Knowing both the “what” and the “who”

to help our clients

 “I'm proud of the vast

network of professionals we leverage to help make our clients whole."  

- Attorney Howard Ankin

The popular adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” is not only important in business, but it can also be imperative in achieving the best possible outcome in a client's case. At Ankin Law, we provide our clients both the “what” and the “who”.

Many of our attorneys were top students in law school, started out as law clerks, and learned to practice law by working alongside some of the best personal injury and workers’ compensation attorneys in the state. Thousands of successful client settlements,

Verdicts, referrals, and 5-Star Google reviews are evidence that make the “what you know” at Ankin Law second to none.

Regarding the second half of the adage “who you know,” our job is to help make our clients whole again physically, emotionally, and financially through multiple means of recovery. To prove a legal case theory, we may seek the assistance of doctors, specialists, engineers, or experts to create an accident reconstruction. And if a case is out of state, we can call on a vast network of referring attorneys across the US.

Networking in law isn’t about favors – it’s about forming a web of trusted professionals who make you better at helping your clients. The physical, emotional, and financial impact of an injury doesn’t live in a vacuum, and neither should our approach to settle or litigate

a case to get our clients the compensation they deserve.

In the practice of law, what you know can often provide everything needed to win or settle a case. It’s that 5% to 10% of cases where connections can shape an outcome. Connections don’t just strengthen our cases; they improve our clients’ chances at a full recovery.

If I were seeking an attorney to represent me, I’d pay close attention to both the what and the who. A deep understanding of law and a wide network of connections is a winning combination.

A hockey injury dashed his athletic dreams in his teenage years, but from that came a passion that everyone in Chicago enjoys. You’ve probably seen his photos on social media and even a few billboards around town. That’s the art of Barry Butler, one of our “Chicagoans You Should Know,”

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Soup burn cases

Ankin Law is actively seeking individuals injured due to instant soup burns. Lawsuits focus on the design of instant soup cups, alleging they are unstable and prone to tipping due to the tall, narrow design of the cups, leading to severe burns from the hot liquid. These incidents often involve children, who may be more susceptible to these types of injuries due to their thinner skin and tendency to spill the hot contents accidentally. It is also being argued that the product packaging lacks sufficient warnings about the burn risk, especially for children. Injuries sustained from the scalding hot soup include pain and suffering, scarring, emotional distress, and the potential need for reconstructive surgeries. 

Presently there are 3 main criteria we are screening for:

1 .Statute Of Limitations. For minors, this period is more extended than for adults, as it generally does not start until the minor turns 18, after which the SOL period applicable to personal injury claims in the state where the injury occurred will be added. For example, in Illinois, it would be 2 years after the minor’s 18th birthday. For adults, the SOL would be 2 years from the date of the incident for Illinois. 

2. Serious injury. Generally, we are looking for 2d and/or 3rd-degree burns that require significant treatment, ie skin grafts, multiple debridements etc, and likely or actual permanent injury/scarring

3. Ability to prove. Identify the manufacturer and/or seller of the product. IE, pictures of the product, store receipt, correspondence with the manufacturer or seller etc.  

Who Can Be Held Liable for Noodle Soup Burns?

Depending on the circumstances of your case, multiple parties may be held liable, including:

• The Manufacturer. The company that designed and produced the instant soup may be responsible for a defective product. Widely sold brands include Nissin Cup Noodles, Maruchan, Campbell’s Hearty Noodles, and Nongshim. 

• Retailers. If a store sold a dangerously designed or defective product, they might share liability.

• Distributors. Companies that distribute or market the product may also be held accountable

You may be eligible for compensation if you or someone you know has experienced burn injuries due to an instant soup spill. To explore your legal options and participate in holding these companies accountable, contact Ankin Law for a confidential consultation at 312.600.0000.

Ankin Law is a proud supporter of Race Judicata

For over 25 years, Ankin Law has participated in Race Judicata, a 5K race to benefit Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, the largest legal pro bono in the state, providing free legal services to people across Illinois. Over 4000 attorneys and support staff participate in Race Judicata every year, representing firms across Chicago land.

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