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Convertible Crib Deemed Unsafe for Use

February 17th, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has urged consumers to stop using Hermixa 6-in-1 Convertible Cribs. These cribs have multiple safety hazards that make the cribs unsafe for consumer use.

Lonna To Ankin Law: ‘You treated me right’

There are some clients who are so grateful for the efforts that we’ve given them during their case that they are moved to tears. That was the case for Lonna B., who cried when talking about the contributions that attorney Kayla Coates and legal assistant Citlali Vences made to her workers’ compensation case.  What did

Howard Meets with Future Lawyers at a UIC Event

One of the goals of Ankin Law, a Chicago personal injury law firm, is to find ways to help those who wish to become lawyers in the future. As part of that effort, Attorney Howard Ankin held an event for University of Illinois-Chicago Law School students on February 5th at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago. Held during 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.

Oxbryta Recall: Can You File a Lawsuit?

On September 26, 2024, the United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) alerted patients, caregivers, and health care professionals that Pfizer issued a voluntary recall of Oxbryta. This decision was based on postmarketing clinical trial data indicating that the risks of Oxbryta outweigh its benefits for sickle cell patients.

Rhoda Rosen: A Chicagoan You Should Know

An organization in Chicago is doing what it can do to end homelessness in a unique way. Red Line Service is using art to reach out to those who are unhoused in the city, with Executive Director Rhoda Rosen leading that effort. Through various projects and partnerships, the organization is taking steps to aid those

Ankin Law Supports National Girls and Women in Sports Day

At Ankin Law, we’re proud to be a supporter of women’s athletics, so National Girls and Women in Sports Day means a lot to us. February 5 is designated as a day to support those girls and women who are taking part in athletics and blazing the trail for future generations. That includes the Chicago Sky, whom

Fentanyl Patches Recalled Due to Multi-Stacked Patches

February 3rd, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – Alvogen Inc. has voluntarily recalled one lot of Fentanyl transdermal patches because they may be stacked and adhered to one another inside single pouches. The affected products were manufactured by Kindeva Drug Delivery L.P. in Northridge, CA, and distributed by Alvogen Inc. as a private label distributor.

Why Lashae Gave Her Ankin Law Attorney an ‘A++’ Rating

Like many clients who come to Ankin Law, Lashae had never worked with an attorney before. But after getting hurt at work, Lashae came to us to get some help. Attorney Derek Lax and legal assistant LaToya Griffith gave that to her – and she wasn’t holding back any praise. “I have an A++ rating