Howard Ankin

Blog

Jun 3, 2025

Humor and Hope: A Chicago lawyer’s cancer survivor story

For another year, he took to the path around Chicago’s lakefront with family by his side on June 1 for a light stroll with others who’ve been through a similar struggle. Of course, every journey is different, with each arriving at the Northwestern/Lurie Cancer Survivor’s Walk with their own story of perseverance through the illness.

Case Results, Workers' Compensation

Jun 1, 2025

Semi-Truck Driver Awarded Knee Surgeries and Cervical Treatment in Arbitration

Thanks to Ankin Law attorney Josh Rudolfi, a truck driver with an injured spine and two injured knees was awarded a favorable settlement in arbitration. The arbitrator found that the driver, whose semi-truck was broadsided at an intersection, is entitled to receive much needed bilateral knee surgeries and cervical medial branch blocks. Rudolfi was also

Motor Vehicle Accidents

May 31, 2025

How Chicago’s Potholes Put Motorcyclists at Risk, and What Riders Can Do

Motorcyclists face increased danger on the road because they don't have the protective barriers that cars and trucks do. While it's easy to point fingers at careless drivers for crashes, poor road conditions also contribute to incidents involving motorcycles. Potholes put motorcyclists at risk, leading to loss of control, damage to the bike, and decreased traction.

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.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

May 31, 2025

Baby Formula Linked to Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Chicago

Research has strongly linked cow’s milk-based baby formulas with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in premature babies. NEC is a severe intestinal disease that could lead to necrosis, bowel perforation, and death. Reports of baby formula linked to necrotizing enterocolitis have led to parents taking legal action against formula manufacturers, with some cases resulting in significant settlements and verdicts.

Recall News

May 30, 2025

Infant Swings Deemed Dangerous Due to Suffocation Risk

May 30th, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – Various brands of infant swings deemed dangerous by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) are raising serious safety concerns for parents nationwide. The swings are under fire because they violate the Safe Sleep for Babies Act, fail to include mandatory safety warnings, and contain button cell batteries without proper hazard disclosures.

Workers' Compensation

May 30, 2025

Chicago Workers: How Employer Misclassification Can Deny You Workers’ Comp Benefits

When an employer misclassifies an employee as an independent contractor, the employee may be unable to recover from a work injury due to a workers' compensation claim denial. If your employer has misclassified you as a contractor following a work-related injury, you may be able to resolve the issue with the help of an attorney.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

May 30, 2025

Legionnaires’ Disease in Nursing Homes?: Here’s What You Should Know

Legionnaires’ disease in nursing homes can prove deadly, especially since senior citizens are vulnerable to infection and have weaker immune systems. Unfortunately, nursing homes do not always take the steps they should to protect residents in Chicago. This neglect may result in people becoming seriously sick or dying.

People

May 30, 2025

A New Community Justice Center Features a Few ‘Chicagoans You Should Know’

There is a new center in the North Lawndale neighborhood in Chicago that’s going to help young people as they restart their lives. That’s exactly what the person its named after would have wanted. The Dr. Dennis Deer Community Justice Center was officially dedicated on April 27th at 1441 S. Keeler Avenue on the west

Motor Vehicle Accidents

May 29, 2025

5 Ways Trucking Companies Put Profit Over Safety

Many trucking companies put profit over safety by encouraging speed, inadequate truck maintenance, and failing to properly screen and train their drivers. This may lead to a rise in large truck accidents and the serious damages that can result. An experienced attorney can assist you in pursuing compensation for any damages incurred.