Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Class Action, Consumer Protection, Drug & Medical Devices, Firm News, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accident, Product Liability, Product Recall, Truck Accident, Workplace Injuries and Claims on March 25, 2021

What is a Statute of Limitations? Most people have heard the phrase “statute of limitations,” but what does it really mean? In legal terms, statute of limitations sets limits on the length of time available to take legal action. The time limits vary depending on the state and the type of case. For personal injury… read more

Posted in In the news on March 24, 2021

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. “Hey, stop that vehicle, that lady is drunk” Court News Ohio – Ohio’s highest court is set to hear arguments on whether a passerby’s warning justified a drunken driving stop in a case both sides agree could change how people can alert authorities to...

Posted in Uncategorized on March 23, 2021

During the delivery process, an infant’s brain may not receive enough oxygen. This condition is known as hypoxia. If a baby does not receive treatment, he or she may develop a brain injury. Several elements of the birthing process may cause an infant to develop hypoxia. According to FindLaw, babies may experience a lack of...

Posted in Community Outreach, Firm News on March 18, 2021

Elk & Elk is proud to join the Columbus Blue Jackets in honoring the men and women who serve our country. As the presenting partner of Military Salutes, we‘re excited to celebrate active-duty military members and veterans throughout the NHL season. This month’s Military Salute recognizes Charles Derfer Name: Charles Derfer Hometown: Orrville, Ohio Military Branch:...

Posted in In the news on March 17, 2021

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Florida Teen Pleads Guilty to Hacking Twitter Accounts of Biden, Celebrities Tampa Bay Times – The teen who took control of well-known Twitter accounts last summer and used them to solicit more than $100,000 in Bitcoin pleaded guilty to state charges Tuesday in exchange...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Consumer Protection on March 11, 2021

It can be easy to forget that tires are the most important safety feature on a vehicle. But, if you stop to think about it, it’s easy to see why. Tires have direct contact with the road. They have a huge impact on riding, handling and braking. High-Performing Tires For ideal performance, tires should:...

Posted in In the news on March 10, 2021

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Judge Orders LA Sheriff to Name Officers Who Shared Kobe Bryant Crash Photos Courthouse News Service – The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department cannot block Kobe Bryant’s widow from getting the names of four deputies who are accused of sharing photos from the fatal...

Posted in Uncategorized on March 8, 2021

Eco-friendly methods of transportation are gaining popularity. Electric scooters are a fantastic eco-friendly way to get around urban areas, but they can cause significant injury. If you or a family member has started to use an electric scooter, it is important to familiarize yourself with some of the risks. Here are some key safety...

Posted in Uncategorized on March 6, 2021

The most likely person to suffer from a dog bite is an adult. However, when dogs bite children the injuries are often and much more severe. After a dog bites a child, there is often confusion on the part of the adults. Often, the adults claim that the child did not provoke the bite...

Posted in Consumer Protection, Firm News, Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice on March 5, 2021

Elder abuse is a major societal problem. It occurs when someone knowingly, intentionally or negligently causes harm—or a serious risk of harm—to a vulnerable person. COVID-19 has done nothing to help the situation. In fact, PBS discovered a strong correlation between the pandemic and nationwide cases of elder abuse and mistreatment. They cited a report from researcher...