Elk & Elk attorneys to present at upcoming National Business Institute seminar
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...
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When to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Posted in Workplace Injuries and Claims on October 26, 2017
When an individual gets injured on the job, many questions may come to mind: Do I need a workers’ compensation attorney? Can I handle this on my own? At what point should I hire an attorney? (more…)
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Should the government take action to prevent side underride collisions?
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...
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The Rise In Infant Mortality Rate In Ohio
Posted in Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice on October 16, 2017
A new report by the Ohio Health Department reveals that the infant mortality rate rose slightly in 2016 when compared to the previous year. In 2016, 1,024 babies died within their first year of life: That’s 19 more than in 2015. (more…)
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Lend a helping hand: how you can support victims of recent tragedies
Posted in Community Outreach on October 12, 2017
In recent months, several tragedies claimed countless lives and caused devastating consequences for hundreds of thousands of victims. For the individuals and families affected by these catastrophic events, the long road to recovery is just beginning. Read on to learn how you can lend a hand to those in need. (more…)
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Were You Impacted By The Equifax Security Breach?
Posted in Class Action on October 9, 2017
UPDATE - July 2019: Consumers impacted by the data breach are entitled to free credit monitoring or up to $125 in cash. Visit the settlement website to find out if you qualify. If you have run a credit report in the past in the U.S., there is a chance that your information may have...
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Ohio Lawmakers Taking Steps To Reduce Distracted Driving Accidents
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…)
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