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Many people injured due to someone else's negligence wonder, “How does personal injury law work?” You can use personal injury law in Chicago, Illinois, to get the negligent party to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and even pain and suffering. However, you will need to prove four things: the party owed you a duty of care, the party
Knowing who can sue for wrongful death can help ensure your rights are protected after a tragedy. If an accident involving driving under the influence (DUI) results in the death of another driver, vehicle occupant, or pedestrian, the families of the deceased can file a wrongful death claim against the offending driver in Illinois.
Following an injury where another party is liable, it's important to know when to hire a personal injury lawyer to handle a case. The right attorney can represent you in a case and help you seek total compensation from liable parties in a successful claim or lawsuit.
Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Illinois attorney, Howard Ankin discusses the recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling in favor of an Ankin Law client regarding uninsured motorist coverage . The case centered on whether drivers in Illinois can use their own insurance to pay for injuries caused by an uninsured motorist. If you’ve been in an accident with an uninsured motorist

Ayo Dosunmu, the 6’5″ shooting guard for the Chicago Bulls talks about growing up in Chicago, playing college basketball at the University of Illinois, and being drafted by his hometown team. Ayo knows that if you’re hurt at work or in a car accident the right play is to call Ankin Law at 312-600-0000.

Suboxone, a drug used to treat opioid addiction and pain, has been linked to serious dental injuries of the teeth and gums. Thousands of victims have now filed a Suboxone lawsuit against several major manufacturers of the drug to recover compensation for their dental injuries.
What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a patient suffers illness, injury, or death due to improper treatment provided by a medical professional, hospital, or clinic that is responsible for the patient's care. Under established medical standards, hospitals and medical professionals owe their patients a certain duty of care that protects them from harm while under their care.