Posted in Firm News on November 25, 2017

Elk & Elk attorney William Price will share his extensive experience in auto injury litigation and help others gain a better understanding of effective strategies for working with insurance companies at an upcoming National Business Institute live seminar in Worthington.

Posted in Accident & Injury on November 20, 2017

Many people rely on medicine to keep them healthy. But when taken improperly, medications can have serious and potentially deadly effects. This is especially true in the case of children, who may access medications that are not properly stored.

Posted in Accident & Injury on November 14, 2017

Holiday 2017 shopping season is just around the corner. In the coming weeks, millions of Americans will be out and about shopping. Many of those individuals will be shopping at big box stores like Walmart, Target, Ikea, and others. 

Posted in Accident & Injury on November 9, 2017

Most people are aware of the safety benefits of seat belt use, yet many choose to forego seat belt use while driving or riding in a car. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), seat belt use is one of the most effective ways to prevent injuries and save lives in a… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on November 6, 2017

There is no one cause of the opioid epidemic, which is hitting Ohio especially hard. The issue is very complex. However, we know that many people become addicted to opioids after being prescribed painkillers. The prescription drugs hydrocodone and oxycodone can be gateway drugs to heroin and fentanyl, among others. 

Posted in Medical Malpractice on November 3, 2017

Whether you’re switching to a new doctor or concerned about the care you or a loved one received, complete and accurate medical records play a crucial role in the health care process. A new definition of these files, proposed by House Bill 172, threatens to give hospitals the power to decide what is, or is… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury, Firm News, Probate & Estate Planning on October 27, 2017

Elk & Elk attorneys Amy L. Papesh and William J. Price will share their extensive experience in the area of wrongful death litigation at an upcoming National Business Institute live seminar in Cleveland. NBI’s “Wrongful Death Litigation: Start-to-Finish” takes place on Thursday, November 30, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the CMBA Conference Center…. read more

Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on October 26, 2017

When an individual gets injured on the job, many questions may come to mind: Do I need a workers’ compensation attorney? Can I handle this on my own? At what point should I hire an attorney?

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 24, 2017

Side underride accidents result in some of the most devastating injuries imaginable. These accidents can essentially shave the roof off of a car. This can result in the decapitation of the driver and passenger(s). Those who survive often suffer incapacitating injuries to the head, brain, neck, and spinal cord. Unfortunately, trucks are not required to… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice on October 16, 2017

A new report by the Ohio Health Department reveals that the infant mortality rate rose slightly in 2016 when compared to the previous year.  In 2016, 1,024 babies died within their first year of life: That’s 19 more than in 2015.