Safety tips

You bought the car seat, followed the installation instructions, and made sure your child was buckled in. But is the seat installed correctly? Even small installation mistakes can affect how well a child safety seat protects your little one in a crash. Fortunately, parents in Chicago and throughout Illinois can find certified professionals who can

If your Chicago home has a garage facing an alley, there’s one simple safety precaution you may be overlooking. Displaying your house number on your garage can help firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency responders find your property faster when every second counts. Attorney Howard Ankin and Battalion Chief Nick Steker of the Franklin Park Fire

Working smoke alarms can give your family the warning needed to escape a house fire. But not every Illinois household has reliable smoke alarms, and some residents may not realize they qualify for free replacements. Attorney Howard Ankin recently spoke with Battalion Chief Nick Steker of the Franklin Park Fire Department about a program helping

Lithium-ion batteries power everything from cell phones and laptops to electric scooters and e-bikes. They’re convenient, but improper charging, damaged batteries, and incompatible equipment can create serious fire hazards. When these batteries fail, the results can be devastating. Attorney Howard Ankin recently joined Battalion Chief Nick Steker of the Franklin Park Fire Department to demonstrate