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The Importance of Documenting Evidence After A Slip And Fall Accident
May 18Slip and fall accidents are not just a winter phenomenon caused by ice and snow. They can happen anywhere, at any time, and for various reasons, including the negligence of property owners and managers. These accidents can result in severe injuries and even death, leading to costly medical bills and legal battles. Sometimes a victim...View Article -
10 Factors That Determine the Value of a Personal Injury Settlement
May 1Depending on its severity, sustaining a personal injury can be a life-altering physical and financial experience. If the injury results from another person’s negligence or deliberate actions, you have the right to be compensated for your losses through a personal injury settlement. However, assessing a personal injury settlement is complicated depending on several factors that...View Article -
RAISE YOUR AWARENESS ABOUT DISTRACTED DRIVING
Apr 3Distracted driving is one of the fastest growing safety issues on the road today. Every day, thousands of people are injured in distracted driving accidents. It only takes a few seconds of taking your eyes off the road for an unfortunate accident to happen. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 3,142 people were...View Article -
Types of Damages in a Car Accident Claim
Mar 23Lawyers often use the term “damages” when discussing car accident-related claims and cases. However, there isn’t just one type of damage that can be pertinent to you if you’ve been in a car crash. Typically, three types of damage could apply economic damages, non-economic damages, and punitive damages. It’s important to understand the makeup of...View Article -
How Do I Choose a Good Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
Mar 12Choosing the right lawyer is critical in any legal situation, especially motorcycle accidents, which frequently result in serious injuries. Finding an experienced motorcycle injury lawyer who can effectively represent your case is important for building the foundation for your insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. When choosing a motorcycle crash lawyer, it matters most to...View Article -
Who Is Liable if a Product Is Defective?
Feb 17According to reports from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, around 29.4 million injuries are reported yearly in the United States due to defective or malfunctioning products. More than 20,000 people end up dying as a result of the injuries that they suffer. The time after an accident involving a defective product can be incredibly...View Article -
Can You Sue for Pain and Suffering in Virginia?
Feb 10In Womack v. Eldridge, 210 S.E.2d 145 (1974), the Virginia Supreme Court recognized that the deliberate infliction of emotional distress upon a victim is cause for legal action. As such, people who suffer injuries and emotional distress from accidents in our state can pursue legal action against the responsible party. To claim compensation for pain...View Article -
What Is the Meaning of Wrongful Death?
Jan 27In simplest terms, wrongful death is the death of a person due to another party’s wrongful actions. The term is generally used concerning a civil cause of action brought about by family members of the deceased. If someone were to die as the result of someone else’s misconduct, the death could be seen as wrongful,...View Article -
Tips to Avoid Dog Bites
Jan 20While dog owners have a legal responsibility for their pets, learning how to interact properly with dogs is essential these days. It is especially important to teach young children the best practices when around dogs as well. Knowing how to interact with dogs can help keep everyone safe and sound and allow you and those...View Article -
Types of Negligence & How They Apply in Different Scenarios
Dec 28Personal injury law in the United States hinges on the existence of negligence. Negligence is the failure of a person to act as a reasonably prudent person under the circumstances. To prove negligence, the defendant must first have owed a duty to the plaintiff. Then, the plaintiff must have committed a breach of that duty,...View Article -
Should I Sue a Friend or a Family Member After an Accident?
Dec 14You’ve been in an accident with a close friend or a family member. It’s a sticky situation because while you are close, there is damage to you or your property. Those damages cost money. An accident is an accident, and you don’t want to be on the hook for something you weren’t responsible for. Suing...View Article -
Contributory Negligence, Explained
Nov 15When people think of the word “negligence,” they may think of an action by another person that intentionally or unintentionally causes harm to someone else. Under the law, the person who causes damage is referred to as the tortfeasor, while the person harmed is known as the victim. But what happens when an accident victim...View Article -
5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
Nov 4A personal injury is something none of us ever want to experience. These injuries are unpredictable, traumatic, and in most cases, expensive. Not only do you have to consider the costly medical bills resulting from your injuries, but you may also have lost wages due to time missed at work and other damages that affect...View Article -
Teen Driver Risk Factors
Oct 24Becoming a licensed driver is a significant event in any teen’s life. Unfortunately, it can be terrifying for parents and caregivers. Driving is an enormous responsibility, and it is a task that requires quick decision-making. The reality is that teens are more likely to be in car accidents because of their lack of driving experience....View Article -
Safety Tips for Drivers & Pedestrians
Oct 6More than 125 pedestrians were fatally injured due to motor vehicle accidents in 2021 in the state of Virginia. The total figure of pedestrian fatalities and injuries continues to increase yearly, despite the strict laws and regulations we have in place. Pedestrians and motorists must engage in safe practices while sharing the road to decrease...View Article -
Top 5 Factors Avoiding Car Accidents
Sep 23Playing it safe on the road can sometimes be easier said than done. After all, you don’t have control over other drivers. If you or other drivers are involved in risky behaviors on the road or are inexperienced, your odds of getting into a car accident are that much higher. But there are things you can do to...View Article