Posted in Accident & Injury, Class Action, Firm News, Medical Malpractice on January 28, 2020

The Story In early March 2018, catastrophic events at a University Hospitals’ (UH) fertility center permanently changed the lives of approximately 950 patients and their families. A malfunction caused temperatures to rise in a freezer tank containing eggs and embryos. Nobody was present in the lab at the time of the incident. A remote...

Posted in Uncategorized on January 21, 2020

According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, one in seven Medicare patients in a hospital setting is subject to medical errors. However, AHRQ goes on to explain that medication errors can happen in any setting and at any touchpoint within the health care system. Medication errors can be dangerous, if not fatal....

Posted in Uncategorized on January 21, 2020

When a birth injury impacts a child’s well-being, the effects of the injury are not always immediately apparent. After parents bring the infant home, they may notice troubling signs that could indicate medical concerns. Seek help from your child’s pediatrician if you notice any of these potential birth injury symptoms. Musculoskeletal symptoms Birth injuries may...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 10, 2020

Top posts from 2019 Electric Scooter Laws Cleveland E-Scooter Laws  Protecting Amish buggies in Ohio Ohio taking steps to protect Amish buggies When to stop for a school bus When do you have to stop for a school bus in Ohio? Tips for seniors to avoid falls 5 Essential tips for seniors to avoid...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 10, 2020

Quote Wizard, a popular insurance comparison website, released its Ohio Driver Report for 2019. The report goes over the best and worst driving cities, best and worst drivers by age group, most popular vehicles by age group, road and bridge quality, and car insurance rates. A number of sources were used to score Ohio...

Posted in Uncategorized on January 7, 2020

Dogs are companions, playmates and best friends for many Washington residents. Unfortunately, dogs can also bite, causing nerve damage, severe pain and put victims at risk for illness, infections and diseases due to germs. At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd, our Seattle dog bite lawyers have experience representing clients injured as a result of...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Consumer Protection, Health & Wellness on January 4, 2020

There’s no doubt about it, sledding is tons of fun. It serves as a great winter activity. A day on the hill makes for great family fun and can keep kids occupied for hours at a time. Unfortunately, sledding accidents can also land kids in the hospital. According to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, more than...

Posted in Uncategorized on January 3, 2020

According to Washington State Legislature, if a person’s dog bites you in public or when you are in private lawfully, then the owner is liable for any injuries that you incur. It does not matter if the dog is vicious or if the owner assumes the dog is not vicious.  Dog bites can cause damages beyond...

Posted in Accident & Injury on December 16, 2019

Winter presents a host of challenges and risks for any driver. Visibility can suffer due to early nightfall, fogged windows and blowing snow. Roads can be incredibly icy; cars can get stuck or may not start. With these and other hazards that come with winter driving, it’s crucial for motorists to be prepared. Below are… read more

Posted in Uncategorized on December 13, 2019

A good doctor can be your healthcare confidante. Conversely, a bad doctor can get in the way of your health and well-being, and may even directly contribute to the development of medical issues and illnesses with his or her care, or lack thereof. In this case, it’s important to know the signs that it’s...