Posted in In the news on November 24, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Ohio likely to require nuclear reactor audit before renewing bailout A look at Davis-Besse nuclear power station. Reuters – Ohio’s legislature will likely require the owner of two nuclear power reactors to prove they need financial assistance to remain in service. This follows a...

Posted in Firm News on November 20, 2020

The Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA) recently announced that 13 paralegal professionals met the requirements to earn the designation of “OSBA Certified Paralegal,” joining the 246 current OSBA certified paralegals across Ohio. Congratulations to all of OSBA’s certified paralegals, including our own Jaime Greene. Elk & ELk wants to congratulate our very own Jaime...

Posted in In the news on November 17, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. An RBG Moment? Law School Applications Are Way Up The increase in law school applications may be an RBG moment. Image via thehour.com. LAW.COM – As of Monday, the total number of law school applicants was up 32 percent compared to this time a...

Posted in Product Liability, Product Recall on November 12, 2020

The list below provides information on food, drug and product recalls from November 1 – 11. Food and Drug Recalls Product Recall Information Tanimura & Antle Inc. Romaine Lettuce Tanimura & Antle Inc. Possible contamination with E. coli Those with questions or concerns can call the Tanimura & Antle Consumer Hotline at 877-827-7388, Monday...

Posted in In the news on November 11, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Supreme Court Looks Willing to Leave Obamacare Intact The Supreme Court appears unwilling to strike down the Affordable Care Act. CNBC – The Affordable Care Act seems likely to withstand its third challenge at the Supreme Court. During Tuesday’s arguments in a case seeking...

Posted in In the news on November 9, 2020

A New Trend The coronavirus has changed consumer behavior, as shopping has shifted online. Companies are racing to adapt. The pandemic has forced many brick-and-mortar businesses to either begin or improve their efforts in the digital space as consumers seek great online shopping experiences to help them purchase their holiday gifts and supplies. E-commerce...

Posted in Firm News on November 6, 2020

U.S. News – Best Lawyers® announced the Eleventh Edition of the annual “Best Law Firms” rankings. Elk & Elk was named a Tier 1 firm in Cleveland for Medical Malpractice Law by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” in 2021. Organizations with a tiered ranking demonstrate a unique combination of quality law...

Posted in In the news on November 4, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. President Trump Vows to Take Election Battle to Supreme Court President Trump vowed to challenge the results of the election. Law360 – In an early morning press conference, President Donald Trump stated his plans to challenge the results of the presidential election at the...

Posted in In the news on October 27, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. 45 Missing Children Recovered in Ohio’s ‘Operation Autumn Hope’ Operation Autumn Hope was the largest single human trafficking operation in state history. Image via Ohio Attorney General’s office USA Today – Law enforcement agencies across Ohio collaborated during a monthlong investigation, termed “Operation Autumn...

Posted in Automobile, In the news, Product Liability, Product Recall on October 27, 2020

The latest American Association for Justice News Brief covers important product safety news. Marijuana Carries Many Health Risks Similar to Tobacco Tobacco and marijuana share many health risks. New York Times – Research suggests that smoking marijuana carries many of the same cardiovascular health hazards as smoking tobacco. “Many people think that they have...