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What is a Medical Release Form and Do I Have to Sign It?

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 25 May 2023

What is a Medical Release Form and Do I Have to Sign It?

While Saving Lives, Seat Belts Can Also Reduce Serious Injuries in a Virginia Car Crash

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 23 May 2023

While Saving Lives, Seat Belts Can Also Reduce Serious Injuries in a Virginia Car Crash

What Should I Do After a Virginia Motorcycle Accident?

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 21 May 2023

What Should I Do After a Virginia Motorcycle Accident?

What Is the Difference Between Licensees, Invitees, and Trespassers?

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 18 May 2023

What Is the Difference Between Licensees, Invitees, and Trespassers?

Study: Why Is the Rate of Radiology Errors So High?

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,

By Eric Washburn

/ 16 May 2023

Study: Why Is the Rate of Radiology Errors So High?

Mistakes to Avoid After a Virginia Traffic Accident

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.…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 14 May 2023

Mistakes to Avoid After a Virginia Traffic Accident

How Long Will It Take to Settle My Virginia Personal Injury Claim?

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 11 May 2023

How Long Will It Take to Settle My Virginia Personal Injury Claim?

Signs of a Brain Injury after a Car Accident

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 10 May 2023

Signs of a Brain Injury after a Car Accident

What Are the Most Dangerous Types of Driver Negligence in Virginia Beach?

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 9 May 2023

What Are the Most Dangerous Types of Driver Negligence in Virginia Beach?

What Are the Emotional Consequences of a Traumatic Brain Injury?

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…

By Eric Washburn

/ 7 May 2023

What Are the Emotional Consequences of a Traumatic Brain Injury?

Car Accidents Caused by Sun Glare

One of the most frustrating things for a driver to deal with is sun glare. Sun glare is when the sunlight obstructs a vehicle’s windshield. This makes it very difficult for a driver to see anything on the road in front of them. And since…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 4 May 2023

Who Can I Sue for My Virginia Gym Accident?

While sore joints and aching muscles are common side effects of a grueling workout, more severe injuries can occur at the gym that result in not only physical pain, but financial, and personal damages as well. Unfortunately, bringing a suit against a person or business…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 3 May 2023

Who Can I Sue for My Virginia Gym Accident?