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Partner Todd Mathews Quoted in Chicago Tribune on Harrisburg Juvenile Abuse Claims

Bailey Glasser partner Todd Mathews was quoted in Chicago Tribune editorial on abuse allegations at Harrisburg Juvenile Detention Center in Illinois.

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Bailey Glasser partner Todd Mathews was interviewed by the Chicago Tribune in its recent editorial urging state officials to investigate the disturbing allegations of juvenile sexual abuse at the Harrisburg Juvenile Detention Center in Illinois, and the failure of officials to act.

One accused, now the Eldorado mayor, dismissed survivors as “ex-convicts … just trying to get money.” Todd Mathews, who represents many of the survivors, responded:

“Children are not convicts, they’re residents of the youth facility, in the custody of the state for care and rehabilitation,” he told the Tribune.

Read the full Chicago Tribune editorial here.

Todd leads Bailey Glasser’s team fighting for survivors of juvenile detention center abuse in states across the country, including Illinois, Maryland, and Michigan. In Illinois, the firm, along with co-counsel, represents over 900 survivors in lawsuits alleging sexual abuse by staff and systemic cover-ups.

In addition to Todd Mathews, the BG legal team fighting for these survivors includes founding partner Brian Glasser, Mass Torts Practice Group Leader David Selby II, Institutional Abuse & Neglect Team Leader Sharon Iskra, Of Counsel lawyer Aliya Khalidi, and attorney Samira Bode.

Learn more about our Juvenile Detention Center cases here.

For more on Todd Mathews, visit web bio here.

BG Lawyers Named to 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation List

Eight Bailey & Glasser, LLP lawyers were named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation guide.

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Eight Bailey & Glasser, LLP lawyers were named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation guide, which recognizes rising leaders in the legal profession who are shaping the future of law.
This year’s honorees include:
• Samira Z. Bode: lawyer, Mass Torts Practice Group
• Tony L. Clacker: partner, ESI Practice Group
• Sallie Gilbert: partner, Commercial & Environmental Litigation Practice Group
• Elliott McGraw: partner, Commercial & Environmental Litigation Practice Group
• Travis A. Prince: partner, Personal Injury Practice Group
• Christopher D. Smith: partner, Civil Defense Practice Group
• Elizabeth L. Stryker: lawyer, ESI Practice Group
• Nicholas A. Warden: partner, Commercial & Environmental Litigation Practice Group
In recognition of the honorees, Lawdragon states: “These lawyers provide a forecast of the fascinating future of global law practice… mesmerizing, multi-talented, dedicated, focused – and the best argument there is for the vitality of the law.”
➡️Learn more about BG’s honorees here.
➡️Read the full 2025 Lawdragon 500 X announcement here.
We applaud all the lawyers who made this list, and we thank Lawdragon for the recognition.

Federal Case Filed Over Abuse in MD Juvenile Detention Centers

Bailey & Glasser, LLP, along with co-counsel, have filed a new federal lawsuit on behalf of three survivors who were sexually abused as minors in Maryland youth detention centers.

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Bailey & Glasser, LLP, along with co-counsel from Levy Konigsberg LLP and Stinar Gould Grieco & Hensley, have filed a new federal lawsuit on behalf of three survivors who were sexually abused as minors in Maryland youth detention centers.

The complaint alleges that the plaintiffs—just 14 and 15 years old at the time—were assaulted by staff in 2019 and 2020. Fearing retaliation and longer sentences, they remained silent. The lawsuit accuses state officials of knowingly ignoring a pervasive “culture of sexual brutalization and abuse,” violating the survivors’ civil rights under federal law.

This case is part of BG’s ongoing legal campaign to hold the State of Maryland accountable for decades of abuse within its juvenile justice system. In 2023, Maryland passed the Child Victims Act, eliminating the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse claims. Bailey Glasser, in partnership with nearly two dozen firms, has filed lawsuits for more than 4,500 survivors under this law.

