Posted in Medical Malpractice on May 21, 2026

Understanding Ohio’s Statute of Limitations In the legal world, time limits are strictly enforced. The statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Ohio is generally one year from the date of the injury or the date the injury was discovered. However, birth injury cases have different rules because they involve minors. For a child,...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on May 21, 2026

Why Medical Errors Occur During Labor Birth injuries frequently stem from a failure to detect, prevent, or treat known complications during the labor and delivery process. Medical teams are trained to anticipate issues such as umbilical cord complications, chorioamnionitis, or issues related to the size of the baby compared to the birth canal. When...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on May 21, 2026

The Expectations of Birth and the Reality of Trauma The arrival of a new child is expected to be one of the most joyous moments in a parent’s life. You spend months preparing for this day. You read books, attend classes, decorate a nursery, and imagine the future that lies ahead for your family....

Posted in Automobile on May 19, 2026

May is a month of milestones in Ohio. High school seniors from Cleveland to Cincinnati are putting on their caps and gowns. Prom nights and graduation parties are filling up the calendar. While this is a time for joy, it is also one of the most dangerous times of the year for young people...

Posted in Dog Bite on May 12, 2026

Essential Information Dog attack statistics by breed provide context but do not determine automatic danger. Official reports likely undercount incidents and often rely on visual breed identification. Injury severity is often linked to size, bite force, and attack duration. Owner negligence and failure to restrain are central factors in serious attacks. A dog’s breed...

Posted in Personal Injury on May 12, 2026

What You Need to Know A class action lets a few people sue on behalf of many harmed in the same way. Courts must certify the case under Rule 23 before it proceeds as a group lawsuit. Class members are included automatically unless they opt out by the deadline. Official notices explain how to...

Posted in Car Accident on May 12, 2026

Getting into a car accident is stressful enough. But that stress turns into a nightmare when you find out the other driver has no insurance. In Ohio, it is illegal to drive without insurance, but thousands of people do it anyway. Even more people carry only the “bare minimum” insurance required by the state....

Posted in Truck Accident on May 7, 2026

Key Takeaways • Unauthorized passengers are generally prohibited in commercial trucks. • Carriers often require written passenger authorization before trips begin. • Missing passenger authorization may compromise insurance coverage after a crash. • Passenger policy violations may expose drivers to personal liability. • Insurers investigate passenger authorization after commercial truck collisions. Life on the...

Posted in Motorcycle Accident on May 7, 2026

What You Need to Know • Ohio requires helmets for riders under 18 and novice operators. • Passengers must wear helmets when the operator is legally required to do so. • Helmet violations may result in citations, fines, and driving record points. • Ohio insurers may reduce compensation using the “Helmet Defense” argument. •...

Posted in Firm News on May 6, 2026

We are growing our team at Elk + Elk. With 50+ years of experience fighting for injury victims and medical malpractice survivors, our firm has built a reputation on relentless advocacy, accountability, and community support. From our headquarters in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, and offices extending across the state and into Kentucky and Washington, we...