For over twenty years, Mr. Sharp's law practice has focused on serious personal injury claims, including traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury claims. He also handles nursing home neglect cases and medical malpractice claims.
The phrase “under the influence” does not only refer to the consumption of alcohol. If you were injured in a car accident that was caused by someone driving under the influence of prescription drugs, you are just as eligible to collect financial compensation as you…
More than 6 million motor vehicle accidents take place every year in the United States. That averages out to around 13 accidents every single minute. If you have been injured in an accident caused by a reckless driver, do not underestimate the severity of your…
In the aftermath of a truck accident, gathering evidence is crucial for determining liability and seeking compensation for damages. One valuable source of evidence in truck accident investigations is the truck’s black box, also known as an event data recorder (EDR). The black box is…
Most people have been involved in at least one traffic collision and, odds are, it was a rear-end accident. According to statistics published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, rear-end collisions make up 23% of all traffic accidents, and while many people envision a…
If you are involved in a personal injury accident, an insurance adjuster is going to approach you at some point and ask you to sign a medical release form. Although the request sounds innocuous enough, consenting can actually be highly problematic. Signing the release form…
There is no doubt that seat belts are crucial safety devices that protect vehicle occupants during car accidents. Multiple studies have shown that seat belts save thousands of lives every year. But while they significantly reduce the risk of severe injuries, there are instances where…
Motorcycle accidents are damaging both emotionally and physically. If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, do you know what your priorities need to be? What are the benefits of a motorcycle accident lawsuit? The most important step to take following a motorcycle accident is…
Premises liability law states that a property owner can be held responsible in cases where a person sustains an injury while on their property. This area of law holds property owners accountable for maintaining their property in reasonably safe condition. This includes protecting against deck…
Being involved in a traffic accident is something that most people, unfortunately, experience at one time or another. If you find yourself in this situation, you might not be sure what you should do next, and making a mistake could jeopardize your right to compensation.…
One of the first questions that most people involved in Virginia personal injury claims have is how long will their claim take to settle? Regrettably, the other person’s insurance carrier will usually attempt to drag the process out, while additional factors that may or may…
There are more than 5 million vehicle accidents reported each year and almost 40,000 victims of those crashes do not survive. Approximately 1.5 million people suffer injuries in those accidents. Serious injuries can affect the driver, passengers in the vehicle, and even other people on…
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…
