Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on July 10, 2018

Having a baby is a wonderful time, but it can also be scary if you are told something is wrong with your baby. A great fear for many mothers is that the cord will get wrapped around the baby’s neck and cut off the oxygen supply. When the cord wraps completely around a baby’s...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on July 3, 2018

Patient safety is no new issue when it comes to hospitals and health care facilities. In fact, you have probably heard some stories in recent months where patients were injured or even killed as the result of medical mishaps that are oftentimes preventable. At Elk & Elk, we have helped many people in Washington...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on June 25, 2018

When people are involved in a car accident in Washington, one of the first things they do is assess their condition and that of their passengers. In situations where the collision was violent, but the victims are okay, it can be easy for them to discount injuries as they do not recognize anything that...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on June 17, 2018

You and your spouse are expecting your first child and the anticipation and excitement of having a new baby is becoming more prevalent as your delivery day is fast approaching. You have found a doctor and hospital that you trust in Washington and all of your bags are packed and ready to go. However,...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on June 11, 2018

When the time comes for people in Washington to seek medical treatment for persistent symptoms they are experiencing, they rely heavily on the experience and knowledge of their health care provider to give them a thorough assessment and corresponding treatment plan. However, there are times when mistakes can happen that in serious cases, can...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on June 2, 2018

Your upcoming surgery is going to require you to receive anesthesia to facilitate the progress of your treatment. While you may not think twice about your upcoming procedure, it is important that you are aware of common anesthesia errors so you can protect your wellbeing. At Elk & Elk, we have helped many medical...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 29, 2018

For many Washington families who have aging loved ones, the idea of putting their family member into a nursing home is often met with a lot of thought and anxiety. In many cases, people are looking for a facility that demonstrates a high standard of caring for each of their patients in a manner...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on May 20, 2018

Whether you are considering starting the journey to have a child or have recently found out you are expecting, you have probably already begun to think about what adventures lie ahead. You may have discussed potential risks with your health care provider in Washington in relation to your pregnancy; conditions like gestational diabetes, high...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 18, 2018

At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., in Washington, we understand that the cause of any motor vehicle crash may not be evident at first, and in fact, there may be many factors that lead to an accident. After a collision, you expect the insurance company to investigate. However, sometimes the National Highway Traffic Safety...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on May 11, 2018

Any time a Washington resident has a wound, there is a risk of infection. When that wound is the result of surgery, some may believe that the controlled nature of the environment and the aftercare eliminates that risk. However, even these precautions cannot prevent all risk of infection, and any infection can lead to...