Most people’s lives can get turned upside down by a personal injury that results from the negligent or intentional actions of another. When this happens, people may struggle to come to terms with their new lives, and even though they need help with the bills…
After being injured as a passenger in a Virginia car accident, you will probably need to file a claim against the insurance policy of one or more of the drivers involved in the collision. If you have medical expense benefits, you can file a claim…
If you are involved in a Virginia car accident, no matter how small it may seem, you should notify the police right away. Never let the other driver talk you out of contacting law enforcement. After calling 911, an officer should respond to the scene…
As the month of October winds down and we enter November, the inevitability of winter’s arrival looms large. Winter snow opens up a variety of fun activities, but it can also pose serious practical problems. Icy roads and blinding snow can make driving much more…
While driving can be dangerous at the best of times, sharing the road with drunk drivers makes that danger much more prevalent. In fact, according to statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost one out of every three vehicle accident deaths…
Whiplash is one of the most common bodily injuries sustained in a rear-end collision, and just hearing the word often conjures up images of an injured victim wearing a brace around his or her neck while hobbling into a courtroom. Dramatic imagery aside, whiplash is…
The number of pedestrian accidents that happen each year is staggering. Nationwide, approximately 7,000 pedestrians are killed each year – one death every 75 minutes. More than 100,000 pedestrians end up in emergency rooms for non-fatal crash-related injuries. Here in Virginia, about 130 pedestrians
Virginia Beach has some of the busiest streets in the state. According to statistics from the state of Virginia, there are approximately 5,300 traffic accidents that occur in Virginia Beach each year, resulting in 25 deaths and 2,600 people who suffer personal injuries. These high…
Add an NFL star to the tragically long list of famous and less-well-known individuals taken too soon by an “accidental” fentanyl overdose. News broke on July 1, 2022, that fentanyl use contributed to the death of 26-year-old Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jaylon Ferguson. Before turning pro,…
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 10,000 people are killed each year in car crashes caused by speeding. Statistics reveal more than 400 of those victims are killed right here in Virginia. At Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp, each…
Every motorcycle accident is different because there are unique circumstances involved. However, several types of injuries are more common than others among riders hurt in motorcycle accidents. These injuries underscore the importance of seeing a doctor and talking to a Virginia motorcycle accident
Car accidents are so common today, that the majority of them do not even make the local news anymore. But as any car accident victim can attest, the impact injuries from the crash can have on your life can be overwhelming. If you have been…
