The majority of personal injury cases are settled without going to court. In fact, data from the Bureau of Justice Statistics shows that only about 3% to 4% of personal injury cases ever reach trial, meaning most are resolved through out-of-court settlements. This means that…
After being injured in a negligence-based accident in Virginia Beach, it is important to be mindful of the state’s statute of limitations. A statute of limitations is the state-determined deadline by which you must either file a lawsuit or settle your case. Should the statute…
Imagine if a mom named Lisa buys a new pressure cooker from a local department store. She uses it a few times without any issues. Then she decides to use it to cook Christmas dinner one year. She follows the instructions as she always has,…
If you’ve been involved in an accident and are considering legal action, the first step in protecting your rights is often a free consultation with a Virginia Beach personal injury lawyer. This consultation is your opportunity to learn about the legal process, understand your rights,…
Hampton Roads, Virginia (encompassing the areas of Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Portsmouth, VA) continues to face challenges in traffic safety. In 2024 alone, the region reported 160 fatalities and nearly 10,000 injuries due to car crashes, with a significant number…
Car accidents are often traumatic events, and the aftermath can leave victims dealing with a range of physical and emotional injuries. Among the most common and potentially serious injuries that can result from a car accident are headaches. While some headaches may seem mild and…
Many people rely on Medicare to pay for their medical care. This federal health insurance coverage can be helpful if a victim suffers a personal injury in an accident. Under Virginia law, every accident victim has the right to pursue damages against the party responsible…
Imagine being a Virginia resident who suffers a devastating injury because of a preventable surgical error. The consequences are life-altering. You suffer from paralysis and chronic pain, and you need round-the-clock care for the rest of your life. You file a medical malpractice claim, and…
A sudden accident can turn a family’s world upside down. Imagine a case in which a husband and father of two is killed in a tragic highway crash caused by a distracted commercial truck driver. Suddenly, that man’s spouse and children are put in a…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1.4 million people suffer a traumatic brain injury (also known as a TBI) each year. Of that total, approximately 70,000 victims do not survive due to the severity of the injury. TBIs have differing levels of severity (ranging…
