On Sunday, August 15, 2020, Allen M had no idea his life would change forever. On this day, Allen was walking his dog on a residential street in Will County Illinois just one block from his home, when he was struck by a car and suffered catastrophic injuries. He survived the accident but was transferred from
Children who have physical and/or mental disabilities may be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSI) benefits to help with basic needs and medical expenses. An SSI lawyer can help you understand how to apply for disability for a child and what to expect as the claims process proceeds. Supplemental Security Income for Children Managed by
In Illinois, mold cases fall under the same statute of limitations as other personal injury claims or civil lawsuits, which is two years. However, there are no regulations requiring landlords to disclose high levels of mold to potential buyers or tenants. Additionally, although federal law has regulations in place for disclosing lead paint, there are no
What is insurance bad faith? It is common for insurers to deny valid claims, delay processing, offer low settlements to claimants, or fail to defend policyholders against claims. These are examples of insurance bad faith. If the insurance company practiced bad faith when processing your claim, you may be able to take legal action. Filing
An Illinois Appellate Court recently affirmed a decision by a Cook County circuit court judge holding that a workers’ compensation claim was not time-barred even though it was filed more than three years after the date of the injury. In Modern Drop Forge v. Workers’ Compensation Commission, Case No. 2012 IL App. (1st) 110539 WC-U, the
Ankin Law LLC, in collaboration with Wicker Park Advisory Council, presents LAWS & PAWS, a local gathering on April 30 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Wicker Park Field adjacent to the Wicker Park Dog Park (1425 N. Damen, Chicago, IL 60622). The event allows the Chicago community and their canine friends to
Is SSDI taxable? While some people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits may need to pay income taxes on their payments, SSDI is not taxable in most situations. If the household has additional income from a spouse or another source, however, SSDI benefits may be subject to income taxes. The uncertainty and difficulty of
A 40-year-old delivery driver who injured his back at work had his case go to arbitration where he received medical benefits, temporary partial disability, temporary total disability, and prospective medical care benefits. With the help of Ankin Law attorney Josh Rudolfi, the driver will receive $6,191.95 to pay for medical services. He will also receive
Traffic flow and defined lanes help determine who has the right of way when entering a parking lot. Drivers in the primary lanes or driving around the parking lot typically have the right of way. However, the rules for right of way will depend on the circumstances and the area of the parking lot. Drivers
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