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...

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...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 3, 2017

Distracted driving is a threat to all motorists. In Ohio, distracted driving caused or contributed to 14,000 accidents in 2016. But despite the known dangers, many people continue to use a phone and otherwise multitask while they are driving. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 28, 2017

The new iOS 11 update on the Apple iPhone contains a safety feature that could prevent accidents and save lives. The Do Not Disturb While Driving feature has been added to the latest update. It works by blocking text messages and phone calls while the device’s owner is driving. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 27, 2017

Nobody wants to hit a deer on the road, but such accidents are far more common than you think. According to the Federal Highway Administration, there may be between one and two million animal-vehicle collisions (AVCs) per year in the U.S. Other estimates hint at more than $1 billion in property damage and more...

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 22, 2017

Taking an Uber or Lyft is a convenient way to get from point A to point B without using your personal vehicle or public transportation. Because there is no concern about parking, and the cost can even be lower than traditional taxi or limousine options, Uber, Lyft and similar services have quickly become popular....

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 18, 2017

Hay rides, corn mazes, haunted corn fields, apple picking, and similar events are very popular in the fall. For many families, a visit to a farm is the quintessential fall experience. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 6, 2017

Everyone knows the number to call in a serious emergency: 911. But what happens if you are in a situation where you simply can’t call or if the phone lines at emergency services are backed up? What about texting? If you could send a text message to emergency services, it could save time and...

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 28, 2017

Labor Day is just around the corner. For many individuals and families, it means planning one last summer outing. Many motorists will be hitting the road, enjoying the last 3-day weekend of the summer. In 2016, Labor Day was September 6th. According to the Ohio Department Of Public Safety, there were more injuries and...

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 24, 2017

When a motor vehicle accident happens, victims may be in a state of shock. They are probably not thinking about what they should and shouldn’t do from a legal and insurance perspective – they are just reacting. (more…)