewald initially joined the Vogelzang Law team as a law clerk in 2017 during her studies at Chicago-Kent College of Law. With such valuable experience at the firm, Ms. Grunewald brings the team compassion, empathy, and a deep […]
Chicago Wolves Score for Charity Update
The team’s community impact continues to ripple outward as the Chicago Wolves near the end of an exciting 2018-2019 season. Vogelzang Law was proud to participate in this year’s Score For Charity, the Wolves initiative that aims to give back to charities in Chicago. This year, Vogelzang Law teamed up with Gage Quinney, who scored […]
Ask VL: Attorney Wyatt Berkover Discusses Asbestos Litigation
When it comes to asbestos litigation, it is crucial to work with a firm that has extensive knowledge of the industry. Chicago’s Vogelzang Law is a boutique law firm dedicated to families and individuals facing a mesothelioma diagnosis. Attorney Wyatt Berkover sat down to discuss some of his proudest moments: Q: What should more people […]
Caylei Vogelzang To Receive ALA Outstanding Mothers Award
On May 1, the American Lung Association will honor three women who are both mothers and leaders in their industries at the first-ever Chicago Outstanding Mother Awards. Vogelzang Law’s own Caylei Vogelzang will be honored at the ceremony for her work with both the law firm and Cancer Wellness. Mary Kay Bonoma, executive vice president […]
Mirela Stefanescu Receives Above and Beyond Award from Meso Foundation
This year, Vogelzang Law was honored to attend the International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma hosted by the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. At the symposium this week, Vogelzang Law’s own Mirela Stefanescu received the Above and Beyond Award alongside other movers and shakers in the mesothelioma community. This award honors those who go “above and beyond” […]
Guest Blog: Elizabeth Parrilli, Public Relations Intern
During my first day at Vogelzang Law, I met with each member of the legal team to get a better idea of the firm’s goals and motivation. When I spoke with Lead Counsel Nick Vogelzang, he mentioned the commitment that everyone here has for their clients. “The firm has a positive atmosphere, but we know […]
First Annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K Raises Over $6,300 for Cancer Research
The first annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K was a great success with over 100 participants including runners, walkers, supporters, and volunteers joining the fight for a cure. On Saturday, September 22, families and friends gathered at the Lake County Forest Preserve Half Day location for fun and philanthropy. Together, participants and sponsors raised over […]
Meet Mirela Stefanescu: Race Director of the First Annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5K
This fall, Vogelzang Law will present the first annual Mesothelioma Race for Justice 5k. Proceeds from the 2018 race will benefit the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (MARF). We spoke with Race Director Mirela Stefanescu of Vogelzang Law about the upcoming race and her motivation. What brought you to Vogelzang Law and what attracted you […]