What did the law clerks who spent their summer in our offices think of their experiences at Ankin Law? Since there are a number of them, as there have been for many years, the answers vary. Some talked about the pleasure they had getting to know and working with their attorneys on cases over the last few
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Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to resolve claims brought by dozens of states over allegations that Facebook and Instagram were designed in ways that encouraged addictive use among children and teens. Illinois could receive nearly $768 million from the settlement.
Entering law school can be an intimidating thing for a student as they begin their journey toward a career in law. From new concepts to heavy workloads and competition, it can take some getting used to. Lea Gaetto, a law clerk at Ankin Law in our personal injury department, found that out first hand in 2025. “It
One of the biggest questions asked to a lawyer in the social media age is what to do about their accounts if they get injured. It’s one that Attorney Howard Ankin of Ankin Law has gotten several times over the past few years. When he responds, he usually has three pieces of advice for people. Howard along
When a work injury caused significant injuries that changed his life, Seth M. needed Ankin Law to help get the care he deserved. More specifically, Attorney Scott Goldstein, whose 20 years of expertise came through for this client in 2026. In August 2023, Seth was pushing boxes when he tore his right biceps and ruptured
When a pedestrian is hit in a Chicago crosswalk, attention usually turns first to the driver. But driver negligence is not always the only factor. A malfunctioning pedestrian signal, poorly maintained crossing, obstructed sightline, or other problem with city-controlled infrastructure may contribute to an accident. When that happens, determining when the city is responsible for pedestrian injuries requires looking closely
You may be able to sue if you contracted Legionnaires’ disease because a property owner, building operator, maintenance company, or another responsible party failed to keep the building’s water system reasonably safe. Recent reports involving a Chicago federal court courthouse, where concerns about Legionella in the building’s water system have raised questions about exposure and responsibility, highlight how these claims
People who are incarcerated in Illinois do not lose their right to necessary medical care. If an inmate suffers serious harm because necessary medical care was denied or unreasonably delayed, a civil rights lawsuit may be possible.
Families who entrusted a loved one to South Chicago Chapel may have grounds to file a Chicago funeral home lawsuit after authorities discovered 57 bodies in various states of decomposition inside the Far South Side funeral home.
Ankin Law is investigating claims from people who developed cyclosporiasis after eating recalled iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, including lettuce served at certain Taco Bell locations. The outbreak has sickened thousands of consumers across the United States.
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