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New Asbestos Claim Killer Making Its Way Through Congress

The Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act, also referred to as the FACT Act, passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, poses significant harm to asbestos victims and their families. In short, the FACT Act would forfeit the privacy of individuals suffering from asbestos disease by…

By Randy Appleton

/ 30 Jan 2016

Stay Safe on the Roads This Winter

It’s the time of year when the roads get icy, snowy, and treacherous. Though, it’s been rather balmy in Virginia Beach during the “winter” of 2015 (knock on wood). Nevertheless, this blog is meant to provide some essential safety tips and guidelines to travelers who…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 31 Dec 2015

Raised Liability Cap on Passenger Train Crashes May Still Prove Inadequate

The federal highway bill approved at the beginning of December 2015 included two good news/bad news provisions for travelers who use passenger and commuter trains. On the positive side, the $305 billion spending package intended to cover the next five years of U.S. government ground…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 28 Dec 2015

Injured in a Car Accident? Important Virginia Auto Insurance Coverage Info

If you or a loved one is involved in a serious car accident, there is likely to be significant property damage to your vehicle and physical injuries requiring medical care. In these unfortunate situations, you will likely need to file a claim through your auto…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 7 Dec 2015

Damages Available From a North Carolina Wrongful Death Lawsuit

The sudden loss of a loved one in an accident is always a heartbreaking event. In the blink of an eye, your entire world can be turned upside down. If you lost a loved one in an accident caused by the carelessness of another party,…

By The Legal Examiner

/ 20 Nov 2015

How to Document Your Injuries After a Serious Virginia Beach Car Accident

After being involved in a car accident in Virginia Beach, you will probably be shaken up; rightfully so. But, you’re first thought needs to be your physical health and your next thought should be gathering evidence to strengthen your personal injury claim. Immediately following the…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 3 Nov 2015

Understanding Personal Injury Attorney’s Fees

The phrase, “no fee if no recovery,” is more than likely a phrase you’ve become acquainted with if you sustained injuries in a car accident and sought legal help. Most North Carolina personal injury attorneys have a “no fee if no recovery” policy. In short,…

By Randy Appleton

/ 3 Nov 2015

Should I Give the Truck Insurance Adjuster a Recorded Statement?

No, you should not give the truck insurance adjuster a recorded statement. But, why not?! The short answer is because it’s not in your best interest. Within days of getting into a truck accident, letters and phone calls from the “at-fault” insurance adjuster will likely…

By Randy Appleton

/ 3 Nov 2015

Railroads Regularly Retaliate Against Workers Who Report Safety Problems

“From October 2007 through June 2015, OSHA figures show, railroad workers filed more than 2,000 retaliation complaints.” That count comes from a railroad workplace safety investigation originally reported on FairWarning.org and reposted on Salon. The retaliations came in the form of firings, demotio

By Richard Shapiro

/ 26 Oct 2015

Burned Alive: Corporate Indifference and Defective Lawnmowers

Frank Wright, just days before Christmas, got on his Ryobi ride-on lawnmower to mulch and vacuum up leaves in his backyard. While mowing, a fire suddenly broke out causing his clothing to catch on fire. In the blink of an eye, Wright was engulfed in…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 20 Oct 2015

How a Virginia Beach Boat Accident Lawyer Can Help If You are Hurt on the Water

Boat accidents are common in Virginia, especially in the Tidewater region. This is largely due to the fact that the volume of boaters in and around Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton, etc. is much higher in Tidewater. The situation can be particularly dangerous due to boat…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 12 Oct 2015