Posted in Firm News on November 6, 2020

U.S. News – Best Lawyers® announced the Eleventh Edition of the annual “Best Law Firms” rankings. Elk & Elk was named a Tier 1 firm in Cleveland for Medical Malpractice Law by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in 2021. Organizations with a tiered ranking demonstrate a unique combination of quality law...

Posted in In the news on November 4, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. President Trump Vows to Take Election Battle to Supreme Court Law360 – In an early morning press conference, President Donald Trump stated his plans to challenge the results of the presidential election at the U.S. Supreme Court. Trump declared victory in the election while...

Posted in In the news on October 27, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. 45 Missing Children Recovered in Ohio’s ‘Operation Autumn Hope’ USA Today – Law enforcement agencies across Ohio collaborated during a monthlong investigation, termed “Operation Autumn Hope,” leading to 179 arrests and the recovery of 45 missing children. In total, 109 human trafficking victims were...

Posted in Automobile, In the news, Product Liability, Product Recall on October 27, 2020

The latest American Association for Justice News Brief covers important product safety news. Marijuana Carries Many Health Risks Similar to Tobacco New York Times – Research suggests that smoking marijuana carries many of the same cardiovascular health hazards as smoking tobacco. “Many people think that they have a free pass to smoke marijuana,” Dr....

Posted in Health & Wellness, Leisure on October 22, 2020

Halloween is going to be a little different this year. With a lot of cities throughout Ohio canceling trick-or-treat, make the most of it with your own celebration at home. Check out 7 ways to have a bit of fun this holiday, no masks required. Make a Spooky Fort Have a Dance Party Carve...

Posted in In the news, Product Liability, Product Recall on October 20, 2020

The latest American Association for Justice News Brief covers important product safety news. Battery Fires in Electric Cars Automotive News – General Motors, Ford, Hyundai and BMW have had several electric car fires in the past week. Approximately 171,500 electric vehicle (EV) fires took place annually in the US over a recent three-year period,...

Posted in In the news on October 20, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Odell Beckham Jr. and Drake Involved in Lawsuit Yahoo News – A man named Bennett Sipes is suing rapper Drake, Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and Kourtney Kardashian’s ex-boyfriend Younes Bendjima over an alleged assault. The incident occurred outside of an L.A. nightclub...

Posted in In the news on October 13, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Notes From Amy Coney Barrett’s Confirmation Hearing Reuters – Amy Coney Barrett said on Tuesday at her U.S. Senate confirmation hearing that she is not hostile to the Affordable Care Act. The conservative federal appellate judge declined to specify whether she believes landmark rulings...

Posted in In the news on October 8, 2020

The list below provides information about certain recalls of FDA-regulated products. Food and Beverage Whole cantaloupe, select cut cantaloupe fruit trays and bowls Company name: Meijer Brand name: Kandy Brand, Meijer Brand Recall reason: Salmonella Remedy: Consumers who have purchased this product should throw it away or return the product to the nearest Meijer...

Posted in In the news on October 7, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Amazon Not Liable for Local Teen’s Death Medina Gazette – The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Thursday that Ohio product liability law does not extend to an online marketplace like Amazon.com. In their unanimous decision, justices ruled that Amazon is not defined as a “supplier”...