You know that a driver who hits and injures a bike rider can be held liable for paying the crash victim’s medical bills and providing compensation for pain and suffering. You most likely also understand that a pedestrian can have grounds for filing insurance claims…
Virginia Law does not allow insurance companies to automatically exclude coverage for chiropractic treatments and adjustments. Whether the settlement you and your Virginia personal injury attorney negotiate actually includes money to pay for past and ongoing visits to your chiropractor will depend on several factors.…
According to national statistics, more than 200,000 children arrive in emergency rooms each year because of injuries they sustain at parks and playgrounds. The most common cause of injuries is falls, which are responsible for almost 45 percent of ER visits. Another 25 percent of…
Most people never expect to be involved in a vehicle crash, yet according to multiple studies, the average person will be involved in a crash on average every 17 years. For drivers who get their licenses in their teens, this means they will be in…
As a father and outdoor enthusiast, I could not look away from this headline on the Today website: “7-Year-Old Boy, 2 Other Kids Injured in July 4th ATV Accident.” The tragedy occurred in Dade City, Florida (FL). According to State Highway Patrol officials, the young…
The national statistics regarding car crashes are jarring. There are more than 38,000 victims who die in vehicle accidents every year. This comes out to 12 deaths for every 100,000 people. Car accidents are the leading cause of death for people who are between the…
When out for an evening with friends or at other social events where alcohol is served, we may have developed different strategies to prevent being pulled over and cited for driving under the influence (DUI). Unfortunately, studies show that even modest amounts of alcohol can…
For parents, the day their teenager gets their driver’s license is the day they can retire from being a chauffeur. No more carpooling kids to school or waiting outside movie theatres when your child is late for the pre-arranged pick up time. Unfortunately, it can…
Most of us have older adults in our lives who are either friends or family members. While many of them are still independent despite advanced years, it is natural to worry about their health and their overall safety. They are likely to require at least…
When a driver gets into a vehicle and turns the ignition key, they are making an unspoken commitment that they are in good health and are able to safely operate their vehicle. But as national car accident statistics show, there are too many people who…
