Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness on June 22, 2025

Every year, an average of 39 to 40 children die from heatstroke after being left in hot vehicles. In 2024, 39 children lost their lives this way, a sharp increase from the 29 deaths reported in 2023. Pets face similar dangers. According to PETA, 111 animals have died from heat-related causes in 2024, and...

Posted in Health & Wellness on June 9, 2025

Honoring the memory of a colleague while raising awareness about the signs and symptoms of uterine cancer Each June, Uterine Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder to know the signs, advocate for your health, and support those impacted by this disease. At Elk + Elk, it is also a time to remember our colleague and friend,...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, Premises Liability on June 2, 2025

Summer in Ohio means backyard pool season is in full swing. Whether you're planning family swim days or inviting friends over to cool off, having a pool can make your home the place to be. But it also comes with serious responsibility. If someone gets hurt in or around your pool, you could be...

Posted in Health & Wellness, In the news on May 7, 2025

Medical debt is a burden too many Americans carry. It messes with your finances, your mental health, and even your ability to get the care you need. In Ohio, state representatives Michele Grim (D-Toledo) and Jean Schmidt (R-Loveland) want to change that with the Ohio Medical Debt Fairness Act. Their bipartisan bill is all...

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices, Health & Wellness, In the news on April 28, 2025

Filing of Lawsuits (Starting 2009) Lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson started in 2009, with plaintiffs claiming that the company's talc-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer due to asbestos contamination. First Major Trial (2013) The first significant trial concerning Johnson & Johnson's talc products occurred in 2013. This case established a foundation for future litigation...

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...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Health & Wellness, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on March 4, 2025

On March 9th, most of the country will "spring forward" by moving their clocks ahead one hour. While losing an hour may not seem significant, it can noticeably impact mental and physical well-being. In fact, experts suggest that the shift in spring is the most disruptive of the time changes we experience each year....

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice on February 24, 2025

For years, Ohio imposed limits on the compensation individuals could receive in medical malpractice cases, particularly for pain and suffering. These limits were intended to prevent excessively large payouts. However, a significant court ruling has now altered this for victims with severe injuries. What Are Damages Caps? Damage caps restrict the amount of money...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, In the news on February 12, 2025

Ohioans may now have to pay fees to access police videos like body cam, dash cam, and jail surveillance footage. What Does the Law Say? A new law signed by Governor Mike DeWine allows law enforcement agencies to charge up to $75 per hour for processing video requests, with a maximum fee of $750...

Posted in Health & Wellness, Workplace Injuries and Claims on February 12, 2025

Getting sick happens to everyone at some point, but sometimes taking time off work to heal can be stressful. Many people worry about losing their jobs if they take too much sick leave. So, if you take too many sick days in Ohio, can your boss fire you? It really depends on a few...