Posted in Drug & Medical Devices on April 9, 2014

In one of the largest jury awards in U.S. history, the manufacturers of the diabetes treatment Actos® were ordered to pay $1.5 million in compensatory damages and $9 billion in punitive damages over hidden cancer risks. According to court documents, a federal court jury found that pharmaceutical giants Takeda and Eli Lilly acted with wanton… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on April 8, 2014

http://youtu.be/csYrvg9_U1M Ohio attorney Michael Eisner discusses what to do if you were injured in a car accident by a driver who does not have insurance or only carries very little coverage. Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a very stressful situation as you try to recover from your injuries and resolve financial… read more

Posted in Firm News on April 4, 2014

Elk & Elk personal injury attorney Phillip Kuri obtains justice for client CLEVELAND, April 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ The Ohio personal injury law firm of Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce a $39 million verdict on behalf of a deceased Ohio construction worker who lost his life in a fatal motor vehicle accident in… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on April 3, 2014

Updated 4/20/14 – What started as a health concern within Ohio State University campus has now become a community outbreak with 116 228 confirmed and probable cases of mumps in Franklin County out of 273 reports statewide. What is Mumps? Acute viral parotitis, better known as Mumps, is a viral infection found only in humans. Once a common… read more

Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on April 3, 2014

Metalworking fluids (MWFs) are used as coolants, lubricants and to remove metal particles during industrial machining and grinding operations. According to the CDC, over 1 million workers are regularly exposed to MWFs through skin contact or by breathing the mists and aerosols. Many industries utilize Metalworking Fluids, including: Automotive Medical Device Manufacturing Wire Manufacturing Aerospace… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on April 1, 2014

http://youtu.be/FjcctC7f5kQ Ohio attorney Bill Campbell discusses the most common forms of injury to residents of a nursing home or long-term care facility. It can be a very difficult time when we have to put a parent or a loved one in a nursing home. It’s stressful, emotional and can be very challenging. So, when we… read more

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices, Health & Wellness on March 28, 2014

The FDA has issued a warning that some over-the-counter weight loss pills, being sold as dietary supplements, are actually dangerous, unapproved and misbranded drugs.  Pure Edge Nutrition recently announced that it is recalling several of its products, after it was discovered the supplements contained undeclared Sibutramine or a combination of both Sibutramine and Phenolphthalein. Sibutramine, a… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on March 26, 2014

California investigators have determined that unsafe driving, not mechanical problems caused the Porsche carrying “Fast & Furious” star Paul Walker to lose control and crash, killing the actor and the vehicle’s driver. According to a report by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and California Highway Patrol, the men were travelling up to 94 mph… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on March 25, 2014

http://youtu.be/s6yI8uFLDyI Ohio attorney Art Elk explains what a contingency fee is and how it affects you in your personal injury accident or medical malpractice case. After an accident, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by all the decisions you are required to make. You may need to seek medical help, talk to insurance companies, get your… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on March 21, 2014

After the seemingly endless winter months under drab, grey skies with polar vortexes and even a “snowmageddon,” many Ohioans are giddy with delight when they see the familiar signs of spring: daffodils, robins and the NCAA Basketball playoffs. Yesterday, the Ohio Department of Transportation heralded the long-awaited arrival of spring with this Throwback Thursday tweet:… read more