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Seeing Client’s Happiness Motivates This Chicago Lawyer

What is it that motivates a lawyer to work for their clients? That answer can change from attorney to attorney. For Ankin Law’s Jeff Schulkin, joy comes at the conclusion of his work in legal cases – and it’s something very simple. “Seeing those clients react with emotion and gratitude when they realize that their case

How a Young Ankin Law Lawyer Felt at Her First Trial

One of the biggest milestones for a lawyer is standing in front of a judge in a courtroom for the first time. This is something that one of Ankin Law newest workers’ compensation attorneys did early in 2025. Sarah Kirschner, who passed the bar exam in the fall of 2024, served as co-counsel for Attorney Scott Goldstein to help an

Why Does a Chicago Law Firm Have an Animated Mascot?

There’s one personal injury law firm in Chicago that has a “spokesperson” like no other. That would be Ankin Law’s Stickman – an animated character that is able to depict a number of situations which our clients may find themselves dealing with. While attorney Howard Ankin remains the main spokesperson for the firm, Stickman offers a unique way to reach 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.

Helping Clients ‘with Friends’ at Ankin Law

What does one of the original personal injury attorneys at Ankin Law consider the best part of his job?   It’s actually very, very simple. “It’s coming to a work environment where my friends work, too,” said Attorney Telly Liapis when asked about what he enjoys working at this Chicago personal injury law firm. Telly should know, since he’s

Steps to Prove Misdiagnosis in Medical Malpractice

Steps to prove misdiagnosis in medical malpractice involve demonstrating that a healthcare provider-patient relationship existed, the provider did not meet the required standard of care, this failure resulted in harm to you, and you experienced harm as a consequence. Proving misdiagnosis in a medical malpractice case isn’t easy. For a successful claim, you’re going to

Can I Sue if My Child Gets Hurt at Daycare?

If your child is hurt at daycare, you may be able to sue staff if the daycare's negligence caused those injuries. With an understanding of the duties of daycare staff and injuries resulting from their negligence or recklessness, you may better determine whether it's possible to sue.

What Is the Available Compensation for Medical Malpractice Victims?

What is the available compensation for medical malpractice victims? If you’re a victim of medical malpractice, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. The amount and type of compensation available for medical malpractice victims depend on factors such as the severity of the injury and the impact on