Posted in Accident & Injury on March 8, 2018

Highway and traffic safety should be a major concern for drivers in Ohio. Safety conditions in the U.S. are lacking compared to those in other developed nations, and what’s even worse is that traffic fatalities are on the rise. In fact, 2016 saw a 5.6 percent increase over the previous year with the deaths of… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on March 6, 2018

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable people in a traffic accident. Without the protection of a car, airbags or seatbelts, people on foot can suffer catastrophic injuries if they are hit by a motor vehicle. Unfortunately, the threat to pedestrians’ safety is not getting any better. In fact, according to recent statistics, for the second… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on February 26, 2018

When it comes to distracted driving, many people think that they are the exception to the rule: That they can safely text while driving, talk on a cell phone while driving, and engage in other forms of distracted driving. But this is dangerous thinking: No one is truly safe while distracted driving.

Posted in Health & Wellness on February 23, 2018

In emergency situations, it is comforting to know that help is just a phone call away. Now, it’s easier than ever for many smartphone users to do this. A new feature on iPhone, part of the iOS 11 update, allows users to easily and discreetly contact emergency services.

Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on February 22, 2018

After having Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) premiums automatically deducted from each paycheck, many Ohio residents are surprised to discover how difficult it is to get a decision on collecting disability benefits, despite a diagnosed qualifying medical condition. According to an exposé printed in the Cleveland Plain Dealer, thousands of Ohio workers who have applied for… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on February 20, 2018

Have you ever driven while you were really tired? Most people will answer yes to this question. Despite how commonly it occurs, drowsy driving is not safe. In fact, recent reports show that drowsy driving is actually much more dangerous than previously thought.

Posted in Probate & Estate Planning on February 16, 2018

Elk & Elk attorney Amy Papesh will share her extensive experience in probate and asset management at an upcoming National Business Institute live seminar in Akron. NBI’s “PROBATE: Everything You Need to Know.” takes place on Thursday, March 8, and Friday, March 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. at Doubletree Hotel Akron – Fairlawn…. read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on February 1, 2018

The process of gathering medical records can be overwhelming, to say the least. It brings to mind piles of paperwork and significant time spent gathering information from clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and medical providers. Fortunately, advances in technology are making this process more streamlined – and much easier for consumers. A recent technological advancement on Apple’s… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on January 31, 2018

Placing a loved one in a nursing home is never an easy decision, but family members may feel relieved knowing that their loved one is safe and secure. Unfortunately, bad things can happen to residents in nursing homes. Abuse, neglect or sexual assault of residents is, sadly, not uncommon. Worse, in some nursing homes, the… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on January 29, 2018

Firefighters have dangerous jobs – in more ways than one. Researchers from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health found that firefighters have a higher-than-average risk of developing cancer. A total of 30,000 firefighters were involved in the study. Researchers found that firefighters were more likely to be diagnosed with respiratory, digestive and urinary… read more