If you suffered a personal injury, whether due to a car accident, sip and fall accident, medical malpractice, or other reason, it’s important to file a personal injury claim as soon as possible. The statute of limitations in Illinois sets a limit for how much time you have to file a claim after your injury.

If you’re not sure whether the statute of limitations has passed, or if you’d like to file a claim, contact Ankin Law at 312-600-0000. An experienced attorney can ensure your claim gets filed before the statute of limitations passes, and explore your options if it…
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Chicago, IL (April 19, 2024) – On Friday, three people were injured in a collision involving a Chicago police cruiser vehicle.

The collision occurred in the 6300 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue in West Woodlawn. According to officers with the Chicago Police Department, the detective’s car collided with a red Kia. CPD reported that one officer, a 31-year-old woman, and a 64-year-old woman in the other vehicle were transported to the University of Chicago Hospital for treatment.

One other person of unidentified age was also taken to a local medical center. Their current conditions are unknown, but police say…
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Was your injury or illness caused by medical malpractice? You may qualify to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for damages. Who can be held liable for medical malpractice depends on Illinois laws and the sequence of events. Medical institutions and various types of medical professionals can be held liable for your damages.

Who Can Be Held Liable for Medical Malpractice in Illinois?

In Illinois, medical professionals take an oath to protect their patients from harm by providing proper medical care. Medical institutions and practitioners are held to strict health and safety standards for providing services to patients. Medical practitioners…
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Joliet, IL (April 17, 2024) – One person was killed, and four others were injured in a three-car crash in the Joliet area on Thursday night, Illinois State Police said.

Police said a Volkswagen Jetta sedan and a Chevrolet Silverado truck were heading north on IL-53 when a Cadillac sedan traveling south collided with both vehicles ahead of Louis Road. Officers said that the Volkswagen and the Chevrolet had struck the Cadillac. The driver of the Cadillac was pronounced dead, police added. Four other people were injured and transported to area hospitals. Further details were not immediately available, but an…
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Chicago, IL (April 17, 2024) – On Monday, just outside Fenger High School, Chicago Police Department officers responded to the scene of a hit-and-run that left a student severely injured.

The collision occurred just as students were dismissed from class for the day. The 15-year-old boy was struck by the driver of a black Chevrolet Monte Carlo while crossing the street near 112th Street and Wallace Street, according to investigators. The driver fled the scene without stopping to administer assistance. As of now, the victim’s condition at Comer Children’s Hospital is critical. CPD officers continue to investigate in the meantime,…
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Chicago, IL (April 16, 2024) – Two individuals were killed, and one was injured in a collision that occurred on I-57 on Tuesday morning.

Traffic was backed up and extended down to the 147th Street stretch of highway. The Illinois State Police diverted traffic to 159th and closed all northbound lanes. It is unknown what caused the collision, but paramedics at least rushed one person to a local hospital. Officers with the Chicago Police Department are investigating the collision and asked any witnesses to come forward. No further details have been provided in the interim.

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Chicago, IL (April 15, 2024) – A Sunday night collision in the Bridgeport area resulted in four injuries, one of which was critical.

Chicago police say that just before 10:00 p.m., a 27-year-old woman driving a gray sedan failed to stop at a red light and collided with a Jeep in the 700 block of West 26th Street. The sedan also collided with another passenger vehicle shortly thereafter.

Four female victims of unknown age were transported to Stroger and Rush Hospitals by paramedics. One of the victims was listed in critical condition, and the injuries sustained by the others were…
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If you or your loved one has suffered a work-related injury in Illinois, you’ll need to know how to file a workers’ compensation claim in Chicago. After sustaining a workplace injury, you should formally notify your employer of the injury to begin the workers’ compensation claims process, seek medical attention immediately to provide important proof for your claim, and meet the applicable deadlines. Familiarity with the Illinois workers’ compensation laws and the appropriate process of filing a claim is essential to receiving your benefits, which have an impact on your financial security.

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If you were the victim of a car accident caused by a reckless driver, you may be eligible for punitive damages, in addition to other economic damages. Punitive damages go beyond covering the costs of your medical bills and other injuries.

An attorney can examine your case and determine whether you can pursue punitive damages. Call Ankin Law at 312-600-0000 to file your claim and to learn the difference between compensatory vs. punitive damages.

What Is the Difference Between Compensatory and Punitive Damages in Illinois?

There are two main categories of damages that are recoverable after a personal injury claim.
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Knowing what to do after an accident at work increases the chances of a successful workers’ compensation claim. Taking appropriate steps after a workplace accident in Chicago, Illinois, allows you to document the incident and compile adequate evidence to build a strong case. It also protects your health. These steps include reporting the incident to your employer, documenting the incident, getting medical assistance, and ensuring reports are submitted to the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC).

Seasoned workers’ compensation lawyers are conversant with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act and have successfully represented clients with workplace injuries. Your lawyers will handle all…
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Is a car accident a personal injury? Car accidents in Chicago, Illinois, fall under the personal injury category of law. Personal injury is a general legal term for bodily injuries and psychological injuries you suffer due to someone else’s negligence. You may be eligible to pursue compensation for the financial and non-financial losses resulting from a car accident caused by another person’s negligence. You can recover compensation for your losses through either a car insurance settlement or an injury lawsuit.

Contact Ankin Law at 312-600-0000 if you or a loved one was injured in a car accident.

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Social Security Disability benefits are only available to people who cannot perform gainful work. In 2015, people earning over $1,090 per month cannot receive SSD benefits, as any disability lawyer in Chicago can attest. Due to this requirement, covering regular monthly costs may be a challenge for many SSD beneficiaries. The following measures can help beneficiaries reduce their expenses and create a reasonable disability budget.

1. Reduce general expenses

SSD beneficiaries should make monthly budgets that account for all income and necessary expenses. These expenses include housing, utilities, insurance, food, gas and savings. Then, beneficiaries can determine whether they need…
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Seniors across America are sitting down this week to determine how the recent decision not to raise Social Security Disability payments in 2016 will affect their monthly budgets. This is only the third time in the past 40 years that the government has decided not to provide a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, to beneficiaries. The other two years when the COLA remained flat were 2010 and 2011. With over one-fifth of Americans receiving social security payments, this decision will have a considerable impact on the economy.

The decision to grant a COLA is tied to the Consumer Price Index from…
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