Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chicago Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation Lawyers
For over 45 years, Sheldon I. Minkow & Associates, P.C. have dedicated our practice to advocating for individuals affected by personal injuries and workplace accidents. Our firm prioritizes personalized legal representation, ensuring clients receive compassionate support while navigating complex legal processes. With deep roots in the Chicago community, we offer multilingual services in English, Spanish, and Polish to better serve diverse client needs. Our attorneys, Sheldon Minkow and Andrew Domin, bring decades of combined experience in litigation, arbitration, and trial work, specializing in motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, and wrongful death cases. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless we secure a favorable outcome. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful settlements and trials across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, promptly addressing client inquiries and providing regular case updates. Our team's extensive knowledge of state-specific regulations ensures tailored legal strategies for each case. Recognized for our community involvement, we actively educate immigrant populations about workplace rights and legal protections. With offices in Chicago and surrounding areas, we remain accessible to clients throughout the Midwest region.
Services
Personal Injury
Workers' Compensation
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Social Security Disability
Motorcycle Accidents
Mass Transit Injuries
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of combined experience in personal injury and workers' compensation law
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention with multilingual support in English, Spanish, and Polish
- We operate on a contingency fee basis - no recovery, no fee
- Our firm maintains a proven track record of successful settlements and trials
- We provide community education on workplace rights and legal protections
What people say
Highly recommended
Super personable
Dedicated and caring
Great communication
Best in Chicagoland
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice handles cases resulting from auto accidents, slip and falls, and nursing home neglect. We advocate for clients' rights to fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience, we navigate complex legal processes to ensure maximum recovery for our clients.
Workers' Compensation
We specialize in securing workers' compensation benefits for job-related injuries. Our attorneys ensure proper claim approval and timely payment of medical expenses and lost wages. We represent clients in hearings and appeals, fighting against insurance company denials while providing compassionate support throughout recovery.
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice team investigates cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and birth injuries. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for additional medical treatment, long-term care, and emotional distress. Our attorneys have recovered millions for victims of preventable medical errors.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate representation for families who lost loved ones due to negligence. Our attorneys handle claims involving fatal car accidents, workplace incidents, and medical malpractice. We pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages while allowing families time to grieve without financial stress.
Social Security Disability
We assist clients with Social Security Disability Insurance applications and appeals. Our team guides clients through medical documentation requirements and represents them at hearings. We specialize in cases where injuries prevent returning to previous employment, ensuring access to critical financial support during recovery.
People
Sheldon Minkow
Attorney
Sheldon Minkow has practiced personal injury law since 1980, specializing in workers' compensation and accident claims. He graduated from Drake University Law School and Lake Forest College, where he received academic and athletic honors. With memberships in multiple bar associations, he represents clients across the Midwest.
Andrew Domin
Attorney
Andrew Domin, a Polish-American attorney, focuses on workers' compensation and personal injury cases. He earned his law degree from Loyola University Chicago and has served on the Illinois Workers Compensation Lawyers Association board. Fluent in Polish, he advocates for immigrant communities and has secured record settlements in Illinois.
Questions
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all personal injury and workers' compensation cases.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Northwest Indiana.
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and Social Security disability cases.
How are your fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Can I speak with an attorney in Polish?
Yes, attorney Andrew Domin provides services in both English and Polish.
What happens if my workers' comp claim gets denied?
We'll appeal the decision and represent you at hearings to fight for your rightful benefits.