What happens if you lose a car accident lawsuit depends on the circumstances of the accident. First, you will not recover any compensation for losses resulting from the accident unless you appeal the decision. You would not pay attorney fees if you had a contingency fee agreement with your lawyer. You might, however, have to
Ankin Law LLC, in collaboration with Wicker Park Advisory Council, presents LAWS & PAWS, a local gathering on October 8th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Wicker Park (field next to the dog park). The event allows the Chicago community and their canine friends to learn about dog safety, the frequently overlooked legal ramifications of
People that consume prescription drugs and medications are vulnerable to suffering severe injuries or death. These deaths give rise to lawsuits involving claims of wrongful death and product liability. There are three legal theories under which people can sue a drug company for wrongful death. However, drug companies have vast financial resources, which they use to
Your lawyer may want you to go to a chiropractor after a car accident to diagnose potential underlying health issues, get you on the road to recovery, and ultimately help support your case. Often, car accidents cause injuries that may not be immediately apparent after the accident, but symptoms may manifest later, and conditions could even become
Illinois has a statute of limitations for accident claims, after which it may be too late to get a lawyer for a car accident and recover compensation from liable parties. If you’re involved in a car accident and want to seek compensation, hiring a lawyer right away helps ensure you file your claim well before the
If your workers’ compensation claim has been denied, delayed, or undervalued, one of the most powerful tools available to you as an injured worker is the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). This state-level agency reviews disputes between employees and employers or insurance carriers when there’s disagreement about a workers’ compensation claim. In Illinois and other
A putative class action is a lawsuit brought by one or more named plaintiffs on behalf of a potential group of similar individuals (known as a class) who allegedly suffered a common injury. Attorneys are seeking damages for the group rather than for a single plaintiff. What Is a Class Action Lawsuit? A class action
Ankin Law attorney, Brien DiNella was able to help a convenience store worker receive permanent partial disability benefits that were over twice the amount offered in pretrial by the store. The 26-year-old woman was working for Speedway LLC as a customer service representative when she slipped on ice near the back entrance of the store.
Due diligence is essential when looking for a lawyer to handle your slip and fall case. The legal field has many slip-and-fall lawyers who promise to provide top-quality representation. Knowing what questions to ask a slip and fall lawyer during the initial consultation maximizes your chances of finding the right fit for you and your case.
When a loved one is lost in an accident, surviving family members can obtain financial compensation by asserting a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death lawsuit is based on the Illinois Wrongful Death Act and the Illinois Survival Claim Act. Different parties can make claims for compensation under each statute. If the case settles, the distribution
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