Posted in Accident & Injury on November 12, 2018

By William J. Price The aftermath of an accident can be chaotic, and it’s easy to become distracted by everything going on at the scene. While anyone who was injured should seek immediate medical attention, it’s also critical to be sure a family member or friend is taking photos and videos to document the...

Posted in Firm News on November 6, 2018

Elk & Elk attorneys are often invited to share their extensive experience in personal injury law and related subjects at local seminars and continuing legal education programs. Join members of our team at these upcoming events: (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 29, 2018

By William J. Price One of the biggest concerns for someone who has been seriously injured in an accident is if and when they’ll be able to return to work. As the weeks go by and the bills pile up, the stress of not knowing when you’ll earn your next paycheck can make it...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 15, 2018

By William J. Price After you’ve suffered a serious injury, it can be hard to get your mind off the future. Will you be able to go back to work? How will your medical bills get paid? What impact will your injuries have on your loved ones? Being able to provide a thorough, documented...

Posted in Firm News on August 20, 2018

By William J. Price If you’re ever forced to file a lawsuit, there are many steps you’ll need to take with your lawyer before the claim can be resolved. Before your case goes to trial, you’ll typically be asked to take part in a deposition. This step in the discovery process gives lawyers from...

Posted in Accident & Injury on April 23, 2018

By William J. Price The things you say or fail to say to your doctors after an accident can be crucial to the outcome of your case. Most victims assume they will recover from their injuries within a few weeks of the accident. When an auto accident victim arrives at a doctor’s office, they...

Posted in Accident & Injury on April 9, 2018

By William J. Price After an auto accident, insurance carriers will often ask you to provide a statement over the phone. This statement is their opportunity to explore how injured you were in the accident. (more…)

Posted in Accident & Injury on March 21, 2018

By William J. Price If you can’t work after suffering injuries in an auto accident caused by another driver, it’s reasonable to expect that you could recover your lost wages. This concept seems simple and fair. Unfortunately, when an insurance carrier is examining your claim, they may question or limit the time you can...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 4, 2018

By William J. Price Every plaintiff has the same complaint: "The insurance adjuster will not call me back." It’s not unusual, and the adjuster is not making the matter personal. Your case is classified as a claim, and adjusters do not call people back due to the volume of claims. An efficient and diligent...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2017

By William J. Price A gap in treatment is a period of time when there is no documented medical treatment. For example, if you are in an accident and do not go to the emergency room for over 30 days, there is a 30-day gap in treatment. A second type of gap can occur...