Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice on January 5, 2026

Choosing where to give birth is one of the most important decisions expectant parents make. In Ohio, a select group of hospitals earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report for delivering strong maternity care outcomes for uncomplicated pregnancies in 2026. These hospitals are not ranked against one another. Instead, U.S. News identifies hospitals...

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

What You Need to Know Ohio generally allows at-will termination, subject to legal protections. Eligible employees may receive up to 12 weeks of FMLA leave with job protection. Private Ohio employers generally are not required to provide sick leave. The ADA may require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities. Wrongful termination may occur if protected...

Posted in Health & Wellness on September 15, 2025

Bullying and harassment in schools are serious issues that can have lasting impacts on children. Ohio has laws to protect students, but parents play a critical role in recognizing signs of bullying and helping their children. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, during the 2021–22 school year, approximately 19% of students aged...

Posted in Health & Wellness, In the news on September 15, 2025

What You Need to Know The proposed bill would cap interest on new medical debt at 3%. New medical debt could no longer be reported to credit agencies. The bill would prohibit new wage garnishments for medical debt. The proposal applies only to new debts incurred after enactment. The bill is currently in committee...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Health & Wellness, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on August 15, 2025

Key Takeaways QuoteWizard ranked Dayton among the worst U.S. cities for driving behavior. Dayton ranked second nationally for speeding and third for traffic citations. Cleveland ranked fourth nationally for speeding violations among major U.S. cities. QuoteWizard analyzed speeding, citations, accidents, and DUIs across 70 cities. Safe driving habits include obeying traffic laws and avoiding...

Posted in Health & Wellness on August 7, 2025

If you're a student or looking for advice to share with your child, check out this post: Cyberbullying and School Bullying – A Student’s Guide to Taking Action. Cyberbullying isn't just a kid problem; it's a legal one. In Ohio, schools are legally required to respond to harassment, even when it happens online. But...

Posted in Community Outreach, Health & Wellness, In the news, Leisure on July 29, 2025

What used to be a simple weekend of back-to-school deals is now a full two weeks of savings. From August 1 through August 14, almost every item you buy in Ohio that costs $500 or less will be completely tax-free. That includes way more than just notebooks and jeans. We are talking laptops, groceries,...

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...