Howard Ankin

What Is a Catastrophic Injury?

Catastrophic injuries often have a life-changing impact on victims. Brain and spinal injuries are considered catastrophic injuries, as depending on the severity of the injury, they may impact the victim the rest of his or her life.  An accident that yields catastrophic injuries can cause disruptions to your life while you recover. A personal injury

What Are the Stages of Sepsis?

The three stages of sepsis include sepsis, severe sepsis, and septic shock. Sepsis is a life-threatening health condition that is caused by an infection in the body, which triggers severe inflammation in tissues and organs. Without immediate medical attention, the stages of sepsis will usually result in serious physical and mental health complications that lead

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.

Slip and Fall Claims Made Easy

Thousands of Chicago residents visit the emergency room every year as a result of injuries sustained in slip and fall accidents that occur on improperly secured or unsafe properties. Slip and fall claims are born when a hazardous or dangerous condition on another person’s property causes a victim to slip, trip, or fall, and be

What Is the Attractive Nuisance Doctrine?

The attractive nuisance doctrine is a specific doctrine in Illinois and other jurisdictions that enables individuals to hold property owners liable for injuries to children who trespass on a person’s property. This law applies when the victim trespassed because of an object that appeals to children and encourages them to engage with it. Learn more

Do Uninsured Motorist Policies Cover Pedestrians Who Are Injured in Hit-and-Run Accidents

Uninsured and Underinsured motorist insurance provides coverage for pedestrians who are injured in hit-and-run accidents. The settlement provided by the insurance company is intended to compensate victims for the expenses arising from sustaining injuries in a pedestrian accident. However, insurance companies may attempt to deny pedestrian hit-and-run accident claims in bad faith. If you purchase

The Most Common Slip and Fall Injuries

Broken bones, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, bruises, soft tissue injuries, and soft tissue damage are some of the more common slip and fall injuries. These injuries can leave Chicago victims unable to work, support their families, or cover their medical expenses. Unfortunately, slips and falls are a leading cause of nonfatal injuries, accounting for

10 Interesting Facts About Police Brutality

Police brutality entails the use of unwarranted or excessive force on the part of police officers against civilians, with multiple types of police brutality causing injuries and other damages to the victims of these attacks. Knowing the facts about police brutality can help you determine your rights as a victim. Common Forms of Police Brutality