Overview
In the medical profession law suits are an unfortunate reality. After 20 years in the medical field Betsy decided that well-meaning medical professionals needed someone on their side who understood both medicine and the law. Her nursing experience includes adult medical/surgical and medical/cardiac intensive care. She completed drug research, specifically with the HIV population. As a hospital administrator Betsy gained experience with risk reduction, systems analysis and claims management.
She now defends doctors, nurses and pharmacists against issues such as professional negligence and premise liability. She represents clients in all types of health care settings, including hospitals, long term care facilities, hospice and home health care.
Experience
Membership & Involvement
- Member: Chicagoland Health Care Risk Managers (CHRMS); Illinois Society of Healthcare Risk Management; The Paralegal Studies Advisory Council, the College of DuPage; Cook County Bar Association; DuPage County Bar Association
Honors
- Selected to the Illinois Super Lawyers "Rising Stars" List: 2020, 2021, 2022
- Selected to The Best Lawyers in America© One to Watch in Health Care Law: 2021
Resources & Insights
Alerts
Speaking Engagements
Education on Demand
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Firm News
- 35 SmithAmundsen Attorneys Included on 2022 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
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- Patience Required: New Federal Court Opinion on the Application of COVID-19 Immunities
Patience Required: New Federal Court Opinion on the Application of COVID-19 ImmunitiesWe are all aware of the Illinois Immunity Orders put in place to provide protections for health care providers related to care and treatment of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- 35 SmithAmundsen Attorneys Included on 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
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- 34 SmithAmundsen Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America© 202134 SmithAmundsen Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers in America© 2021
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Services
Education
Loyola University Chicago, School of Law, J.D., 2013
Health Law Certificate, 2013
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, B.S.N., 1985
Admissions
- Illinois