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Who Is Liable When a Child Is Injured By a Dangerous Toy?

Each year, the Consumer Product Safety Commission stops the production of many hazardous toys from reaching the hands of little ones. Without fail, each year, there is the inevitable media story of a family whose defective toy ruined their holiday celebration.

By Andrew R. Stover

/ 16 Dec 2024

Who Is Liable When a Child Is Injured By a Dangerous Toy?

Rick Shapiro Presenting at FELA Seminar

Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp is excited to announce that Attorney Rick Shapiro will be a featured speaker in an upcoming Strafford live video webinar titled “Federal Employers Liability Act Litigation: Proving or Contesting Negligence, Key Evidence, Interplay With State Laws.” This informative event i

By Richard Shapiro

/ 8 Dec 2024

Pre-Existing Conditions: Should I Reveal Them in a Personal Injury Claim?

If you are hurt in an accident and decide to pursue a personal injury claim, you may wonder if you should reveal your pre-existing medical conditions. You may have heard that insurance companies sometimes try to claim that any injuries related to a pre-existing condition…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 18 Nov 2024

Pre-Existing Conditions: Should I Reveal Them in a Personal Injury Claim?

Can I Sue My Chiropractor for Malpractice?

Most people are aware that the law allows victims to sue for medical malpractice if they have suffered injury or illness because of the negligence of a medical provider or facility. Typically, when one thinks of malpractice, they often think of medical professionals such as…

By Eric Washburn

/ 12 Nov 2024

Can I Sue My Chiropractor for Malpractice?

I Was Hit By A Car While In a Crosswalk—What Do I Do?

What if you were hit as a pedestrian? Your rights differ depending on whether you were in a crosswalk or not at the time of the accident.

By Eric Washburn

/ 5 Nov 2024

I Was Hit By A Car While In a Crosswalk—What Do I Do?

Halloween Hazards: Drunk Driving and Pedestrian Accidents

The combination of increased alcohol consumption and a surge of pedestrians, often vulnerable children, poses a significant risk for accidents on Halloween. Understanding these risks and taking proactive measures is paramount to ensuring everyone stays safe.

By Richard Shapiro

/ 29 Oct 2024

Halloween Hazards: Drunk Driving and Pedestrian Accidents

Multiple Investigations Reveal Serious Nursing Home Abuse Issues

There is no doubt that understaffing in nursing homes is a significant issue in Virginia and across the country. Not having enough staff often leads to abuse and neglect of residents.

By James St. Clair

/ 16 Oct 2024

Multiple Investigations Reveal Serious Nursing Home Abuse Issues

Understanding a Virginia Beach Wrongful Death Claim

Wrongful death claims arise when a person dies due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions of another party. Virginia law allows survivors of victims whose death was caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another party or parties to pursue financial compensation. Some…

By Eric Washburn

/ 11 Oct 2024

Understanding a Virginia Beach Wrongful Death Claim

Marijuana Use and Virginia Beach Car Accidents

People who use marijuana often do not think their driving is affected because the effects of marijuana are different than the effects of alcohol. However, there is a significant impact that using pot has on a driver’s ability to drive.

By Andrew R. Stover

/ 4 Oct 2024

Marijuana Use and Virginia Beach Car Accidents

Charitable Immunity in Virginia Personal Injury Claims

Charitable immunity is a legal doctrine that shields certain charitable organizations from liability in personal injury claims. To qualify for charitable immunity, an individual or organization must show that they were engaged in providing aid, shelter, emergency response, advice, or comfort at the

By Eric Washburn

/ 19 Sep 2024

Charitable Immunity in Virginia Personal Injury Claims

Pursing Damages for Motorcycle Accident Injuries

As fun as riding a motorcycle can be, the truth is that there is a much higher risk of suffering a serious to fatal injury in a motorcycle accident than there is if you are in a vehicle.

By Andrew R. Stover

/ 13 Sep 2024

Pursing Damages for Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Can You Sue for a Jet Ski Accident Injury?

In 2023, data shows 1,134 jet skis were involved in accidents in the United States. A total of 660 people collided with another recreational vehicle, and 52 people died.

By Andrew R. Stover

/ 5 Sep 2024

Can You Sue for a Jet Ski Accident Injury?