However, with thousands of claims filed against the state, Maryland recently moved to limit its financial liability by capping settlement amounts and restricting survivors to a single payout—changes that have delayed progress in state court while the Attorney General seeks to negotiate a settlement. By filing in federal court, these plaintiffs are seeking justice outside the limits now imposed by the state’s revised framework.

Bailey Glasser remains committed to holding Maryland accountable and ensuring survivors have every opportunity to seek the justice they deserve. The firm’s legal team on these cases includes BG’s mass torts partner Todd Mathews, founding partner Brian Glasser, Mass Torts Practice Group Leader David Selby II, Institutional Abuse & Neglect team leader Sharon Iskra, and attorneys Aliya Khalidi and Samira Bode.

Learn more about this new lawsuit and view the federal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland on our website.

Attorney Alexandra Calton Joins Mass Torts Practice Group in Birmingham, AL

Bailey & Glasser, LLP welcomes Alexandra J. Calton as the newest lawyer in our award-winning Mass Torts Practice Group. Alexandra joins the dedicated lawyers in our Birmingham, Alabama office.

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Bailey & Glasser, LLP welcomes Alexandra J. Calton as the newest lawyer in our award-winning Mass Torts Practice Group. Alexandra joins the dedicated lawyers in our Birmingham, Alabama office, which was newly recognized this year by Chambers & Partners in the Litigation, Mainly Plaintiffs category.

Alexandra brings a strong background in litigation, focusing her practice on representing individuals and class members who have been injured by defective firearms, medical devices, and pharmaceutical drugs, as well as those harmed by institutional negligence. Alexandra has a tenacious and empathetic approach to her advocacy, grounded in a commitment to justice.

Notably, she was appointed to serve as Interim Lead Counsel on a national data breach class action, In re: Medical Center Barbour Data Breach Litigation, on behalf of 61,000 individuals. Her leadership and results-driven advocacy have earned her national recognition, including repeated honors in The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch (2024-2025) and The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 (2022-2024). Alexandra was also awarded a Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Leadership by Alabama Governor Bob Riley.

David Selby II, Partner and Practice Group Leader for Bailey Glasser’s Mass Torts team, shared: “We are thrilled to welcome Alexandra to our team. Her experience, tenacity, and client-centered approach will be a tremendous asset as we continue fighting for individuals harmed by negligence and dangerous products. Her addition strengthens our growing presence in Birmingham and enhances our ability to serve clients nationwide.”

Learn more about Alexandra Calton by visiting her website bio.

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BG Partners Named 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers

Eight outstanding Bailey Glasser partners have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers list.

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Eight outstanding Bailey Glasser partners have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers list, which recognizes lawyers fighting against corporate behemoths for the financial rights of consumers, businesses, and investors.

Congratulations to:
Brian Glasser: BG Founding Partner
Katherine E. Charonko: Partner, and ESI Practice Group Leader
James Kauffman: Partner, Consumer Litigation Practice Group
Patricia Kipnis: Partner, and Consumer Litigation Practice Group Leader
Lawrence J. Lederer: Partner, Consumer Litigation Practice Group
Jonathan Marshall: Partner, and Contingent Practice Area Leader
Michael Murphy: Partner, Contingent Practice Area
David Selby II: Partner, and Mass Torts Practice Group Chair

As stated by Lawdragon:
“We’re delighted to recognize The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers. These are the lawyers and firms that give consumers, investors and businesses a fighting chance against corporations and other powerful entities that can sometimes seem too big to confront.

Not for these lawyers. They say bring it on.”

From battling corporate giants in complex mass tort litigation to advocating for consumer rights against unfair fees, and supporting complex class actions through cutting-edge e-Discovery practices, these Bailey Glasser lawyers are relentless in their pursuit of justice.

We applaud all the lawyers included in this list and we thank Lawdragon for the recognition.

To learn more about the BG lawyers recognized, read our official announcement here.

Visit Lawdragon for the full 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers Guide.