Posted in Accident & Injury on June 25, 2025

The grill is hot, the drinks are cold, and the backyard is buzzing. But what happens when something goes wrong? Step into the Backyard Courtroom, where 4th of July fun meets real-life liability. If you are hosting in Ohio, here is what to know before someone gets hurt and calls a lawyer. Scenario 1:...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness on June 22, 2025

Every year, an average of 39 to 40 children die from heatstroke after being left in hot vehicles. In 2024, 39 children lost their lives this way, a sharp increase from the 29 deaths reported in 2023. Pets face similar dangers. According to PETA, 111 animals have died from heat-related causes in 2024, and another… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on June 20, 2025

Some injuries take time to show up. After a car accident, it is common to feel fine at first. You might walk away thinking you were lucky. But a few days later, you wake up sore. You can’t turn your neck. Your back starts to ache. Or you feel dizzy, foggy, or tired in...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on June 11, 2025

Bicycle Accidents Are on the Rise: What Cyclists Need to Know Biking offers a great way to stay active, save money, and cut down on traffic, but it’s not without risk. As more people take to the streets on two wheels, the number of serious accidents involving bikes and motor vehicles continues to climb....

Posted in Health & Wellness on June 9, 2025

Honoring the memory of a colleague while raising awareness about the signs and symptoms of uterine cancer Each June, Uterine Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder to know the signs, advocate for your health, and support those impacted by this disease. At Elk + Elk, it is also a time to remember our colleague and friend,...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident on June 6, 2025

Injured in a crash? These warning signs from the insurance company could cost you, unless you know how to fight back. When you’re hurt in a car accident, everything changes fast. Doctor visits. Missed paychecks. Pain that doesn’t go away. And while you’re just trying to get through the day, the insurance company is...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Dog Bite on June 3, 2025

When the weather warms up in Ohio, people and their dogs head outside. Parks, patios, festivals, sidewalks, and even bars and restaurants fill up fast. But all that extra activity also leads to a spike in dog bite injuries. With more unfamiliar dogs in public spaces and more opportunities for stress or miscommunication, bites...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, Premises Liability on June 2, 2025

Summer in Ohio means backyard pool season is in full swing. Whether you’re planning family swim days or inviting friends over to cool off, having a pool can make your home the place to be. But it also comes with serious responsibility. If someone gets hurt in or around your pool, you could be...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, In the news on May 29, 2025

The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is often referred to as the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer for teen drivers. During these months, fatal crashes involving teens consistently spike, especially here in Ohio. Why is summer so dangerous for teen drivers? With school out, teens are on the road more often, with...

Posted in Accident & Injury, In the news, Leisure on May 12, 2025

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and this year is shaping up to be a record-breaker for travel. AAA projects that 45.1 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home, with 87% choosing to hit the road. But what if you could avoid the traffic jams, airport crowds, and...