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. (more…)

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,...

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. (more…)

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. (more…)

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.  (more…)

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...

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…)