Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 26, 2018

Driving is a mundane daily task for many people: Driving to and from work; dropping the kids off at school; running to the grocery store. Driving is something the average person doesn’t think much about. Which is why a car accident comes as such a surprise – such a shock. A car accident is...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on March 18, 2018

When you make the decision to place your loved one in a nursing home facility in Washington, chances are you spend considerable time weighing your options and comparing facilities to determine an optimal fit for your loved one and his or her needs. However, it can still be difficult to trust staff members to...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 14, 2018

As you drive to work in Washington, you notice that the vehicle in front of you is weaving slightly in its lane and driving slower than the flow of traffic. It could be a drunk driver. But, it could also be a drowsy driver.  According to the Sleep Foundation, about a third of all motorists...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on March 9, 2018

One of the dangers that infants face during labor and delivery is the lack of oxygen to the brain. Washington doctors should be able to recognize and eliminate or mitigate the risk factors to reduce the chances that the baby will suffer birth injuries that could be permanently debilitating or fatal. A person with...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on March 1, 2018

You need to undergo a procedure in a Washington hospital, but the idea of anesthesia makes you nervous. Should you be concerned? Patients Safety & Quality Healthcare reports that, according to one study, your chances of a medication mistake during pre-operative procedures is about one in 20. That same study indicated that there may be...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 16, 2018

For all people, car accidents can be devastating. However, the consequences of a crash can be especially hard for some, such as young children and their family members. Sadly, many young children have been hurt or lost their lives in motor vehicle collisions. To make things even worse, some of these injuries and fatalities...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 12, 2018

While you may never like to entertain the thought of what would happen to you if you were involved in a car accident, chances are the thought has crossed your mind at some point. Understanding the best steps to take in dangerous situations like a car accident, is actually quite helpful to give you...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 7, 2018

Driving is a privilege that most of us take for granted. Driving allows individuals to stay active and independent, even into old age. But many adult children with aging parents have concerns about their loved one’s safety on the road. How can adult children ensure that their loved one is safe behind the wheel?...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on February 6, 2018

Regardless of circumstances, a person who is suffering from a serious medical condition or injury should be able to visit an emergency department in a Washington hospital and expect to be examined and treated. In fact, according to The National Law Review, the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act was designed to hold hospitals accountable...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on February 2, 2018

Any birth injury is scary, particularly if you are a new parent and you do not know how to help your child recover. At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., we are aware of the legal and physical ramifications of a birth injury, and when parents may be able to seek compensation for the medical...