In an arbitration hearing before Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission, Ankin Law attorney, Josh Rudolfi represented a woman who sustained cervical and thoracic spine injuries while loading packages at a loading dock. The woman was employed as an operations manager by FedEx Ground Package Systems, Inc., where she often assisted package handlers in loading packages weighing
Dangerous or defective children’s products pose a significant risk to the well-being and safety of their vulnerable users. These toys can have a range of defects, from design flaws to the use of hazardous materials, and can result in serious injuries or even fatalities. Manufacturers and regulatory bodies have a responsibility to ensure that children’s
Property owners in Illinois, whether they own a large-scale business or a residential home, owe a duty of care to keep their property reasonably safe for visitors. That duty must be carried out by repairing or removing hazards, having signs indicating hazards that cannot be removed or repaired, and constantly monitoring the property to detect
There are 3 types of prescription errors commonly seen by medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois. Prescription errors are one of the most common types of medical errors experienced by patients. When a patient suffers harm due to medication errors, he or she may have an actionable case of medical negligence or medical malpractice against the
If you’re involved in a slip and fall accident on government property, you can hold the government responsible for your injuries and losses. However, your claim will be more complex compared to those where a private citizen is at fault. The government maintains some level of sovereign immunity in premises liability cases. As such, there are strict
When law enforcement officers violate citizens’ civil rights, they can be held accountable through Section 1983 claims. Civil rights are granted to American citizens to ensure their freedom is protected. Civil rights provide citizens with the right to social and political freedom and equity. These rights were put in place to ensure individuals are being
Since plaintiffs Patric Guillet and Lynne Osmonda filed the Elmiron class action lawsuit, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the company behind Elmiron and a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, agreed to pay out an $11 million settlement to cover the 1,500 lawsuits along with a $2,000 payment per claimant, including many individuals residing in Chicago. Is there a
The various human rights violations imposed by police are referred to as police brutality. The United States Constitution entitles citizens to inherent rights. The rights include freedom from discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, and membership in other protected classes. These rights give American citizens the freedom of assembly, religion, speech, and freedom to
In addition to manufacturers, medical device distributors may be liable in a transvaginal mesh lawsuit in Chicago. Since the beginning of these lawsuits in 2012, manufacturers of these specific medical devices have needed to pay millions in compensation to victims who sustained injuries after using transvaginal mesh. Knowing more about these lawsuits, the reasons for
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