“At Chicago Pain Medicine Center, we believe collaboration between healthcare professionals and the legal community plays an important role in helping injured patients receive accurate diagnoses, appropriate treatment, and meaningful support throughout their recovery process,” said Dr. Diesfeld. The seminar brought together attorneys, medical professionals, and industry partners from across Illinois for a day focused on litigation strategy, trial preparation, medical evidence

By GEOFF MULVIHILL, A judge is expected to sentence OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma to forfeit $225 million to the U.S. government, a major step toward the company finalizing a settlement of nearly all of the thousands of lawsuits it faces over its role in the opioid crisis. (AP Video by Emily Wang) A judge on Tuesday delayed the criminal sentencing of OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma in order to allow victims to attend the court proceeding in person. U.S. District Judge Madeline

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Chronic pain can feel mysterious when symptoms don’t add up. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) are often overlooked conditions that commonly occur together, affecting joints, circulation, and daily function. Recognizing their connection is key to proper diagnosis and better quality of life. Learn what they are, why they’re linked, and what treatment options can help.