Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness on August 2, 2016

On Monday, Aug. 1, high school athletes around the state officially kicked off their training for fall sports. Last year, Ohio High School Athletic Association introduced new regulations to help prevent concussions during football practices, but athletes in every sport are at risk of suffering this common injury. The first match-ups of the season...

Posted in Accident & Injury on July 27, 2016

Ohio will soon join the ranks of states taking action to prevent hot car deaths. Earlier this summer, Gov. John Kasich signed Senate Bill 215 into law. Effective August 31, good Samaritans who break into a vehicle to save a minor or animal from overheating are protected from civil liability and damages. It’s a...

Posted in Community Outreach, Firm News on July 21, 2016

Elk & Elk launched the Everything Earned Athletic Award Program last fall.  The program recognized high school teams throughout Northeast Ohio who excel in their sport and in the classroom, and display a passion for making a difference in the community. Teams were nominated by their school’s athletic director, and each month a winner...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness on July 14, 2016

[caption id="attachment_4700" align="alignright" width="212"] We spotted an Eevee at the Elk & Elk Headquarters![/caption] After the release of Pokémon GO earlier this month, millions of fans set out in search of virtual creatures in their communities. The augmented reality game encourages players to exercise, and may even be helpful for those coping with depression, anxiety and...

Posted in Firm News on June 30, 2016

The end of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ historic season also concluded the inaugural year of Elk & Elk’s “Get That Weak Stuff Out Of Here!” Campaign. The program, which was launched in January, tied every shot blocked by the Cavs during the 2015-2016 season to a $100 donation to Cleveland Clinic Children's. Cavs legend Austin Carr,...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness on June 30, 2016

  What do you have planned for the Fourth of July? From taking a mini vacation or hosting a cookout for family and friends to watching your local fireworks display, there are so many ways to enjoy this extended weekend. However, don’t let an injury or legal trouble ruin it for you or your family....

Posted in Accident & Injury, Workplace Injuries and Claims on June 24, 2016

A Cleveland-area manufacturer was recently hit with nearly $90,000 in proposed penalties after being cited for a variety of dangerous work conditions. Fifteen serious violations, one repeat violation and one other-than-serious violation were issued following inspections earlier this year. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration cited fall hazards, slippery work surfaces, lack of proper...

Posted in Firm News on June 17, 2016

On Tuesday, June 14, one of our team members joined 28 other individuals in achieving a major milestone. [caption id="attachment_4654" align="alignright" width="300"] Photo by Marvin Fong (The Plain Dealer)[/caption] Elk & Elk Director of Video and Client Image Services, Rohan Ghosh, became a naturalized citizen of the United States during the 2016 Flag Day...

Posted in Health & Wellness on June 6, 2016

Many businesses have health and wellness programs in place to encourage their employees to lead healthy lifestyles. However, even those who eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly can be at risk of developing health issues related to the workplace. Below are habits you should break and suggestions for staying healthy at work. Tips...

Posted in Accident & Injury on May 27, 2016

You’re not alone. American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates nearly 40 million Americans will be hitting the road over the three-day weekend. Unfortunately, the National Safety Council believes this could be the deadliest Memorial Day holiday since 2009. If the NSC’s projections prove to be accurate, more than 400 lives will be lost and 50,500 people...