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Howard Ankin Interview

Lawyer Howard Ankin Shares Knowledge of Legal System By: Ashmar Mandou Lawndale News Chicagou2019s Bilingual Newspaper u2013 BusinessDedicated to improving the quality of life for many residents who walk through his office, Howard Ankin of Ankin Law takes great joy in offering resolutions to tough circumstances. Ankin, a third-generation lawyer, leads a group of attorneys

Jonel Metaj Helps Twice-Injured Worker Receive Surgery [2019]

Ankin Law workers’ compensation attorney, Jonel Metaj helped an injured tire repairman secure needed surgery after being injured at work on two separate occasions. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission arbitrator ruled that Mr. Metaj’s client would receive $30,054.90 for unpaid medical bills, and 208-2/7 weeks of Temporary Total Disability payments at the rate of $455.53 per week.

Office Fall Results in Temporary Total Disability [2019]

A data entry operator who worked for the City of Chicago Department of Water Management was injured when her office chair rolled out from underneath her and she fell to the floor. She injured her back and hips and was unable to work as she sought medical treatment. Applying for disability benefits, she was represented

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.

Hernia Workers’ Compensation Settlements

Below is some information on hernia workers’ compensation settlements in Illinois. STATE OF ILLINOIS ) )SS COUNTY OF COOK ) X Affirm and adopt | Injured Workers’ Benefit Fund (§4(d)) Affirm with changes | Rate Adjustment Fund (§8(g)) Reverse | Second Injury Fund (§8(e)18) | PTD/Fatal denied Modify | X None of the above BEFORE

Degenerative Disc Disease Workers’ Compensation Settlements

Below is a copy of an arbitration decision related to degenerative disc disease workers’ compensation settlements. ILLINOIS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COMMISSIONNOTICE OF ARBITRATOR DECISION ____________________ Case #Employee/Petitioner____________________Employer/RespondentOn 8/9/2010, an arbitration decision on this case was filed with the Illinois Worker’s Compensation Commission in Chicago, a copy of which is enclosed. If the Commission reviews this award, interest of

10 Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer

There are several questions to ask a personal injury lawyer after an accident. If you have been injured in a personal injury accident, such as an auto accident, trucking accident or workplace accident, or if you have been the victim of medical malpractice, you are likely hurt, angry and confused. Victims of personal injury accidents may

Chicago Area Needlestick Injury Attorneys

A needlestick injury can have serious consequences for Chicago and greater Illinois healthcare workers. At Ankin Law, we understand these consequences and want to provide you with the information you need to know about what to do after a needlestick injury. What Is a Needlestick Injury? Needlestick injuries, also called sharps injuries, are a serious problem

Social Security Disability Qualifying Conditions

In order to receive Social Security Disability benefits, a person must have one of the Social Security disability qualifying conditions. Understanding the guidelines and qualifying conditions can be complicated. A Social Security disability lawyer can help people understand if their conditions qualify. Understanding Social Security Disability Qualifying Conditions Is Difficult To qualify for Social Security