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...

Posted in Automobile, Consumer Protection on November 2, 2021

Whether you’re driving across the country or just down the road, it’s important to have a few items in your car for any unexpected situations. Below is a list of essential items to keep in your vehicle at all times. Jumper Cables/Portable Jump Box A car battery can die at any point without warning,...

Posted in Leisure on October 28, 2021

With Halloween the same day as Football Sunday, tailgating will be essential. Below are 6 ideas on how to make a tailgate more festive this weekend! 1. Trunk Or Treat Image Source: The Pioneer Woman Decking out the car for a trunk or treat during a tailgate is perfect for Halloween. Check out the...

Posted in Firm News on October 27, 2021

Elk + Elk managing partner Jay M. Kelley will share his extensive experience at the upcoming Ohio Association for Justice 2021 Winter Convention in Cleveland. OAJ’s Convention is Wednesday, November 3 through Friday, November 5 at Hilton: Cleveland Downtown. It will begin with an opening party on Wednesday and seminars Thursday and Friday. The two… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on October 21, 2021

As a teenager, getting a driver’s license brings a new sense of freedom. They don’t have to rely on others for rides and can drive to any destination they want. With this freedom comes a new form of responsibility on the road. Within the first year of having their license, teens are 10 times...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 18, 2021

October 18-22, 2021, is School Bus Safety Week. Every day, more than 25 million children ride the bus to and from school. While this week focuses on sharing the road with school buses, it is important to touch on how to teach children about being safe while going to school.   Tips for Parents...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 15, 2021

2021 Update. Once found almost exclusively in Europe, today, there are more than 7,000 roundabouts on our nation’s roadways. The United States first roundabouts were constructed over a century ago. What is a roundabout? A modern roundabout is a circular intersection where drivers travel counterclockwise around a center island. They are a replacement for traffic… read more