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Motor Vehicle Accidents

Jun 6, 2025

Injured in an Uber or Lyft in Chicago? Don’t Count on Them to Help You

If you become injured in an Uber or Lyft in Chicago, the rideshare company is unlikely to go out of its way to help you. Uber and Lyft drivers are independent contractors, which may limit the rideshare’s liability. The insurance policy that applies in an accident may vary as well. Meanwhile, some accidents involve multiple passengers seeking compensation. This means

Recall News

Jun 5, 2025

Amneal Recalls Antibiotic Tablets Due to Microbial Contamination

June 5th, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – Amneal Pharmaceutical LLC has issued a nationwide recall of three batches of Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim tablets. These oral antibiotics are used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. They’re often taken in combination with each other. According to a product quality complaint, they may have black spots on them due to microbial contamination. The

Case Results, Client Stories

Jun 4, 2025

Ankin Law Got ‘Justice’ for 2 Parents After the Death of Their Son

What was supposed to be the happiest time of their lives turned into a nightmare for two parents in November 2022. Mariah and Francisco were expecting their first child, a son, but errors during the delivery by the health care provider led to his death ten hours after birth. “It’s something that nobody should have

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.

Case Results, Workers' Compensation

Jun 1, 2025

Semi-Truck Driver Awarded Knee Surgeries and Cervical Treatment in Arbitration

Thanks to Ankin Law attorney Josh Rudolfi, a truck driver with an injured spine and two injured knees was awarded a favorable settlement in arbitration. The arbitrator found that the driver, whose semi-truck was broadsided at an intersection, is entitled to receive much needed bilateral knee surgeries and cervical medial branch blocks. Rudolfi was also

Motor Vehicle Accidents

May 31, 2025

How Chicago’s Potholes Put Motorcyclists at Risk, and What Riders Can Do

Motorcyclists face increased danger on the road because they don't have the protective barriers that cars and trucks do. While it's easy to point fingers at careless drivers for crashes, poor road conditions also contribute to incidents involving motorcycles. Potholes put motorcyclists at risk, leading to loss of control, damage to the bike, and decreased traction.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

May 31, 2025

Baby Formula Linked to Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Chicago

Research has strongly linked cow’s milk-based baby formulas with necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in premature babies. NEC is a severe intestinal disease that could lead to necrosis, bowel perforation, and death. Reports of baby formula linked to necrotizing enterocolitis have led to parents taking legal action against formula manufacturers, with some cases resulting in significant settlements and verdicts.

Recall News

May 30, 2025

Infant Swings Deemed Dangerous Due to Suffocation Risk

May 30th, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – Various brands of infant swings deemed dangerous by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) are raising serious safety concerns for parents nationwide. The swings are under fire because they violate the Safe Sleep for Babies Act, fail to include mandatory safety warnings, and contain button cell batteries without proper hazard disclosures.

Workers' Compensation

May 30, 2025

Chicago Workers: How Employer Misclassification Can Deny You Workers’ Comp Benefits

When an employer misclassifies an employee as an independent contractor, the employee may be unable to recover from a work injury due to a workers' compensation claim denial. If your employer has misclassified you as a contractor following a work-related injury, you may be able to resolve the issue with the help of an attorney.

Mass Torts & Class Actions

May 30, 2025

Legionnaires’ Disease in Nursing Homes?: Here’s What You Should Know

Legionnaires’ disease in nursing homes can prove deadly, especially since senior citizens are vulnerable to infection and have weaker immune systems. Unfortunately, nursing homes do not always take the steps they should to protect residents in Chicago. This neglect may result in people becoming seriously sick or dying.