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Howard Ankin Talks Daylight Saving Safety on WGN-TV

The need for Chicagoans to be safer on the crosswalks and roads in early November was a key part of Attorney Howard Ankin’s latest television appearance.  The founder of Ankin Law was a guest on WGN-TV’s “Spotlight Chicago” on November 5 discussing safety tips as Daylight Saving Time has arrived in the area. Howard was

Ankin Law Welcomes Attorney Bria Wallace

Once again, Ankin Law has shown the desire to look around the country to find lawyers that can help injured people in Chicagoland.  The firm is proud to welcome Attorney Bria Wallace to our roster as she joins our prolific workers’ compensation department this fall.  “It’s a top firm. It’s known within the state. It has

University of Chicago Sexual Assault Allegations Raise Questions About Fraternity Safety and Liability

Serious questions regarding campus safety have arisen after two reports of sexual assaults at frat parties raised uncertainty about whether fraternity organizations are doing enough to protect people attending their parties and events. These two recent allegations involve separate instances at the University of Chicago’s Alpha Epsilon Pi and Alpha Delta Phi fraternities. Neither victim was a student of 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.

Illinois Changes How Nursing Homes Will Be Penalized for Staffing Shortfalls

Illinois is changing how it penalizes nursing homes that fail to meet minimum staffing requirements. Beginning with the July 1 through September 30, 2026, reporting quarter, the Illinois Department of Public Health will calculate staffing compliance quarterly and impose escalating financial penalties on facilities that fall below required staffing levels. The changes also create a 10% deviation threshold and address

Hundreds Allege Sexual Abuse at Cook County Juvenile Detention Center

Approximately 400 people have filed lawsuits involving alleged sexual abuse at the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center in Chicago. The allegations span decades, with former detainees describing abuse dating back to the 1990s and claims involving conduct as recently as 2023.

Why a Lawyer Has Concern Over a New Trend in Medical Care

July is Medical Malpractice Awareness Month, and there is one thing on the mind of Ankin Law’s medical malpractice attorney. That’s the trend of several clinics, emergency rooms and hospital chains in Chicagoland that are being bought up by private equity firms and for-profit companies. Attorney Jeff Schulkin has noticed this, and it’s something he’s concerned about.  

Why Do You Need a Chicago Lawyer if You Are Hurt in Chicagoland?

If you are injured in an accident in the Chicagoland area, is it a good idea to use a lawyer who practices in Chicago? Absolutely, says Attorney Howard Ankin, who has been practicing law in Illinois for over three decades.  In fact, he’s got four reasons why someone should call Ankin Law, a firm that has served

Ankin Law Welcome Attorney Bridget Morrow

Another native of the Chicagoland area has arrived at Ankin Law in 2026 – and she has an interesting way in which she got into law. Attorney Bridget Morrow has joined the firm this summer and will be practicing in the personal injury department. A native of Glen Ellyn, she graduated from Auburn University with a

Ankin Law Hires Another Attorney from Chicagoland

Once again, Ankin Law is bolstering its ability to help injured workers in Chicagoland with another addition to our lawyer roster.  Attorney Aaron Walner has joined the firm in 2026 and has already begun working for clients in our workers’ compensation department. A native of Highland Park, Illinois, Aaron attended Boston University in political science and