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.
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…
Commercial truck accidents are often the most devastating that occur. These vehicles are massive in both size and weight, making many accidents with passenger vehicles catastrophic. While there are many different reasons why truck accidents occur, one of the most common is truck driver fatigue.…
In Virginia – just as in every other state in the country – any victim who is injured in an accident or incident that is a result of another party’s negligence or recklessness is allowed to pursue a legal claim against that party to recover…
When a person is involved in a car accident, the hours following that crash can be stressful and confusing as they try to determine if they have suffered any injuries in the accident. Unfortunately, there are many types of injuries that car accident victims sustain…
Although many people are getting their COVID vaccines and numbers are slowly beginning to come down, the medical community is still advising people to be cautious as states begin to lift their restrictions. As people begin planning their summer vacations around these recommendations, many are…
When a victim is involved in an accident and they suffer physical injuries, those injuries are usually evident. Broken bones, bruises, contusions, etc., all leave their mark, whether for a short while or permanently. However, what many people do not realize is that accident victims…
When consumers purchase products, they expect that the product has gone through extensive safety testing and a rigorous approval process before it is introduced to the public. Unfortunately, this is not always the case and dangerous products often find their way into consumers’ homes, resulting…
Americans spent the majority of 2020 at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people worked from home, most schools – including colleges and universities – had online and virtual classrooms, and most businesses were closed. Even the businesses that were opened had limited capacity.…
Every year, about 39 million people require medical attention for a variety of personal injuries. Shapiro, Appleton & Washburn have been advocating for injured clients for more than 35 years. At our firm, we only practice personal injury law and we only represent the victims,…
When you go onto another party’s property – whether that is a residential property or a business – there is a logical expectation that the property will be safe and free of any hazards. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case and people become injury victims…
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…
Victims who are injured in accidents caused by another party can not only result in painful injuries that require medical treatment and recovery, but these situations can also result in financial difficulties if the victim is unable to work while they recover from their injuries.…
