Howard Ankin

Medical Malpractice

Oct 30, 2023

How to Sue for Medical Malpractice

If you want to sue for medical malpractice in Illinois, there are many aspects to consider, as these cases are often difficult to navigate. Knowing more about what to expect with medical malpractice lawsuits can give you guidance if you decide to proceed with a case.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

Oct 30, 2023

Who Can File a PFAS Cancer Lawsuit?

If you want to file a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) lawsuit in Illinois, you may be able to do so if you are or were a firefighter using PFAS-containing foam, an airport worker exposed to PFAS-containing foam or water, or another individual with a cancer diagnosis potentially resulting from PFAS-contaminated drinking water.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

Oct 30, 2023

What Is the Average Settlement for Mesothelioma Victims?

The average settlement for mesothelioma victims in Illinois and across the U.S. is around $1 million to $1.4 million, but the specific amount will depend on numerous factors affecting each case, including the severity of the plaintiff's health condition and the damages sustained.

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

Oct 30, 2023

Who Qualifies for the Paraquat Lawsuit in Illinois?

Who qualifies for the paraquat lawsuit depends on the impact on the exposed victim's life. People in Illinois who have endured exposure to or used Paraquat and have officially received a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease may be able to file a claim as part of the Paraquat class action lawsuit.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

Oct 30, 2023

What Are the Elmiron Vision Loss Claims?

Certain ingredients in the medication Elmiron may cause vision loss and eye damage in patients, which is leading to many people who use this medication filing claims against the drug's manufacturers. People are filing these claims in Illinois and across the country as they seek compensation for damages sustained, including medical bills and pain and suffering resulting from eye damage

Mass Torts & Class Actions

Oct 30, 2023

Is There a Lawsuit for Elmiron Eye Damage?

In Illinois and across the country, many victims of eye damage have begun filing lawsuits against the makers of Elmiron to recover compensation. Specifically, class action lawsuits have appeared to hold manufacturer Janssen Pharmaceuticals liable for Elmiron long-term side effects, including vision problems resulting from eye damage.

Personal Injury

Oct 30, 2023

How to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit for Medical Malpractice in Illinois

If a loved one dies because of medical malpractice in Illinois, the person who serves as the personal representative or executor of the individual's estate must file a lawsuit against the liable party. However, if there isn't a designated executor in the case, the court involved in the case could choose one to file a claim or suit.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

Oct 30, 2023

What Is the Average Settlement for the Hair Relaxer Lawsuit in Illinois?

The average settlement amounts for the recent hair relaxer lawsuits in Illinois and across the country range from around $100,000 to $1,500,000, leaving a wide range of compensation awards in these cases. Different factors will influence the amount of compensation that plaintiffs can recover for the use of dangerous hair relaxer and hair straightener products that may have caused uterine

Mass Torts & Class Actions

Oct 30, 2023

What Is the Latest on the Talcum Powder Lawsuit?

Johnson & Johnson faces nearly 50,000 talcum powder lawsuits through multidistrict litigation (MDL) cases, as a growing number of people claim that they received a cancer diagnosis following their use of J&J's talcum powder-based baby powder product, along with products from other manufacturers and suppliers.