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Do Personal Injury Lawyers Go to court?

Many people with an injury caused by another person’s negligence often ask, “Do personal injury lawyers go to court?” Most personal injury lawyers in Chicago, Illinois, do not go to court, as up to 95% of injury cases get resolved through an insurance settlement process. In fact, most cases reach a settlement before a lawsuit

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How Does Personal Injury Law Work?

Many people injured due to someone else's negligence wonder, “How does personal injury law work?” You can use personal injury law in Chicago, Illinois, to get the negligent party to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and even pain and suffering. However, you will need to prove four things: the party owed you a duty of care, the party
How Does Personal Injury Law Work. how a personal injury lawsuit works

Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death Caused by a DUI Crash?

Knowing who can sue for wrongful death can help ensure your rights are protected after a tragedy. If an accident involving driving under the influence (DUI) results in the death of another driver, vehicle occupant, or pedestrian, the families of the deceased can file a wrongful death claim against the offending driver in Illinois.
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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.

How to Dispute a Homeowner’s Insurance Claim Denial

A homeowners insurance claim denial can happen when insurance companies decide to not provide coverage for your damaged home. Insurance companies may have their own reasons to deny homeowners insurance claims. Homeowners insurance companies often deny claims based on whether they are covered by the insurance policy and the level of insurance the homeowner has.
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Howard talks on the recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling on uninsured motorist coverage in favor of our client, Carmen Galarza.

Illinois attorney, Howard Ankin discusses the recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling in favor of an Ankin Law client regarding uninsured motorist coverage . The case centered on whether drivers in Illinois can use their own insurance to pay for injuries caused by an uninsured motorist. If you’ve been in an accident with an uninsured motorist

Ayo Dosunmu

Ayo Dosunmu, the 6’5″ shooting guard for the Chicago Bulls talks about growing up in Chicago, playing college basketball at the University of Illinois, and being drafted by his hometown team. Ayo knows that if you’re hurt at work or in a car accident the right play is to call Ankin Law at 312-600-0000.

What Is Medical Malpractice?

What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a patient suffers illness, injury, or death due to improper treatment provided by a medical professional, hospital, or clinic that is responsible for the patient's care. Under established medical standards, hospitals and medical professionals owe their patients a certain duty of care that protects them from harm while under their care.
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Oral Sodium Phosphate Attorney

Oral Sodium Phosphate (OSP), a laxative used in connection with a colonoscopy, has been associated with kidney damage and kidney failure, especially in patients over the age of 55. The Chicago unsafe pharmaceutical attorneys at Ankin Law, LLC have significant experience representing clients in product liability lawsuits, including class action cases and unsafe pharmaceutical litigation. If you or someone

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