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The Most Common Locations for Car Accidents

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,…

By Eric Washburn

/ 26 Feb 2021

The Most Common Locations for Car Accidents

Virginia Premises Liability Lawsuits

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…

By Eric Washburn

/ 19 Feb 2021

Do I Need a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?

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…

By Eric Washburn

/ 16 Feb 2021

Do I Need a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?

Cyclist in Critical Condition After Being Struck by Alleged Drunk Driver

Virginia Beach, VA Police report a cyclist is in critical condition with serious personal injuries after being hit by a vehicle driven by a suspected drunk driver. The accident occurred on February 9, 2021, at approximately 3 p.m. in front of the Burger King in…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 12 Feb 2021

Cyclist in Critical Condition After Being Struck by Alleged Drunk Driver

Why You Should Speak to a Virginia Car Accident Attorney Before Settling with the Insurance Company

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.…

By Eric Washburn

/ 26 Jan 2021

Why You Should Speak to a Virginia Car Accident Attorney Before Settling with the Insurance Company

Common Factors in Virginia Car Accidents

According to data collected from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, there were 827 victims killed in vehicle accidents in 2019. Data also reveals that there is an average of 180 people injured in car accidents every single day in the state. The Virginia personal…

By Eric Washburn

/ 12 Jan 2021

Common Factors in Virginia Car Accidents

Is It Too Late to Hire a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?

It is not uncommon for people who are injured in accidents caused by another party to put off speaking with a personal injury attorney. One of the most common reasons is that they are overwhelmed by the whole experience – the trauma of the accident,…

By Eric Washburn

/ 5 Jan 2021

Is It Too Late to Hire a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?

Defective Christmas Decoration Injury Liability

As the song goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Part of the magic for many families is decorating the inside and outside of their homes with festive holiday decorations and lights. But according to national statistics, between 2007 to 2016, more than…

By Eric Washburn

/ 8 Dec 2020

Defective Christmas Decoration Injury Liability

What Is Duty of Care in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

When a victim is injured in an accident caused by the negligence or recklessness of another party, their Virginia Beach personal injury attorney can pursue a case on their behalf against that party in order to obtain financial compensation for the losses their injuries have…

By Eric Washburn

/ 1 Dec 2020

What Is Duty of Care in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Keeping Children Safe From Dangerous Toys

It’s that time of year again, where millions of children all across the country will be making their lists for Santa of those special toys that they just absolutely can’t live without. This means that millions of parents will be on the hunt for those…

By Randy Appleton

/ 24 Nov 2020

Keeping Children Safe From Dangerous Toys

The Most Common Locations for Car Accidents

Virginia Premises Liability Lawsuits

Do I Need a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?

Cyclist in Critical Condition After Being Struck by Alleged Drunk Driver

Why You Should Speak to a Virginia Car Accident Attorney Before Settling with the Insurance Company

Common Factors in Virginia Car Accidents

Is It Too Late to Hire a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?

Top 10 Civil Justice Stories of 2020: Part Two (i.e. The Top 5)

Top 10 Civil Justice Stories of 2020: Part One

Defective Christmas Decoration Injury Liability

What Is Duty of Care in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Keeping Children Safe From Dangerous Toys