Posted in Accident & Injury on January 23, 2014

A deadly fire broke out overnight in a Canadian nursing home and The Toronto Star reports Quebec police are in “mass casualty management mode.” The facility located in L’Isle-Verte, Quebec was home to more than 50 elderly residents, many of them unable to walk on their own. The National police of Quebec have confirmed 3… read more

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices on January 22, 2014

Most of the things we purchase are safe. Unfortunately, however, sometimes a defective product, drug, or medical device causes consumers to suffer an injury. In the U.S., when many people are harmed by the same defendant (or group of defendants), depending on the circumstances, individual lawsuits may be grouped together. Learn the Lingo   A… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 20, 2014

Truckers hauling flammable cargo declared exempt from federal safety rules. With yet another cold snap looming, Ohio Governor John Kasich has declared a state of emergency in response to the state’s heating fuel shortage. The proclamation, issued on January 18, allows commercial truckers transporting propane or heating oil to drive more hours and more consecutive… read more

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices on January 17, 2014

Have you noticed the ever-increasing collection of commercials targeting men with low testosterone, or “Low T?” Much like the advertising for Viagra and other ED medications, these ubiquitous sales pitches prey on the insecurities of mature men with promises of increased vitality, improved muscle mass, alleviating depression, and improved sexual performance. But for some men,… read more

Posted in Medical Malpractice on January 15, 2014

A Hamilton County jury has awarded $1.04 million to Crystal Pierce, the patient of Dr. Atiq Durrani in the well-publicized medical malpractice trial of the Cincinnati spine surgeon. Hundreds of Durrani’s patients have also filed similar malpractice claims. The jury awarded the plaintiff $500,000 for pain and suffering, $40,000 for lost wages, and $500,000 in… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 13, 2014

by Arthur Elk Driving next to an 18-wheeler or other large semi truck can be scary, especially for new drivers or those driving very small vehicles. The drivers of these 18-wheeler trucks have large blind spots to the right and rear of the vehicle. There are additional, smaller blind spots on the right front corner… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 10, 2014

Ohio attorney Ryan Harrell explains ways you can help your personal injury case after you’ve hired an attorney. You’ve hired a personal injury attorney, who is handling your car accident case. They have begun the process of seeking recovery for your injuries. What do you do now? With an attorney, paralegals, and other legal staff… read more

Posted in Community Outreach, Health & Wellness on January 8, 2014

The newly formed Health and Wellness Committee at Elk & Elk invites you to join us and register for the 12th annual Tackle the Tower Stair Climb to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland on Saturday, February 8, 2014. Participants will climb 37 flights of stairs at the Tower at Erieview, located in the Center… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 7, 2014

Sometimes people get hurt when working out. In many cases, gym injuries are the result of improper technique, not stretching, over exertion, or just a simple accident. However, in certain cases, a serious injury can arise due to the negligence of others. Premises Liability Gym, health club, fitness center, no matter what you call it,… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 6, 2014

Racing fans around the world were saddened to hear Michael Schumacher was seriously injured in a skiing accident in France last month. The German Formula One racing driver remains in a medically induced coma after he hit his head on a rock during a fall “off-piste” – backcountry skiing on ungroomed and unmarked slopes. Luckily… read more