Posted in Firm News on August 19, 2024

Washington State is home to three of America’s most breathtaking national parks: Mount Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, and Olympic National Park. It’s also home to the deadliest national park in the U.S. The Washington injury lawyers at Elk & Elk took a closer look at how dangerous these parks are including...

Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury on May 15, 2024

Motorcycle helmets save lives, which is why Washington state has required that all motorcyclists should wear a DOT-approved helmet when operating their bikes. Wearing a helmet, along with other types of protective gear, can help prevent significant head and bodily injuries from occurring. Motorcycle Helmets – Getting One That Works A proper motorcycle helmet...

Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 15, 2024

After a motorcycle accident caused by the negligent actions of another driver, victims need compensation. Not only do they need coverage for their property damage expenses, but also for any medical expenses caused by the injuries. Unfortunately, recovering compensation through an insurance carrier after a motorcycle collision can be challenging. Here, we want to...

Posted in Brain Injuries on April 11, 2024

It is not uncommon for individuals to sustain headaches after their bodies experience a traumatic incident. Yes, this may seem like an obvious statement in situations where individuals sustain a bump or blow to the head, but even those who sustain trauma to other parts of their body can experience something called a post-traumatic...

Posted in Dog Bites on April 2, 2024

Even though most people in Seattle are responsible with their dogs, there are still times when stray animals cause injuries. If a stray dog has bitten you or somebody you love, you may need to know what to do right away. There are various steps you can follow right now that not only help...

Posted in Car Accidents on March 13, 2024

One of the biggest mistakes individuals make after a vehicle accident is ignoring the possibility of delayed car accident injury symptoms. Yes, many vehicle accident injuries are obvious right after the incident occurs, but that is not always the case. It is not uncommon for the signs and symptoms of vehicle accident injuries to...

Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 6, 2024

If you or somebody you care about sustained an injury or property damage as a result of an Uber or Lyft accident in Washington, there are various steps you should take to help recover the compensation you are entitled to. After these types of incidents occur, there should be a thorough investigation, particularly examining...

Posted in Personal Injury on February 14, 2024

Slip and fall injuries often lead to significant setbacks for victims in Washington, and recovering compensation can be particularly challenging. Slip and fall accident victims may be able to recover compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages, but determining who is liable for a parking lot slip and fall...

Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 5, 2024

When you live somewhere that averages around 40 inches of rain annually, you have to be ready for some slick conditions. This is particularly important for our motorcycle enthusiasts in and around Seattle. Safely operating a motorcycle in wet conditions is a skill any motorcyclist in the Pacific Northwest should have under their belt....

Posted in Brain Injuries, Personal Injury on January 22, 2024

Concussions are dangerous, but individuals often do not recognize (or take seriously) the signs and symptoms of these injuries before damage is done. Information from the CDC indicates that there were more than 214,000 hospitalizations as a result of traumatic brain injuries during a recent reporting year. Many of these emergency room visits are...