Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on February 6, 2018

Regardless of circumstances, a person who is suffering from a serious medical condition or injury should be able to visit an emergency department in a Washington hospital and expect to be examined and treated. In fact, according to The National Law Review, the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act was designed to hold hospitals accountable...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on February 2, 2018

Any birth injury is scary, particularly if you are a new parent and you do not know how to help your child recover. At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., we are aware of the legal and physical ramifications of a birth injury, and when parents may be able to seek compensation for the medical...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 19, 2018

Auto accidents happen for many reasons, from ignoring stop signs to intoxicated driving. Unfortunately, some are caused by less common risk factors that do not receive as much attention, such as bright sunlight. As a driver, you should be mindful of the sun if you are concerned that bright rays might interfere with your...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on January 17, 2018

Washington residents who have suffered an injury or become sicker as the result of their health care provider’s negligence often sue their doctor and/or hospital for medical malpractice. Section 4.16.350 of the Revised Code of Washington says that such a suit must be brought within three years after the alleged negligent act occurred or within...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on January 12, 2018

When you undergo a procedure in a Washington hospital, you may not be able to tell which person in the room is your surgeon, which is an aide or nurse, and which person will be taking care of anesthesia. The scrubs, caps and masks hide everything but the eyes of these relatively unfamiliar people....

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 5, 2018

It may be widely assumed amongst many in Seattle that teen drivers pose a greater risk to other motorists than adults. Yet is there any evidence to back up this assumption, and if there is, could those entrust teens with vehicles also be held liable for any car accidents they may cause? Statistics show that...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on December 28, 2017

During a difficult labor, a health care provider may determine that the baby is at risk if it cannot be delivered quickly. In such cases, one of the options that may be presented is vacuum extraction. A mother who opts for vacuum extraction at a Washington hospital should be aware that it is not a...

Posted in Firm News, Injuries on December 19, 2017

The Amtrak derailment near Tacoma, Washington, on December 18, 2017, was a devastating accident. The train was traveling from Seattle to Portland when it careened off its track over a stretch of Interstate 5. The train was traveling at a speed of 80 mph on a 30 mph stretch of track. Investigators are saying...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on December 16, 2017

Because doctors are required to complete rigorous educational requirements and participate in extensive on-the-job training before commencing a career, many Washington people place a high level of trust in their health care provider. However, there are times when doctors are at risk of making critical errors, which can result from exhaustion, carelessness or lack...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on December 15, 2017

A car crashed into you on I-5 and caused serious injuries that sent you to a Washington hospital. There could have been a number of factors that led to the crash, and it could be negligent driving. We at Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., understand how state law defines negligent driving in the first...