Posted in In the news on December 2, 2020

Here’s a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. DOJ Investigating Pardon Bribery Scheme Reuters – The U.S. Justice Department is investigating a potential crime related to funneling money to the White House in exchange for a presidential pardon. Federal prosecutors in Washington said they had obtained evidence of a bribery scheme in...

Posted in Automobile on December 1, 2020

With the arrival of Ohio’s first big winter storm, now is a good time to review tips for safe driving on snow and ice. Edmunds published an article with expert advice for staying in control of your vehicle during inclement weather. Stay Home The best tip is the most obvious. When faced with difficult...

Posted in In the news on November 30, 2020

Details The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) is warning people about a new stimulus check scam. If you are using Pandemic Unemployment assistance, you could be targeted. The scam sends messages falsely using the ODJFS logo. It tells recipients that they are approved for a stimulus check. They are asked to...

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 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 bribery scandal related to the passage of...

Posted in Uncategorized on November 23, 2020

Prostate cancer is a serious health concern, especially for older men. Getting a prostate exam can be intimidating for some, and having a biopsy to check for cancerous cells can be even more difficult. People in Washington State should know that liquid biopsies can sometimes return a false positive due to unrelated, noncancerous mutations....

Posted in Uncategorized on November 23, 2020

Almost every driver in Washington and other U.S. states has witnessed more than one incident of road rage. Whether because of running late for work, feeling out of control or being under a tremendous amount of stress, drivers can easily lose their tempers. Their detrimental behaviors often come with serious repercussions, both to themselves...

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 Uncategorized on November 18, 2020

Patients in Washington and around the country want certainty when it comes to their cancer diagnoses. The idea that someone can misidentify a lesion is terribly scary for any patient. There can be serious health consequences when a doctor error happens. Understanding melanoma Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer. It can...

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 LAW.COM – As of Monday, the total number of law school applicants was up 32 percent compared to this time a year ago. The number of applications submitted thus far is up nearly 57 percent....

Posted in Uncategorized on November 16, 2020

Remember in the early 2010s, when automakers like Tesla were promising that their fully autonomous vehicles would be for sale in just a few years? It’s 2020, and so far, those promises have not come true. In a way, this is a good thing. Manufacturers have yet to perfect the technology necessary to make...