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Chicago Pedestrian Deaths: The Impact of SUVs, Pickups, and Large Vehicles

The appetite for large passenger vehicles over the years has fueled a safety crisis for pedestrians on Chicago roadways. The increase in the number, size, and weight of SUVs and pickup trucks has contributed to the higher pedestrian fatality rates in recent years. Crash data shows that these vehicles are overrepresented in pedestrian deaths relative to their proportion of involvement

Anesthesia Errors & Brain Injuries: Understanding Your Legal Rights in Chicago

Complications from anesthesia during surgery can be life altering for patients. The consequences of anesthesia-related brain injuries extend far beyond the operating room, interfering with the victim’s ability to work or enjoy activities like they did before. They may require round-the-clock care from nurses or family members. They might even need special medical equipment to keep them alive. As such,
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.

When Post-Op Negligence Turns Fatal: Legal Options for Families in Chicago

When post-op negligence turns fatal, medical providers who failed to provide the expected standard of care can be held liable. This includes doctors, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and even hospitals and surgical centers. Understanding your legal options after the loss of a loved one is critical—especially if medical malpractice or wrongful death may have occurred. Families affected by fatal surgical

Shirley’s Experience with Ankin Law Was Like a Fairy Tale

There have been many ways that people have described their experience working with Ankin Law in their case. But it’s going to be hard to top the way that Shirley K. compared the work done on her behalf after she was in a car accident. “I think about the story of ‘Alice in Wonderland,” said Shirley

A Chicagoan Creating Opportunities in The Craft Brewing Industry

For years, she was someone who enjoyed a brew in one of the many establishments in Chicago. But when Mickey Bryant wanted to see a more diverse crowd in the craft brewing space, she decided to blend her passion with her profession. An instructional design & technology consultant by trade, this Chicagoan decided to begin “Black and

Ankin Law Has a New Sports Partnership in Chicago

When it comes to advertising the services of Ankin Law, we’re always enjoyed making commercials with Chicago’s athletes, teams and media outlets. In that spirit, we have a new partner as 2025 continues. We’re serving as the sponsor for CBS Chicago’s sports segments throughout the week. Led by lead sports anchor Ryan Baker, Ankin Law is