David J. Rashid - Chicago, IL

David J. Rashid is a Partner at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. and one of Illinois’ leading medical malpractice trial attorneys. He represents individuals and families whose lives have been impacted by medical negligence, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death. Since joining the firm in 2023, Mr. Rashid has recovered more than $575 million in verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients.

With extensive experience handling complex medical malpractice matters, Mr. Rashid focuses on cases involving misdiagnosis, surgical errors, birth injuries, emergency room errors, and other forms of medical negligence. He combines a detailed understanding of medical issues with a strategic approach to litigation, working closely with leading medical experts to identify failures in care and build strong cases for his clients.

Mr. Rashid has achieved significant results in complex medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases, including:

• $32.7 million jury verdict – Obtained in his first trial with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard for a man who suffered a life-altering foot amputation after doctors failed to recognize signs of a blood clot. The verdict is the highest reported Illinois verdict for the loss of one leg or foot.
• $28 million medical malpractice settlement – Secured for a client harmed by medical negligence.
• $241 million jury verdict – Obtained as part of a trial team for the family of a Missouri man who died while transporting dry ice as part of his work as a courier. The verdict included $49.5 million in compensatory damages and $191.5 million in punitive damages.

Mr. Rashid also holds medical malpractice verdict and settlement records in Cook County, Richland County, and Crawford County, reflecting his ability to handle some of the most complex and high-stakes medical negligence cases.

Mr. Rashid focuses his practice on:

• Medical Malpractice – Representing patients and families harmed by negligent medical care.
• Catastrophic Personal Injury – Advocating for individuals who have suffered severe and life-changing injuries.
• Wrongful Death – Helping families pursue justice after losing a loved one due to negligence.

Before joining Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, Mr. Rashid practiced at another prominent Chicago personal injury firm, where he secured more than $130 million in verdicts and settlements for clients.

He began his legal career as a law clerk with the Office of the Chief Prosecutor for the U.S. Office of Military Commissions, gaining valuable experience in complex litigation and legal analysis.

Mr. Rashid’s achievements have earned recognition from respected legal organizations and publications, including:

• The Best Lawyers in America® for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
• Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Stars
• Law Bulletin Media’s “Forty Lawyers Under 40 to Watch in Illinois”
• Leading Lawyers’ Emerging Lawyer recognition

His peer recognition reflects his reputation among Illinois attorneys for excellence in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation.

Mr. Rashid is passionate about educating attorneys and medical professionals on trial advocacy and medical malpractice issues. He has lectured on medical malpractice and trial strategy at the University of Notre Dame Law School and the United Institute for Continuing Legal Education.

In 2023, he presented Medical Grand Rounds to the Departments of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Emergency Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He has also appeared on legal podcasts, including The Results Podcast presented by Trial Lawyers University, sharing insights on litigation and advocacy.

Mr. Rashid is a member of:

• Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• American Association for Justice
• Illinois State Bar Association
• Chicago Bar Association

A Peoria native, Mr. Rashid remains committed to serving clients throughout Illinois and advocating for individuals and families facing life-changing circumstances.

Outside of the courtroom, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three young children. He is also an avid reader and sports fan.