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An Ankin Law Attorney’s Expertise Mattered for An Injured Worker

The experience of a workers’ compensation lawyer at Ankin Law helped a worker obtain benefits now and in the future for an injury. That’s featured in the latest “Client Wins” from the personal injury law firm in Chicago – and one that Attorney Phil Risley had to work hard to get.  A client came to Ankin Law

Celebrating an Illini Final Four with 2 friends of Ankin Law

Graduates and fans of the University of Illinois have had a lot to celebrate this April. Thanks to a great run in the NCAA Tournament, the Illini men’s basketball team advanced to the Final Four in Indianapolis, ending a 21-year drought for the program.  Even with a late season slump and early loss in the

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.

Nexgrill Wire Grill Brushes Recalled Due to Ingestion Hazard

Nexgrill Industries, Inc. of Chino, California has issued a voluntary recall of about 10.2 million wire grill brushes. The wire bristles can detach from the grill brushes and stick to food or the grill, posing an ingestion hazard. People who swallow the grill brush bristles may face serious internal injuries that require surgery.

Chicago Worker Killed in Electrocution: Safety Failures and Legal Options After Jobsite Accidents

A 47-year-old construction worker was recently electrocuted and killed on a West Side Chicago job site. The worker died after coming into contact with live electrical equipment while working on a building demolition project. OSHA has launched an investigation into the incident, and the site was shut down pending compliance reviews. This tragedy highlights the serious risks construction workers face

Happy 29th Anniversary, Ankin Law!

Tuesday was a big day for a Chicago personal injury law firm as it celebrated another “birthday.” March 31, 2026 represented the 29th anniversary of the founding of Ankin Law by Attorney Howard Ankin in 1997.  It was a major venture for a young Chicagoan just a few years out of University of Illinois-Chicago Law School, and it

Congrats to the Final Four-Bound Illinois Fighting Illini!

Ankin Law and its founder are among many in Chicagoland who are saluting an in-state team that’s headed to college basketball’s national championship weekend.  Illinois men’s basketball qualified for their first Final Four in 21 years on March 28 with a win over Iowa in Houston. It completes a memorable tournament run where the Illini

How Howard Fits in With a Social Media Trend in 2026

When it comes to being a lawyer, there’s no one better than the founder of Ankin Law. It’s also great when he can fit in with something trending, too. But this recent one on social media was right in Attorney Howard Ankin’s wheelhouse.  Recently, people have been asking for and posting memories of themselves, relatives or co-workers