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Online Law School
Posted in Firm News, Health & Wellness on December 20, 2013
Would you hire an attorney who received his or her law degree online? While the American Bar Association (ABA) has not accredited any law schools offering a 100 percent online learning experience, some schools have started to embrace online learning. Currently, ABA standards state that no more than one-third of an accredited law school’s curriculum… read more
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Glaxo to End Some Payments to Doctors
Posted in Drug & Medical Devices on December 19, 2013
In a surprising announcement, pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline revealed they will soon put an end to a common industry practice of paying doctors and other health professionals to promote their drugs. The company said it will stop paying doctors to endorse its products at speaking engagements and no longer base the pay of sales representatives on… read more
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Why Attorneys Shy Away from Slip and Fall Accident Cases
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 16, 2013
Ohio attorney David Elk discusses why slip and fall accident victims can have a hard time finding an attorney to handle their claim. There are many different types of personal injury cases such as car accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death and medical malpractice incidents. Any experienced attorney will be happy to help you with… read more
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Judge Fines Pradaxa Drugmaker $1M over Missing Files
Posted in Drug & Medical Devices on December 12, 2013
German pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim has been fined $931,000 in federal court for withholding or failing to preserve documents sought by plaintiffs in hundreds of Pradaxa lawsuits. According to court documents, Boehringer failed to preserve or produce files belonging to a high-level scientist, sales representatives, consultants and others. The drugmaker also failed to provide access… read more
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Arthur Elk: Common Causes of Trucking Accidents
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 9, 2013
By Arthur Elk The highways are filled with semi-trucks and tractor-trailers. Because of their large size and tremendous weight, semi-trucks are more prone to accidents than small passenger vehicles. As a car accident lawyer, I see cases like this all the time. When they occur, there is a huge risk of injury. Ironically, truck drivers… read more
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Headaches and Personality Changes Signs of Serious Brain Injury
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 6, 2013
Ohio attorney Art Elk wants you to keep an eye out for your relatives or loved ones who have recently been in a car accident and are showing signs of modified behavior. After an automobile accident, you may feel a variety of different aches and pains. Upon examination at a hospital, you may be… read more
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Ohio Traffic Fatalities Up in 2012
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 5, 2013
After six consecutive years of decline, motor vehicle traffic fatalities increased in 2012. According to data recently released from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ohio had one of the largest annual jumps in fatalities in the nation in 2012 and was among 37 states where the number of traffic fatalities rose last year, and only… read more
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Dangerous Toys
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 3, 2013
This holiday season, we all need to be aware of the toys we buy and make sure they are safe for children. Be sure to read labels and only buy age-appropriate toys. Remember that siblings share toys, and a gift intended for an older child with small parts could pose a safety hazard in the… read more
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What to Do If You Get Stuck in the Snow
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 3, 2013
Winter is upon us and for much of the country, that means navigating treacherous roads. Before you head out, make sure you have a Winter Survival Kit stocked with the necessary supplies. Snow and ice, a collision, or even mechanical problems may cause you to become stuck in an inoperable vehicle. If you have been… read more
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Some Supplements Too Good to Be True
Posted in Drug & Medical Devices on December 3, 2013
It seems you can’t turn on the radio without hearing an ad for dietary supplements claiming to help with everything from diabetes to erectile dysfunction. Sometimes scams are obvious, but such a distinction is not always as clear. Advertisements like these can confuse consumers because the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates dietary supplements under… read more
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