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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.

Ankin Law Proudly Supports ‘The Bud Billiken Parade’

It’s almost time for children in Chicago to head back to school – and there’s a major kickoff on the South Side to celebrate the occasion. The 96th edition of “The Bud Billiken Parade” stepped off on Saturday, August 9 many took to Martin Luther King Drive along wfor one last gathering before classes begin. The

How an Ankin Law Lawyer Deals with A Death Case

One of the most difficult cases that we deal with at Ankin Law concerns someone who is deceased. Sometimes it’s due to an accident or other times due to a case of Medical Malpractice. No matter how it happened, it becomes incredibly important for the lawyer on the case to handle it with competence and care. So

Ankin Law Show Support for Buffalo Grove ‘National Night Out’

To start off August, Ankin Law was proud to take part in a national tradition that brings communities together in Chicagoland. On Tuesday, August 5, Ankin Law was one of the organizations that participated in “National Night Out” in Buffalo Grove. Attorneys Matthew Friedman and Scott Goldstein, both partners at the firm, were in attendance to meet-and-greet people

Which Baby Foods Are Linked to Heavy Metals?

Heavy metals in baby food have become a growing concern for parents across Chicago and nationwide. Recent investigations have revealed that many popular baby food brands contain dangerous levels of arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium. Understanding which baby foods are linked to heavy metals, and how to protect your child, is crucial for parents.

Play Kitchen Recalled Due to Strangulation Risk

August 6th 2025 (Chicago, IL) – Backyard Kids of Plano, Texas has issued a voluntary recall of 192,000 KidKraft Farm to Table Model Play Kitchens due to a risk of strangulation. To date, one death has been reported. A 23-month old became asphyxiated in February 2023 when the back of his shirt got caught on the hooks of the play