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Attacked at Work, Ankin Law Had Crystal’s Back

What looked like a normal customer interaction turned wrong in a hurry – and so did the situation for Crystal. When this person took out frustration on this theatre employee, it not only caused injury to Crystal but showed her employer’s true concern for her. “They were not helping me, and it felt like there

Celebrating an International Day to Celebrate Lawyers

There are many days in which lawyers can sometimes come under some criticism, but there’s one day we don’t think about that at Ankin Law. Instead, we recall all of the wonderful people that have praised us for the work we’ve done for them in their legal case. That’s what makes International Be Kind To Lawyers Day

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.

Meet Ankin Law’s March 2025 Teacher of the Month

To find one of the best teachers in Chicagoland in March, we made our way out to Oak Lawn with WGN News. It was there we found Mr. Dale Hillegonds, who has built quite the resume at Chicago Christian Schools since he arrived in 1988. He coaches both history and science while also coaching three different sports,

Ankin Law Celebrates its 28th Anniversary

In just a little under three decades, we’ve come a long way. What started as a one-office law firm with two employees has now grown to 100 strong on three floors of a building downtown Chicago. Helping a few clients at a time has now gone to thousands per year, giving help to those in

5 Food Recalls You Should Know About

April 1st, 2025 (Chicago, IL) – When food products hit the shelves, consumers buy them under the assumption that these products are safe. They are expected to be free from contamination. However, sometimes things go awry, and our favorite meals and snacks end up containing foreign materials like wood or metal fragments, or plastic. Recently, unexpected materials have been showing

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