An experienced personal injury attorney with dual licensure in Virginia and North Carolina, Eric Washburn received a B.B.A. in Finance from James Madison University.
Most car accident injuries manifest fairly quickly, but some can take several days or even weeks to make themselves known. In some situations, a life-threatening injury can worsen over the course of a few weeks before the victim even suspects that their symptoms might be…
Regardless of whether you are on a sailboat, a motorboat, a jet ski, or a canoe, Virginia’s waterways can be extremely dangerous. During the summer, boat accidents are a common occurrence in Virginia Beach, the James River, the Rappahannock River, and the Chesapeake Bay. Fortunately,…
Every year, an average of 1.2 million burn victims are admitted to hospital emergency rooms for treatment of severe burns. These victims have no choice but to endure extreme, prolonged physical pain and discomfort, as well as an uncertain recovery. How long do burn injuries…
Car accidents can affect different victims in different ways. Most car accidents leave their victims with physical injuries, facing a long recovery period and serious financial hardships caused by a growing pile of hospital bills. Car accidents can also have psychological impacts on their victims. B
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…
There are several different types of nursing home abuse. Those who live in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities can be exposed to physical, sexual, financial, and emotional abuse by the people or institution that is supposed to be looking after them. Nursing home…
Car accidents are already extremely stressful events, but when the at-fault driver flees the scene, things become that much more complicated. In this situation, it is perfectly normal to be concerned about whether or not you will be able to collect compensation for your injuries…
Under Virginia law, there are two distinct legal actions that can be pursued when a person dies as a result of another party’s negligence or recklessness: a wrongful death claim and a survival action. While both actions are a result of the victim’s death, they…
It’s summertime in Virginia. It’s a fantastic time to go outside and enjoy many of the things our state has to offer. Trips to the beach, barbecues, picnics, and camping are just a few of the things you can do to relax, unwind, and enjoy…
Distracted driving is responsible for an estimated 34% of all motor vehicle accidents every year. A problem that is attributed in no small part to rapid progress in modern technologies, such as the smartphone. The dangers created by texting while driving and other types of…
Recent research has recently emerged that sheds light on why radiologists may sometimes miss certain diseases or conditions in medical imaging scans. Radiologists play a crucial role in interpreting images such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to identify and diagnose diseases, but continuing research,
A traumatic brain injury is a serious injury that could have long-lasting or permanent effects that influence numerous areas of your life. Victims who sustain a traumatic brain injury usually require intense and ongoing medical care in order to recover. What kinds of mental trauma…
