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CPSC Warning: Stack-On Biometric Gun Safes May Fail, Leading to Injury or Death

Chicago, IL (February 3, 2025) – The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) is urging consumers to immediately stop using the biometric feature on Stack-On Biometric gun safes. The biometric programming feature can fail, allowing unauthorized access to your safe’s contents. The warning comes after multiple incidents were reported by consumers— one involving a

What Is Marginal Cord Insertion

Marginal cord insertion is a condition where the umbilical cord attaches to the placenta’s margin or edge rather than its center. It can pose several risks during pregnancy and childbirth. If you or your baby was harmed by undiagnosed, unmonitored, or untreated marginal insertion of the umbilical cord in Chicago, you could hold your healthcare provider liable with the help

Are Hydroxycut Claims Class Action Lawsuits?

Hydroxycut claims initially involved a class action lawsuit, but that class action suit has already settled, preventing new plaintiffs from joining it. However, individuals may still file personal injury lawsuits against Hydroxycut's makers, Iovate, to recover compensation.
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.

What Are The Most Common Birth Injuries?

Some babies develop physical injuries during the birth process. These injuries affect their health and development. Common birth injuries in Chicago, Illinois, include, but are not limited to, brachial plexus injuries, Erb's Palsy, cerebral palsy, Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, and Cephalohematoma. While the effects of some of these injuries resolve on their own, others last for a lifetime.

How Can Ankin Law Help You when You Call?

So when you call Ankin Law, a Chicago personal injury law firm, what kind of help can you expect to get? Well, since we brand ourselves as “Injury Law Made Personal,” we’re ready to answer your legal questions and give you advice on how to move forward. This can be with a car accident, work accident,

This Hurt Worker & Mother Really Needed Ankin Law’s Help

Hermione got hurt at work, but that wasn’t enough for her employer to give her some time off to recover. That’s when she realized she needed help, and a quick Google search brought her to Ankin Law. Once we picked up the phone, attorney Josh Rudolfi and legal assistant Cassie Madison got right to work

Who is Chicago’s first ‘Teacher of the Month’ in 2025

Once again, Ankin Law is proud to join WGN-TV in honor a worth Chicagoland teacher with a special honor. To start 2025, we awarded out “Teacher of the Month Award” to Shermain Herndon of St. Paul Lutheran School in Grand Crossing, Chicago. The kindergarten teacher was nominated by one of the parents of her students for her excellent

Why Brandan Had ‘A Great Experience’ with Ankin Law

When you get into a car accident, all you are looking for is to get the help you need to get back to normal. Brandan W. was in that situation – and Ankin Law helped him get that done. Thanks to help from attorney Raquel Gross and legal assistant Lea Gaetto, he was able to

How Ankin Law Fought for An Injured Workers’ Rights – and Won

One of Ankin Law’s attorneys fought for years to defend the rights and compensation for a single mother who was injured on the job. It ended up being another win for one of our clients. Attorney Phil Risley worked with this client who was hurt at work against the insurance company, who stopped benefits on multiple occasions. Each