The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) estimates that 9,188 pedestrians died in traffic or non-traffic incidents in 2022. (Non-traffic incidents occur in driveways, parking lots, or other private property areas.) The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) notes that deaths from vehicle crashes with…
Although Halloween is a holiday often associated with children, costumes, and trick-or-treating, many adults also enjoy dressing up and going to Halloween parties and events. Costume parties, witch balls, and private house parties are held across Virginia and the United States. So why would Virginia…
There is no doubt that understaffing in nursing homes is a significant issue in Virginia and across the country. Not having enough staff often leads to abuse and neglect of residents. Incredibly, one major investigation found that regulators have allowed thousands of nursing homes nationwide…
Wrongful death claims arise when a person dies due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions of another party. Virginia law allows survivors of victims whose death was caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another party or parties to pursue financial compensation. Some…
Currently, 24 states have legalized the recreational use of marijuana. Another 14 states now allow the drug for medical uses (requiring a medical card issued by the state). In 2021, the state of Virginia passed a law that allows adults to legally possess up to…
Charitable immunity is a legal doctrine that shields certain charitable organizations from liability in personal injury claims. To qualify for charitable immunity, an individual or organization must show that they were engaged in providing aid, shelter, emergency response, advice, or comfort at the time that…
As fun as riding a motorcycle can be, the truth is that there is a much higher risk of suffering a serious to fatal injury in a motorcycle accident than there is if you are in a vehicle. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety…
Each year, the U.S. Coast Guard releases recreational boating statistics that detail the number of boating accidents and fatalities that occurred that year. These statistics include data on “water jet” vehicles, or personal watercraft, also colloquially referred to as “jet skis.” In 2023, data shows…
A 51-year-old woman was trespassing in a Portsmouth, Virginia, neighborhood residence when she was attacked, mauled, and severely injured by the owner’s three pit bulls. After being transported to the hospital, she died of her injuries. Authorities took the three dogs into custody. Under Virginia’s…
Seven people have suffered injuries—including broken teeth and a dislocated shoulder—after crashing on Hover-1 Dynamo E-scooters, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The scooters’ brakes can fail, which poses a risk of serious injury for all riders. As a result, the DGL…
