Legal Solutions for You,
Your Family & Your Business
Find a Lawyer >
Personal Injury lawyers serving Cook County, IL >
Thomas J. Nathan
Back to Search Results
Thomas J. Nathan
Munday and Nathan
33 N. Dearborn St.
Suite 2220
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 346-5678 | Fax: (312) 346-8394
http://www.mundayandnathan.com
30 Years of Experience Handling Catastrophic Cases
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
We take on cases involving serious, catastrophic injuries.
Sub-Categories
Personal Injury
- Dangerous Property
- Wrongful Death
- Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Construction Site Injuries
- Felony Auto Accident
- Airplanes
- Buildings
- Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
- Financial Malpractice
- Legal Malpractice
- Anesthesia Malpractice
- Birth Injuries and Defects
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Dental Malpractice
- Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
- Emergency Room Errors
- HMO Managed Case
- Lasik Eye Surgery
- Medication Malpractice
- Optometry Malpractice
- Prescription/Drug Malpractice
- Psychiatric Malpractice
- Surgical Errors
- Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Asbestos Mesothelioma
- Chemicals & Cosmetics
- Dangerous Drugs & Products
- Hazardous Waste
- Medical Products & Devices
- Pesticides
- Radiation & Electromagnetic Energy
- Toxic Mold
- Amputation
- Birth Injury
- Burn Injury
- Head/Brain Injury
- Paralysis
Bar Admissions
IL, Nov 1978
Bar Number: 3121926
Other Court Admissions
State and Federal courts.
Association Memberships
American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, Society of Trial Lawyers, Illinois Trial Lawyers, American Bar Foundation, American Association for Justice.
Continuing Education
I research and write articles, and attend seminars.
Papers and Publications
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, and articles about discovery procedures during litigation.
Example Cases
• A trial involving medical malpractice in which a doctor ignored a woman's family history of ovarian and breast cancer, and recommended a surgery which did not address her symptoms and risk for cancer. One year later she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and subsequently died.
• A case in which three people were electrocuted at a bus stop in Wisconsin.
• A case involving the death of a 47 year-old father of two as a result of failure to diagnose a cancerous tumor.
• A case where a 58 year-old man suffered brain damage due to an overdose of morphine after surgery.
• A case involving the death of a 72 year-old man as a result of nursing home neglect.
• A case involving the death of three family members crushed in their car by a semi-tractor after the driver lost control of his truck which became air born and landed on the family's car.
• A case where the death of a 27 year-old woman was caused by the roll-over of an SUV with bad tires.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
John Marshall Law School
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Year:
1978
Degree:
M.A. in History
School:
Northwestern University
City:
Evanston
State:
IL
Year:
1975
Degree:
B.A. in History
School:
Lawrence University
City:
Appleton
State:
WI
Year:
1972
Number of Attorneys
4
State Licensed In
Illinois
Firm Focus and History
While I have been practicing as a Personal Injury attorney for 30 years, Munday and Nathan was founded in 1991.
Our firm specializes in personal injury cases involving significant injuries resulting from medical malpractice, product defects, truck, rail and aviation errors and negligence, road and building design defects, automobile collisions, police misconduct, premise defects, slip and fall accidents and cases involving nursing home neglect.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to Munday and Nathan, I was a partner in its predecessor firm, Lane and Munday.
Activities and Awards
I am currently serving on the Board of Directors at the Children's Memorial Hospital Foundation and the Wilmette, District 39 Foundation, the Optimists Club.
My practice has also been AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
We are very aggressive in our investigation and prosecution of our client's claims, and are deeply committed to protecting our client's rights.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
We encourage our clients' participation and input to our investigations so that we leave no stone unturned!
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
We do not recommend that clients represent themselves.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became a lawyer to help people who have been wronged or injured and to help change the practices, policies, or products which cause injuries.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have been a teacher, a cab driver, and a construction worker - and I understand and relate to people from all walks of life. As a result of my experience, I believe I can truly understand a client's life issues and be the best representative he or she can have.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I felt personal injury was the best field for me to help people.
What do you like best about your career?
Helping people and causing change that benefits society.
Tell us about your law firm:
Our staff of attorneys, paralegals and assistants is talented and committed to our clients and their future.
What are your strengths and style?
I provide compassionate yet aggressive representation. I am thorough. My preparation is focused and complete, and I provide good results!
Personal Interests:
Horses, football, baseball, and wilderness camping.
Office Manager/Assistant
Gail Callanan.
Fax
(312) 346-8394
Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and by appointment.
Emergency after hours at: (312) 608-5200
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
We work solely on a contingent fee basis. If we are not successful in obtaining a settlement or verdict, there in no fee.
Hourly Rates
Not applicable.
Free Initial Consultation?
Initial consultations are covered by our retainer/contingency plans.
Typical Retainer
Not applicable.
Nolo's Licensing Check
Attorneys have passed a licensing check. Nolo has confirmed that every member attorney has a valid license and is in good standing with the applicable bar associations upon joining the directory.
Directory lawyers are required to notify Nolo immediately if they become the subject of any disciplinary action by any bar association.
