Every motorcycle accident is different because there are unique circumstances involved. However, several types of injuries are more common than others among riders hurt in motorcycle accidents. These injuries underscore the importance of seeing a doctor and talking to a Virginia motorcycle accident lawyer about…
Car accidents are so common today, that the majority of them do not even make the local news anymore. But as any car accident victim can attest, the impact injuries from the crash can have on your life can be overwhelming. If you have been…
2021 will be remembered as a historic year, largely due to the continued devastation wrought by the Coronavirus Pandemic. However, there were other significant stories, especially in the realm of civil justice. Those stories comprise our top-10 list for 2021. Legal Examiner’s annual compilation of…
Speeding is becoming so commonplace on our roads that we do not give it much thought when we see someone driving above the speed limit. However, this dangerous habit is proving to be one of the topmost causes of traffic accidents, accounting for a quarter…
Virginia has just voted to become the 16th state in the country to legalize marijuana for adults. On Saturday, February 27th, the Virginia House passed the measure in a 48-43 vote, and the Senate approved it in a 20-19 vote. Under the new law, marijuana…
Many accident victims are unsure where to turn for help when their injuries have resulted in medical bills, lost wages, and other losses. They worry they can’t afford an attorney, especially with the extra financial losses their injuries are causing them. However, talking to a…
We have reached the top five civil justice stories of 2020. This is Part II of Legal Examiner’s annual compilation of the 10 most important civil cases of 2020, created by Virginia Beach, VA attorney-author Richard N. (Rick) Shapiro and his research assistants, a year…
It is fair to say 2020 will be remembered as a historic year, primarily due to the devastation wrought by the Coronavirus Pandemic. However, there were other significant stories, especially in the realm of civil justice. Those stories comprise our top-10 list for 2020, including…
When a victim is injured in an accident caused by the negligence or recklessness of another party, their Virginia Beach personal injury attorney can pursue a case on their behalf against that party in order to obtain financial compensation for the losses their injuries have…
Yes. But, as usual, the simplest answer hides a great deal of complexity and nuance. Drivers always have a duty to watch for and share the road safely with pedestrians. Failing to meet that duty by operating in a negligent or reckless manner creates legal…
