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Recall News

Nov 19, 2024

Carrot Recall Issued Over E. Coli Risk

Chicago, IL (11/18/24) - Grimmway Farms has recently recalled a batch of carrots and baby carrots due to the risk of E. coli contamination. This recall affected 19 brands across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. This recall affects their organic carrots that did not have a “best if used by” date, but were available between August 14th to October

Recall News

Nov 14, 2024

Medical King Portable Bed Rail Recall

November 14th, 2024 (Chicago, IL) - Medical King has recalled approximately 222,000 adult portable bed rails due to significant entrapment and asphyxia hazards that have resulted in one reported fatality. Chicago consumers should be aware of the bed rail recall details, safety risks, and legal options for injured victims.

Personal Injury

Nov 8, 2024

Signs of Erb’s Palsy in Infants

Signs of Erb's palsy in infants include a poor grip strength, holding the arm close to the body, and absent reflexes. The infant may also struggle to move the affected hand. One of the things that could go wrong in childbirth due to a medical provider's negligent action is an injured infant, as is the case with Erb’s palsy. You

Personal Injury

Nov 8, 2024

What Is Erb’s Palsy?

What is Erb's Palsy? Erb's Palsy is an injury that harms your baby's brachial plexus nerves, which control the sensation and movement of the arms, shoulders, and hands. This injury usually occurs during childbirth, whereby the baby's neck is overly stretched to one side, causing nerve damage.

Recall News

Nov 8, 2024

Hammond’s Waffle Cone Recall Updated

November 7th, 2024 (Chicago, IL) - On September 5th, 2024, Hammond’s Candies of Denver, Colorado recalled their 4oz bags of dark chocolate filled mini waffle cones due to undeclared milk found in the product. Recently, the FDA updated this recall to include a “class II” risk level, the second-highest risk level for recalls.

Case Results

Nov 7, 2024

Nurse Injured by Patient Will Receive Surgery and TTD

Ankin Law Office attorney, Scott Goldstein, represented a nurse who was kicked and injured by a patient in the Intensive Care Unit where she worked. In a 3-0 Commission Decision win on appeal, Goldstein was able to secure payment of medical services, back and shoulder surgery, and temporary total disability benefits. The nurse will receive

People

Nov 6, 2024

Meet LaVont’e Stewart Sr. – A Chicagoan You Should Know

Turning a negative into a positive has become his specialty and is the reason the organization he runs is even in existence. When a little league group he was involved with disbanded, LaVont’e Stewart Sr. wanted a way to continue to help the youth of the South Shore community. So he started “Lost Boyz Inc.”

Medical Malpractice

Oct 31, 2024

How Does the Standard of Care Impact Medical Malpractice Cases?

Medical malpractice cases can be complicated and lengthy due to the burden of proof necessary to validate medical negligence. Before you can file a lawsuit in civil court, Illinois law requires you to get an affidavit of merit to confirm that your case is valid and prove that the accused medical professional violated the acceptable standard of medical care for

Recall News

Oct 31, 2024

Chicago, IL – TreeHouse Foods Expands Recall to Include All Frozen Waffles and Pancakes

Chicago, IL (October 31st, 2024) - On October 22nd, 2024, TreeHouse Foods issued a voluntary expansion of their product recall to include all of their frozen pancake and waffle products due to listeria contamination. Recalled products were distributed nationwide throughout the United States and Canada.

Medical Malpractice

Oct 24, 2024

Do I need an Affidavit of Merit for Medical Malpractice Cases?

Before you can file a lawsuit against a medical professional for negligent actions in Illinois, the law requires you to get an affidavit of merit for medical malpractice. This affidavit shows proof to the court that you have consulted with another medical professional who is qualified to serve as a medical expert in your case.