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Who is the Plaintiff in a Personal Injury Case?

If you sustained injuries that were caused by someone else’s negligence, you might require the aid of a personal injury attorney. Most people who have never been involved in a personal injury case before, find the legal jargon confusing. It may, therefore, be useful to…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 22 Jan 2024

Who is the Plaintiff in a Personal Injury Case?

How Often Do “Sentinel Events” Happen in the Medical Industry?

The Joint Commission recently released its Sentinel Event Data on serious adverse events that occurred from Jan. 1 through June 30, 2023. Serious adverse medical events are a kind of a euphemism within the medical community that often refers to serious medical errors, never events,…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 14 Jan 2024

How Often Do “Sentinel Events” Happen in the Medical Industry?

What Evidence Can Prove a Distracted Driving Accident?

Distracted driving is the leading cause of severe and deadly motor vehicle collisions in Virginia Beach and throughout the United States. You might strongly suspect that the other driver involved in the accident is to blame because they were distracted, but suspicion is not enough…

By Eric Washburn

/ 8 Jan 2024

What Evidence Can Prove a Distracted Driving Accident?

What is a Medical Never Event?

Unless they work in the medical field, most Virginians have never heard the phrase “never event.” In a healthcare hospital setting, a never event is exactly what it sounds like; an event that should never happen. Catastrophic unintended incidents that take place during medical treatments,…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 2 Jan 2024

Factors That Determine Accident Compensation Payouts

Accidents can lead to physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial hardships. In many cases, Virginia law allows accident victims to pursue legal action for financial compensation for their losses. The amount of compensation awarded depends on various factors, and understanding these factors i

By Eric Washburn

/ 29 Dec 2023

Factors That Determine Accident Compensation Payouts

What Are My Rights if I Was Injured By a Defective Product?

Every day, people purchase products under the assumption that they are safe to use. Even though manufacturers are expected to warn consumers of any potential hazards and recall their products if they present a serious danger, this isn’t always the case. In fact, defective consumer products are…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 25 Dec 2023

What Are My Rights if I Was Injured By a Defective Product?

What Should I Do If I Think I Have Whiplash After a Car Accident?

Serious car accidents often inflict physical, emotional, and financial difficulties on a person’s life usually due to exorbitant bills associated with their injuries. Whiplash is one of the most common car accident injuries, affecting about 65% of all accident victims. The symptoms that initially ac

By Eric Washburn

/ 19 Dec 2023

What Should I Do If I Think I Have Whiplash After a Car Accident?

How Do I Prove Lost Wages After a Car Accident?

Car accidents have different effects on the lives of their victims. You may discover that the nature and scope of your injuries combined with the emotional trauma you experience prevent you from returning to work. Whether you have to exhaust your personal days and sick days or…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 12 Dec 2023

How Do I Prove Lost Wages After a Car Accident?

What Are My Rights After a Spinal Cord Injury?

Even a minor spinal cord injury can be a life-changing experience accompanied by adverse physical, financial, and emotional impacts. Although spinal cord injuries can occur in almost any type of accident, they are much more common in some than others. For example, data published by…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 4 Dec 2023

What Are My Rights After a Spinal Cord Injury?

What Is the Statute of Limitations in a Car Accident Claim?

When you’re involved in a car accident in Virginia, the statute of limitations is one of the critical factors that can impact your ability to seek compensation. The statute of limitations is a legal time limit within which you must file a lawsuit to pursue…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 3 Dec 2023

What Is the Statute of Limitations in a Car Accident Claim?

Who is Liable for My Hampton Slip-and-Fall Accident Caused by Winter Weather?

Although slip-and-fall accidents take place every day, a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that reports of these accidents increase significantly during winter months due to snow, rain, sleet, and freezing temperatures. These weather conditions can turn regular

By Richard Shapiro

/ 28 Nov 2023

Who is Liable for My Hampton Slip-and-Fall Accident Caused by Winter Weather?