Accident News

Chicago, IL – Two Injured in I-55 Accident Near Ex 90

Chicago, IL (April 21, 2024) – On Friday afternoon, traffic on Interstate 55 southbound was slowed down by an accident that took place near the off-ramp to exit 90, and at least two people were taken to a local hospital. According to Illinois State Police Troop 6, three vehicles were involved in the incident, including

Saline, IL – Bicyclist Hit & Killed in Crash on US 45

Saline, IL (April 20, 2024) – An early Thursday morning collision between a vehicle and a cyclist resulted in the fatality of one individual. The collision occurred at 1:55 a.m. along U.S. Route 45 at Wasson Road in Saline County, per the Illinois State Police (ISP). Troop 10 personnel responded to the site and reported

Chicago, IL – Three Hurt in Police Cruiser Crash on Cottage Grove Ave

Chicago, IL (April 19, 2024) – On Friday, three people were injured in a collision involving a Chicago police cruiser vehicle. The collision occurred in the 6300 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue in West Woodlawn. According to officers with the Chicago Police Department, the detective’s car collided with a red Kia. CPD reported that

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.

Chicago, IL – Two Killed, One Hurt in I-57 Accident

Chicago, IL (April 16, 2024) – Two individuals were killed, and one was injured in a collision that occurred on I-57 on Tuesday morning. Traffic was backed up and extended down to the 147th Street stretch of highway. The Illinois State Police diverted traffic to 159th and closed all northbound lanes. It is unknown what

Chicago, IL – Four Hospitalized in Three-Car Wreck on 26th St

Chicago, IL (April 15, 2024) – A Sunday night collision in the Bridgeport area resulted in four injuries, one of which was critical. Chicago police say that just before 10:00 p.m., a 27-year-old woman driving a gray sedan failed to stop at a red light and collided with a Jeep in the 700 block of

How to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Chicago

If you or your loved one has suffered a work-related injury in Illinois, you’ll need to know how to file a workers’ compensation claim in Chicago. After sustaining a workplace injury, you should formally notify your employer of the injury to begin the workers’ compensation claims process, seek medical attention immediately to provide important proof

A 2024 College of Workers’ Compensation Fellow

As an attorney, it’s nice to receive an award that recognizes your work. When it comes to workers’ compensation law, being honored for your work by highly skilled peers and judges across the US is even more gratifying. I was proud this month to be part of the 2024 class inducted into the College of

An Ankin Law Team of Attorneys Helps Secure a Young Girl’s Future

After getting a phone call that no parent wants to get, Scott N. made one that helped his family navigate a severe injury and long recovery. A school science experiment gone wrong left his young daughter with second and third-degree burns on her face and hand that required months of treatment. Howard began working on