Though there are a variety of public transportation options in Virginia, driving is still an appropriate choice for many. Being able to transport oneself throughout the city efficiently has an extraordinary impact on the quality of life for an individual. As an individual gets older,…
Plaintiffs—that is, victims—in North Carolina personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits can recover punitive damages. According to Chapter 1D of the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S.), the monetary noncriminal penalties against the individual or organization that caused the injury or death are assessed “to punish…
Any type of accident can cause personal injuries. The time it takes to recover from those injuries depends on the circumstances of the incident. Some injuries may sideline a victim for a few days or a week before they are able to resume normal activities,…
The official start of summer is just weeks away, bringing with it the warm weather that attracts motorcycle enthusiasts to the roads, so it is a critical reminder to all motorists to watch for motorcycles. There are approximately 200,000 motorcycles registered here in Virginia, however,…
When it comes to bad weather driving, many people likely think that it is during the winter months that are the most dangerous since snow, ice, and other wintery weather conditions make the roads perilous. However, national statistics reveal that it is actually the months…
Unsurprisingly, the two-part question posed in the title has two answers. No, an Instacart shopper cannot file a workers’ comp claim. Yes, grounds for a slip and fall lawsuit may exist. Both responses merit fuller explanations. Slips and Falls Are a Real Risk First, slips…
Over the past few years, food delivery services have become popular, but with Virginia and the rest of the country dealing with the COVID-19 crisis, companies like Door Dash, Grub Hub, Postmates, and Uber Eats are not only providing a way for families to enjoy…
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, CRPS, leaves its victims in excruciating pain with the feeling they are in the midst of a lonely, uphill battle with no end in sight. CRPS occurs most often after trauma to a limb. An inflammatory condition, the nerves misfire, sending…
Pets. They give us unconditional love. And we love them back. They are members of the family, and we treat them as such. We do our best to take care of them and feed them. However, with more than 100-million pets overweight or obese in…
Interstitial cystitis (IC) drug Elmiron (pentosan polysulfate sodium or PPS) has been on the market since 1996. Recent studies have linked long-term use of this drug to an increased risk of a rare form of eye damage called pigmentary maculopathy. Individuals who used the product…
