When a person is involved in a car crash, it can be an extremely stressful experience. The majority of crashes occur with no warning, in…
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Deaths of Tom Petty, Prince Connected by Dangerous Opioid Medication
Fentanyl robbed the word of two irreplaceable musical geniuses in less than 18 months. Prince unintentionally overdosed on a combination of fentanyl and the similar,…
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Who Is Responsible for Injuries in a Pedicab Accident?
There’s a different mode of transportation that many people who live or visit Virginia and other states around the country are trying – pedicabs. Pedicabs…
It’s Past Time to Remove Virginia’s Cap on Punitive Damages
A federal appeals court decision in a case out of Tennessee could invalidate unjust statutory caps on punitive damages in many other states, including Virginia.…
Top 10 Civil Justice Stories for 2018: Part Two (i.e. the Top Five)
We have reached the top five civil justice stories of 2018. This is Part II of Legal Examiner’s annual compilation of the 10 most important…
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What’s Added to Hernia and Pelvic Polypropylene Mesh?
Hernia mesh is made of polypropylene (PP), a cheap polymer that comes from the petroleum industry. At least one trial gave us a closer look…
It Can Wait: Drivers Who Use Cellphones Cause Irreversible Tragedies
A recent tragedy in a D.C. intersection stands as a reminder of the heartbreaking consequences that can result when someone chooses to use their phone…
Potterville Water Contamination Allegedly Caused Serious Injuries, According to Lawsuit
A lawsuit filed on behalf of several Potterville residents earlier this month claims that contaminated water and air has led to significant injuries and illnesses. …
