Posted in Accident & Injury on December 6, 2017

When you think of distracted driving, what comes to mind? Most people think of talking on a cell phone or sending a text message while driving. But there are many other forms of distracted driving that can be just as dangerous.

Posted in Firm News on December 6, 2017

Local and state bar associations, the National Business Institute, and other organizations regularly host opportunities for attorneys to earn Continuing Legal Education (CLE) hours. Elk & Elk attorneys are often invited to share their extensive experience in various areas of personal injury law with their peers in the legal community at these events.

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 6, 2017

Whether we like it or not, self-driving cars are in our future. A report by BI Intelligence estimates that there will be 10 million self-driving vehicles on roads by 2020. A recent article in Scientific American highlights an important issue: Even though self-driving cars are programmed to be safe and safety tests confirm that, for… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury, Workplace Injuries and Claims on December 6, 2017

Workplace accidents and injuries are an unfortunate reality in the modern workplace. Even more unfortunate is the fact that every year in the United States, thousands of workers die in work-related accidents. Although any worker can suffer an on-the-job injury, there are certain industries that see more incidents.

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