Car Accident
Getting Memory Loss After a Car Accident
Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident on August 28, 2025
After a collision, the physical pain often comes first: bruises, cuts, maybe a broken bone. But some injuries are harder to see. Memory loss after a car accident can show up in unexpected ways, leaving people confused, frustrated, and unsure of what to do next. At Elk + Elk, we guide individuals in Ohio...
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How to File a Police Accident Report in Columbus, OH?
Posted in Car Accident on August 28, 2025
When a car accident occurs, the next steps you take can impact everything from your insurance claim to your legal rights. At Elk + Elk, we frequently work with individuals seeking help in filing a Columbus police accident report, a step that can be crucial in cases involving physical harm or significant damage to...
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Ohio City Ranks Among the Worst Drivers in The Country
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Health & Wellness, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on August 15, 2025
Have you ever felt frustrated by another driver, such as someone driving slowly in the fast lane or someone texting behind the wheel? You're not alone. Many people think that their city has the worst drivers, but an annual report by QuoteWizard reveals which cities actually have the worst driving habits. Using data from...
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What to Do If You’re Hit by an Uninsured or Underinsured Driver in Columbus
Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident on July 22, 2025
Getting in a crash is bad enough. Finding out the other driver has no insurance, or not enough insurance? That makes it worse. You're left wondering who's going to pay for the damage, the hospital bills, or the time you're forced to miss work. If this happened to you in Columbus, you’re not alone,...
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Delayed Injuries After a Car Accident: What to Expect, What to Watch For, and What to Do
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on June 20, 2025
Some injuries take time to show up. After a car accident, it is common to feel fine at first. You might walk away thinking you were lucky. But a few days later, you wake up sore. You can't turn your neck. Your back starts to ache. Or you feel dizzy, foggy, or tired in...
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Protect Your Rights After a Bicycle Accident
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on June 11, 2025
Bicycle Accidents Are on the Rise: What Cyclists Need to Know Biking offers a great way to stay active, save money, and cut down on traffic, but it’s not without risk. As more people take to the streets on two wheels, the number of serious accidents involving bikes and motor vehicles continues to climb....
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10 Insurance Tactics That Can Hurt Your Car Accident Claim in Ohio
Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident on June 6, 2025
Injured in a crash? These warning signs from the insurance company could cost you, unless you know how to fight back. When you're hurt in a car accident, everything changes fast. Doctor visits. Missed paychecks. Pain that doesn't go away. And while you’re just trying to get through the day, the insurance company is...
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The 100 Deadliest Days of Summer: What Parents Should Know About Teen Driving Risks in Ohio
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, In the news on May 29, 2025
The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is often referred to as the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer for teen drivers. During these months, fatal crashes involving teens consistently spike, especially here in Ohio. Why is summer so dangerous for teen drivers? With school out, teens are on the road more often, with...
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Heads Up! I-271 Construction Could Impact Your Commute to Our Mayfield Heights Office
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Health & Wellness, In the news, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on April 22, 2025
If you're traveling near the Cedar and Brainard Roads exit off I-271, be prepared for some upcoming traffic changes. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) will begin construction on the northbound exit ramp. This work will involve lane shifts and periodic closures, which are expected to last through August. The entire project is scheduled...
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New Ohio Law Increases Consequences for Repeat DUI Offenders
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, In the news, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on April 9, 2025
Beginning Wednesday, April 9, Ohio's new law, House Bill 37, also known as Liv's Law, will take effect, imposing stricter penalties for repeat drunk driving (OVI) offenders, particularly in fatal cases. Liv's Law is named in memory of Olivia Wright, a 22-year-old who was tragically killed by a drunk driver near Ashville, Ohio, in...
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