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Brian Van Allen

Brian Van Allen came to the firm with a diverse background. In addition to working in retail management and English language instruction, Brian served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for the Child Custody Division of the Juvenile Court of Cook County in inner-city Chicago. He graduated with his B.A. from University of California, Riverside and earned his J.D. at DePaul University College of Law.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Brian Van Allen

When Should You Call a Nursing Home Neglect Lawyer?
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Last Modified on Jun 16, 2021

There is a fundamental difference between neglect and abuse, and it…

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Are Bedsores a Sign of Elder Neglect?
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Last Modified on May 06, 2021

Picture this: on a warm summer day, you step outside…

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COVID and Nursing Homes: The Latest Info on Negligence and Neglect
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Last Modified on May 06, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused tremendous disruption and life-changing events…

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Is It Medical Malpractice, Elder Abuse, or Elder Neglect?
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Last Modified on May 06, 2021

Medical malpractice cases are often confused with abuse or neglect…

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What Defines Medical Malpractice?
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Last Modified on Mar 31, 2021

We depend on our medical providers to heal and help…

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What is California’s Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act (MICRA) Law?
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Last Modified on Aug 18, 2017

If you are suing for medical malpractice in California, there…

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Does Your Loved One Have Bedsores? Elder Abuse Might be the Cause
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Last Modified on Mar 15, 2017

Roughly 1 in 10 nursing home residents will suffer from…

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Medical Malpractice: The 7 Things You Need to Know Before Filing a Claim
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Last Modified on Jan 30, 2017

Medical malpractice is one of the most difficult types of…

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Elder Abuse and Neglect: Red Flags to Look Out for When Choosing a Nursing Facility
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Last Modified on Aug 03, 2016

Making the decision to place your elderly loved one in…

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Signs Your Elderly Loved One is Being Abused in Their Nursing Home
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Last Modified on Jul 08, 2016

Did you know that a significant percent of nursing homes…

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