Accident & Injury
Should Cheerleading be a Sport?
Posted in Accident & Injury on June 11, 2014
The American Medical Association has announced that cheerleading should be considered a sport to help mitigate the risk of injury. The tricks and stunts performed by competitive cheer squads have become more extreme in recent years and cheerleading is now the leading cause of catastrophic injuries for female high school and college athletes. "These...
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Boating Safety
Posted in Accident & Injury on June 5, 2014
The attorneys at Elk & Elk wish all of you an enjoyable boating season and encourage everyone to stay safe on and near the water. Boaters need to be especially careful, use common sense and take the steps necessary to avoid tragedy on the water. Follow these basic safety tips as you enjoy Ohio’s...
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Our Paralegals: Great Assets and Backbone of Your Case
Posted in Accident & Injury, Medical Malpractice on May 29, 2014
http://youtu.be/dKkjXq4ZdJM Ohio attorney Mindy Elk Fisher explains why paralegals are an integral part of your legal team. It’s not uncommon to hear attorneys talk about their accomplishments and boast how they can win your case with wildly successful results. However, the truth is, your personal injury case is a team effort – with...
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Memorial Day Safety Tips
Posted in Accident & Injury on May 23, 2014
Like many of you, at Elk & Elk, we’re looking forward to celebrating Memorial Day weekend with family and friends. Whether you’re travelling out of state, down the road, or even enjoying a “stay-cation” at home, here are some important safety tips. Highway Safety Tips Pay attention. Distracted driving puts everyone at risk. Avoid...
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Dog Bite Prevention Week – 2014
Posted in Accident & Injury on May 19, 2014
By now you've probably seen the viral video of "Tara," a family cat saving a young boy from a dog attack. Unfortunately, dogs bite more than 4 million Americans annually, half of which are children. While not all bites are severe, one in five dog bites results in injuries serious enough to require medical attention. National Dog...
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Serious Risks Arise with Older Drivers
Posted in Accident & Injury on May 14, 2014
by Arthur Elk If you or a loved one are getting older, it’s time to think about driving and the dangers it may pose. As an accident attorney with experience in this area, I know that there are risks with older drivers in terms of causing accidents and being the victim of an accident....
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Should I Stop Going to My Doctor?
Posted in Accident & Injury on May 7, 2014
http://youtu.be/d5F9lIRoD6c Ohio attorney David Elk explains the importance of seeing your doctor and completing all medical treatment after an injury. If you’ve already filed a lawsuit after an injury, you may be wondering if you should continue to go to your doctor. Frustrated by slow recovery, you may be thinking your treatment isn't going...
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Should You Store Your Car for Evidence after an Accident?
Posted in Accident & Injury on May 5, 2014
by Arthur M. Elk If you have recently been involved in an automobile accident and your car has been totaled, you might be tempted to simply rid yourself of the remaining metal scraps. However, your vehicle might contain important evidence related to the crash. In some cases, you may be required to have it...
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Texas Family Awarded $3M in Fracking Lawsuit
Posted in Accident & Injury on May 1, 2014
In a landmark fracking case, a Texas family has won $2.95 million from an oil company for years of sickness caused by polluted air from nearby drilling. According to court documents, Robert and Lisa Parr filed a lawsuit against Aruba Petroleum Inc. in 2011. They claimed fracking operations near their property had released toxins...
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Calculating Future Medical Costs
Posted in Accident & Injury on April 29, 2014
http://youtu.be/s2n153feRx8 Ohio attorney Bill Price talks about what to do if your child has been severely injured in an accident and now needs long-term care. Dealing with the aftermath of an accident can be very challenging, confusing and emotional. Doctor bills, insurance claims, and other issues won't wait for injuries to heal. What’s even more...
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