Motor Vehicle Accidents

E-Bike Accident Injuries Are on the Rise in Illinois. Do You Have a Case?

E-Bike accident injuries are on the rise. Electric bikes and scooters have become popular transportation options, offering convenience and eco-friendliness, but they also lead to serious accidents. If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence in an e-bike or e-scooter accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Contact Ankin Law at

When Car Accidents Cause Long-Term Neurological Damage

When car accidents cause long-term neurological damage in Illinois, victims can experience cognitive, motor, and emotional impairments. They may endure these impairments for years or even the rest of their lives. These challenges may prevent them from undertaking activities of daily living and lower their quality of life. You are entitled to compensation if your long-term neurological damage stemmed from
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.

Why Rear-End Collisions Can Be More Legally Complicated Than You Expect

Rear-end collisions can be more legally complicated than you expect because liability may shift to the front driver or be shared between the two involved drivers. Liability may shift or be shared when the front driver stops suddenly, drives recklessly, or encounters a mechanical issue. Knowing the circumstances in which the rear driver isn’t at fault can help you document

Why Trucking Accidents on I-90 Are So Common and So Deadly

Truck accidents on I-90 are frequent and can be fatal due to factors like high speeds, severe weather, mountainous areas, and the risks associated with large trucks. Contributing issues include speeding, driver fatigue, and poor training. If you've been injured in a trucking accident, you may face medical costs, rehabilitation, and long-term disabilities.

Passenger Injuries in T-Bone Accidents: Can You File a Claim?

Much of the time, you can file a claim in Chicago for passenger injuries in T-bone accidents. The process likely will get complicated quickly. It involves investigating the crash, preserving evidence, identifying liable parties, negotiating with insurers, and, if necessary, preparing for trial. All this is on top of dealing with injuries from the crash.

Injured in an Uber or Lyft in Chicago? Don’t Count on Them to Help You

If you become injured in an Uber or Lyft in Chicago, the rideshare company is unlikely to go out of its way to help you. Uber and Lyft drivers are independent contractors, which may limit the rideshare’s liability. The insurance policy that applies in an accident may vary as well. Meanwhile, some accidents involve multiple passengers seeking compensation. This means