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Drunk Driving Accidents Increase Around The Holiday Season

While the holidays can be a joyous occasion for many, they can also be dangerous. Many families spend their holidays traveling, increasing their risk of getting into an accident. The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that 371 people may die on U.S. roads this holiday. Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over While alcohol plays...

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Can You Sue If You Slip On Black Ice? How Black Ice Can Be Dangerous For Pedestrians

Black ice is a glaze that forms on surfaces such as sidewalks, roads, and driveways due to snow, water, or ice melting and re-freezing. It is called black ice because it tends to look like the ground underneath it, making it difficult to spot. The fact that it’s so hard to see makes it...

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Better Business Bureau Warns About Online Holiday Shopping Scams

As you begin or continue your holiday shopping, The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns shoppers about the risk of scammers targeting victims. The BBB stated that online shopping losses are estimated to exceed $380 million this year, and the age group at the highest risk is 18 to 24-year-olds, as many scammers use fake...

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Black Friday Parking and Shopping Tips

It’s one of the busiest days for shopping, and the influx of many shoppers can be extremely dangerous. In total, there have been 125 injuries and 17 deaths associated with Black Friday sales. Here are eight tips on how to make your Black Friday shopping safer for you and your loved ones. Parking Watch...

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GivingTuesday

Each year, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving is dedicated to giving back to the community. GivingTuesday is a global movement of generosity where anyone and everyone can participate. What is GivingTuesday? GivingTuesday was created in 2012 to encourage people to do good. Founded in partnership with the United Nations Foundation in New York City, it...

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Can Ohioans With Alzheimer’s Be Held Liable For Vehicle Collisions?

November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness for the disease. Alzheimer’s is a progressive, deadly brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning skills. People with moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease should never be behind the wheel. Memory and decision-making skills worsen as the disease...

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Car Accidents Increase After Daylight Saving Time

Every fall, daylight saving time comes to an end on the first Sunday in November. While some enjoy the extra hour of sleep, the end of daylight saving time can be dangerous for drivers and animals on the road. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME THAT CAUSES ACCIDENTS? Recent research shows that losing one...

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Tips to Keep Your Trick-or-Treaters Safe on Halloween

As a kid, Halloween is the best holiday. You get to dress up, eat tons of candy, and stay up late watching scary movies. Unfortunately, even with all that fun, there are still dangers to watch out for and be mindful of on Halloween night. 9 Tips to Stay Safe on Halloween 1. Go...

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College Safety for Students

While many students have settled into college life this past month, safety remains a top priority. According to research by ADT, 97% of students feel they take account of their safety on and off campus in their daily lives. We have created a list of helpful tips for students and parents to ensure safety...

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What Can I Expect When Calling Elk + Elk?

After an injury, you may be dealing with pain, stress, confusing paperwork, and other hardships. Elk + Elk understands what you’re going through and has a simple and efficient process to help you along this winding road. Below is an overview of the process of calling Elk + Elk, opening a personal injury case,...

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