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Dangers of Unnecessary Back Surgeries

One of the things that come with aging is the increase in the aches and pains we deal with. With all the advanced techniques and medical devices, many patients have found solutions to those aches and pains by undergoing ankle, knee, hip, shoulder, and back…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 3 Jun 2024

Can I Pursue Legal Action for Airbag Injuries?

According to a report published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, front airbags have saved roughly 30,000 lives since they began being included as standard safety features in all passenger vehicles in 1998. Airbags are designed to protect vehicle occupants during accidents but t

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 31 May 2024

Can I Pursue Legal Action for Airbag Injuries?

When Should I Settle My Personal Injury Case?

When a Virginia victim has suffered serious personal injuries in an accident caused by another party, not only do they have the medical and physical ramifications to deal with, but they are often stressed over the financial impact their injuries are causing. There are often…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 28 May 2024

When Should I Settle My Personal Injury Case?

What Steps Should I Take if I Was Burned by a Defective Product?

Consumers can sustain life-changing burn injuries through the use of certain defective products, such as defective electronic cigarettes and lithium-ion batteries. When these products explode, they can cause devastating burns and other catastrophic injuries. Burn injury victims often require painful

By Eric Washburn

/ 24 May 2024

What Steps Should I Take if I Was Burned by a Defective Product?

Negligence Per Se and Personal Injury Law

If you are injured due to another person’s negligence, a Virginia personal injury attorney can help you file a lawsuit to obtain financial compensation for the losses those injuries have caused you from the parties responsible. One of the biggest obstacles in a personal injury…

By Eric Washburn

/ 21 May 2024

Negligence Per Se and Personal Injury Law

What Rights Do Nursing Home Residents Have?

As our family members age, it is important to have a plan in place for when they are no longer able to take care of themselves. For many families, this means deciding to place an aging loved one in a nursing home. We expect these…

By Eric Washburn

/ 17 May 2024

What Rights Do Nursing Home Residents Have?

Are Smartwatches Contributing to Distracted Driving Accidents?

According to statistics by the CDC, more than 3,100 people are killed each year in distracted driving accidents, and another 424,000 are injured.

By Andrew R. Stover

/ 14 May 2024

Are Smartwatches Contributing to Distracted Driving Accidents?

Can Medical Negligence Lead to Infections in Organ Transplant Recipients?

Organ transplants and donations saved more than 22,000 lives across the United States in 2020. Regrettably, when doctors and medical facilities are less than diligent in their screening procedures, organ recipients are at an extremely elevated risk of serious or even fatal health complications. From

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 10 May 2024

Can Medical Negligence Lead to Infections in Organ Transplant Recipients?

Dealing with the Aftermath of a Concussion from a Virginia Beach Car Accident

One of the most common car accident injuries is a concussion. In fact, vehicle accidents are the third most common cause of brain injuries each year in the United States. Although a concussion is referred to as a “mild” traumatic brain injury, it can be…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 7 May 2024

Dealing with the Aftermath of a Concussion from a Virginia Beach Car Accident

Can I Sue for an Amputation Caused by a Car Accident?

Car accident victims who lose a body part after a serious car accident often struggle to cope with the emotional and physical challenges that come with a life-changing injury. The loss of a limb involves a lengthy recovery period and ongoing medical treatment and care,…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 3 May 2024

Can I Sue for an Amputation Caused by a Car Accident?

What Do Attorneys Look For When Evaluating Personal Injury Cases?

Approximately 39.5 million personal injury cases involving medical treatment are filed each year in the United States. Given the high number of potential cases, most personal injury law firms extend the courtesy of a free consultation to prospective clients. During this consultation, you have the…

By Eric Washburn

/ 26 Apr 2024

What Do Attorneys Look For When Evaluating Personal Injury Cases?

What is a Contingency Agreement and How Does It Work?

Without any warning, your life could be forever changed by a serious personal injury. You may suddenly find yourself badly hurt and accruing medical bills arising from an incident that wasn’t your fault. Oftentimes, the best way for accident victims to ensure that they have…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 19 Apr 2024

What is a Contingency Agreement and How Does It Work?