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Noma Shields: Combining Sports and Science to Help Chicago’s Youth

A native of Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood is giving back to her hometown through a unique program that combines sports and science. That’s what makes Noma Shields one of Ankin Law’s “Chicagoans You Should Know.” In 2024, she incorporated the Youth Sports Science Institute, which teaches the science of sports using technology to students in Chicagoland. What

Meet the Ankin Law/WGN Teacher of the Month for February!

For the second time in 2026, Ankin Law has joined WGN in saluting an outstanding educator in Chicagoland.  This time, the focus turned to the far south side of Chicago to find someone making a big impact on students in need.  Mrs. Mary Erdmann of Brother Rice High School has been named the “Teacher of the Month”

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.

Who Is Liable for Unsafe Property Conditions in Chicago?

Property owners, business operators, property managers, government agencies, and tenants can be liable for unsafe property conditions in Chicago, Illinois. Liability falls on either of these parties if they had an actual or constructive notice of the unsafe property conditions that contributed to your accident and resulting injuries. Simply put, they knew or should have known about the dangerous conditions
Man falling face-first outdoors while spilling a drink. Liable for Unsafe Property Conditions

Hospital Policies vs Patient Safety: Where Systems Fail

Hospital policies vs patient safety is a critical conflict in medical care, as administrative decisions often conflict with clinical needs. Patients expect that all procedures and protocols are designed to protect them, but the reality can be different. Sometimes, hospital policies focus on maximizing efficiency or cutting costs, which can create a fertile ground for errors. When a facility prioritizes
Doctor and patient in masks reviewing a clipboard. Hospital Policies vs Patient Safety

Two Illinois Alums Come Together for An Ankin Law Commercial

One of the latest commercials from Ankin Law feature two Chicagoans who have one major thing in common: The University of Illinois. Attorney Howard Ankin along with men’s basketball legend Deon Thomas are both proud Illini graduates and showed that during the spots they recorded for the 2025-2026 Illini basketball season.  They enthusiastically recorded four commercials

How Long Does a Property Owner Have to Fix a Hazard Before a Slip and Fall?

One question many slip-and-fall accident victims ask is: How long does a property owner have to fix a hazard before the owner becomes liable for accidents and resulting injuries? Premises liability law does not specify the number of minutes or hours within which property owners must fix hazards. Instead, it requires property owners to take corrective actions within a reasonable
Yellow "Caution Wet Floor" sign on icy steps. How Long Does a Property Owner Have to Fix a Hazard

A Chicago Attorney’s Advice for Law Students Seeking Summer Jobs

Even with plenty of time left in the law school semester, students in Chicagoland are already looking ahead to employment for the summer.  That was the case at an event that was attended by Ankin Law personal injury attorney Jake Nabat on February 12.  At DePaul School of Law’s 1L/2L Job Fair, he met with several students

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