Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident on January 17, 2022

2021 Total Traffic Fatalities in Ohio* 1,242 Leading Causes of Fatal Crashes OVI-Related: 52.4% Speeding: 28.9% Failure to Yield: 11.9% Distracted: 2.9% Deer: 0.9% Counties with the Most Crash Fatalities Cuyahoga County had the highest amount of fatal crashes in 2021, followed by Franklin and Hamilton Counties. Cuyahoga: 121 Franklin: 117 Hamilton: 65 Montgomery:...

Posted in Health & Wellness on January 12, 2022

January is designated as National Birth Defect Awareness Month. Every year, nearly 120,000 babies are born with a congenital disability. This month is dedicated to learning how to prevent birth defects before and during pregnancy and that children born with one can still maintain a full life. What is a Birth Defect? Birth defects...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 5, 2022

As cold weather and winter storms approach, it is important to be prepared for any situation. In 2020, winter storms caused $1.1 billion in insured losses. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to predict winter weather, so preparations must be made for yourself and others. Here are tips for staying safe in both indoor and...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on December 23, 2021

Traveling to see friends and family during the holidays can be exciting, but what happens when you get into a car accident out of state? We have created a guide to better understand what to do if this occurs.    Steps to take after an out-of-state car accident:  1. Call the police  It is essential to contact the authorities...

Posted in Leisure on December 14, 2021

The holidays are the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends while making memories each year. We made a list of holiday events around Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati that everyone will enjoy. Cleveland A Garden Holiday 11030 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106 Explore the decorated trees and gingerbread houses throughout the...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on December 9, 2021

As of December 2021, there have been over 54,000 car accidents with nearly 1,300 fatalities in Ohio. Let’s take a look at the common causes that contributed to car accidents over the past year. Distracted Driving Distracted driving is anything that takes the driver’s focus away while they are operating a vehicle, such as:...

Posted in Community Outreach on November 30, 2021

Managing Partner Jay Kelley joined the Mark Nolan Show Tuesday morning for the first Majic 105.7 Cleveland Radiothon benefiting Cleveland Clinic Children’s. After Elk + Elk donated $2,500, Jay promised to match the next ten $100 donations that came in. The Radiothon is running from 6 am – 6 pm. All of the money...

Posted in Health & Wellness on November 18, 2021

At the beginning of 2020, 41-42% of people have admitted delaying care or avoiding going to the doctor. Telemedicine has made it possible to gain treatment virtually with the comfort of staying home. What is Telemedicine? Telemedicine is the process of receiving medical attention using technology. The three types of telemedicine are: Store-and-Forward Telemedicine...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on November 10, 2021

November 7-14, 2021, is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. Though it may seem like driving while tired is not dangerous, it causes more than 100,000 crashes and around 700 deaths every year. Over 50% of drivers have admitted to getting behind the wheel when extremely tired, which can be just as dangerous as driving intoxicated....

Posted in Probate & Estate Planning on November 8, 2021

Elk + Elk attorney Amy Papesh will provide valuable insights at several upcoming National Business Institute online seminars. The seminars will cover the most effective estate planning procedures and strategies, drafting wills and trusts in Ohio, and drafting better estate planning documents. Ohio Estate Administration From Start to Finish: A Step-By-Step Guide to Estate...