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Philip Risley Secures TTD and PPD for Injured Security Guard

After a slip and fall accident that resulted in a severe tibial fracture, a security guard was denied workers’ compensation benefits by his employer, United Security Services, Inc.. He enlisted the help of Ankin Law attorney Phil Risley who was able to secure permanent partial disability benefits, and temporary total disability benefits, along with payment

How Ankin Law helped Chicago children this holiday season

The holidays are all about sharing and giving, so naturally, Ankin Law is pretty busy the last month of the year. Attorney Howard Ankin has always made it a priority to give back to the Chicagoland area, where he both grew up and now practices law. One of the ways he did was to a South Side

Why Should You Trust Ankin Law with Your Case? Ask Our Clients

Throughout Chicagoland, you’ve certainly seen us talk about the importance of “Injury Law Made Personal” to everyone at our firm. That’s through advertisements with Attorney Howard Ankin over the air on radio television, online or various forms of transportation around the Chicago area. But if you really want proof that we take your case personally, why not

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.

FDA Issues Recall of Gold Star Distribution Inc. Products Over Unsanitary Conditions

January 6, 2026 (Chicago, IL) – Gold Star Distribution Inc., based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has issued an FDA recall of several products distributed in three states after inspections found rodent and bird contamination at its facility. According to the FDA, the unsanitary conditions included rodent feces, urine, and avian droppings in areas used to produce medical devices, human food, dietary

Meet the Final Chicagoland Teacher of The Month in 2025

Just before the end of the calendar year, we wanted to ensure that we had the opportunity to honor another outstanding Chicagoland educator in 2025. Once again, we visited Oak Lawn to find a person who is using their own personal style to connect with their students. For the second time in two years, we

How Things Looked at Ankin Law in 2025

At the end of every year, we take stock of what we’ve accomplished over the past 12 months to help our clients. It’s a way for Ankin Law to acknowledge the efforts of our employees to live up to our “Injury Law Made Personal” mantra. It starts with many early mornings from Receptionists and Intake

More Than One Doctor Can Be Liable in a Medical Malpractice Case

More than one doctor can be liable in a medical malpractice case, particularly when multiple doctors are involved in treating a patient and their collective negligence leaves the patient injured. Illinois legal doctrines, such as joint and several liability, often apply to claims involving multiple liable parties. Proving liability requires injured patients to present strong evidence.

Train Accident Lawsuits in Illinois: Legal Recourse for Victims

According to local reports, a Union Pacific freight train recently struck a landscaping truck at the Safe Street crossing just north of Locus Street in Elgin. One person died, and two others were rushed to the hospital. In the days that followed, officials added temporary stop signs and required train crews to “stop and protect” the area before crossing. These